The future of UK water resources

Rachel Pether, Binnies’ Director of Water Services and Head of Strategic Resource Options, recently spoke with Copper Consultancy about the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of UK water resources.

In the interview, Rachel shares her perspective on the Strategic Resource Options (SRO) programme, the risks facing long‑term water resilience, and the importance of collaboration, planning reform and whole‑lifecycle thinking to deliver nationally significant water infrastructure.

Copper Consultancy is the strategic communications partner for developers and organisations turning their toughest infrastructure ideas into reality. They specialise in clean energy and major infrastructure projects, helping clients navigate complex challenges.

Read Rachel’s interview in full

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