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Water Crisis Threatens UK’s Net-Zero Goals by 2050

12/1/2025

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The Environment Agency warns droughts threaten England's water security.
A study finds water scarcity could hinder the UK's net-zero targets.
The study projects decarbonisation could raise water demand by 860 million liters by 2050, creating deficits by 2030.
Anglian Water and Water UK criticize the Environment Agency for planning without considering business needs.
Experts call for better data management and a new regulator as deficits loom by 2055.

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Story summary

The Environment Agency warns droughts threaten England's water security.
A study finds water scarcity could hinder the UK's net-zero targets.
The study projects decarbonisation could raise water demand by 860 million liters by 2050, creating deficits by 2030.
Anglian Water and Water UK criticize the Environment Agency for planning without considering business needs.
Experts call for better data management and a new regulator as deficits loom by 2055.