Reducing greenhouse emissions – the decarbonisation journey

Where's your water coming from?

The government has set ambitious targets for UK businesses and achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, and as industry accounts for one sixth of all UK emissions, this can only happen if we all play our part. Carbon Capture, Usage & Storage (CCUS) and the development of low Carbon Hydrogen networks are expected to be a necessity in achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The technologies needed to produce hydrogen will require large quantities of water, a resource which is becoming increasingly scarce.

As a national water retailer focussed on sustainability, we’re already supporting businesses with their transition to a greener future, and we want to work with you too.

Why water's important

It’s estimated that if we keep using water the way we do today, by 2050 there won’t be enough in the UK to go around. But in order to meet our statutory Net Zero commitments, many businesses will actually need to use more water to achieve their goals.

With growing population and the impacts of climate change, wholesalers need to understand additional water demands and any changes to distribution that may be needed so they can plan resources affectively. Now’s the time to think about how, and where, this water will come from and what steps you can take to help secure it.

 

2030

5GW of low carbon hydrogen production capacity

Establish a low-carbon Industrial Cluster

 

2035

100% clean energy

Reduction of emissions by two-thirds (2018 baseline)

 

2040

Establish a Net Zero Industrial Cluster

 

2050

UK to reach Net Zero emissions

Choose Wave to support your decarbonisation goals

We help businesses reduce greenhouse gas emissions by looking at the water they’re using, understanding whether there is any wastage and securing resources for the future. If your business needs more water as part of decarbonisation projects, we can help you understand water availability. By working together strategically, we can look at how you can become more water efficient now to help make water available in the future.

Our approach to preserving water has been shared with business as well as local and national government. That’s why we want to work with public and private sectors to share our expertise, which includes:

  • Using strong nationwide relationships with all UK Wholesalers
  • Engaging with government and strategic partners, including DEFRA, DESNZ, Ofwat and the Environment Agency
  • Developing our own range of water experts who can help your business, wherever it's located
  • Learning and sharing expertise. We're members of influential non-government organisations - NEPIC and CATCH, covering Teesside and Humber Clusters

Speak to us

Fill in our form and a member of our team will get in touch to understand more about your goals and discuss the ways Wave may be able to support you.