Plantwork Systems Offers Nutrient Neutrality Solutions to Developers
Robert White
Plantwork Systems is in a unique position to help developers unlock land for development in areas affected by nutrient neutrality rules.
Nutrient pollution is a serious and recurring problem in UK waterways. Recent press reports have warned that our rivers are no longer safe places to swim, with only 14% of UK waterbodies being recognised as of good ecological status. Increased levels of nitrogen and phosphorus cause excess growth of plant life and algae, having a knock-on effect on natural processes and precious wildlife. Eventually the waterbody is stripped of oxygen and unable to support life.
The Government’s recently published plan to reduce water pollution and secure ‘Nutrient Neutrality’ in the most vulnerable areas has added additional pressure on water companies and developers alike. Developers are no longer able to gain planning in specific protected areas unless they can demonstrate nutrient neutrality.
What does this mean for developers? How can they overcome this new obstacle and achieve these standards in practice?
Unique, sustainable, industry-leading nutrient removal solutions, unrivalled expertise and valuable project management to obtain the relevant permissions and permits required.
Plantwork Systems can help…
Not only can we provide unique, sustainable, industry-leading nutrient removal solutions, but we also offer developers and their partners unrivalled expertise and valuable project management to obtain the relevant permissions and permits required.
We have been working on providing Nutrient Neutrality for many years and that puts us one step ahead of our competitors. Our passion is to build sustainable wastewater solutions which use natural, eco-friendly sources. We utilise intelligent design and biological processes, reducing environmental impacts and eliminating chemicals. Our solutions are chemical free.
Natural England and the Environment Agency already know and understand our expertise and solution capabilities. We can work with them to grant developers access to land which is currently locked due to nutrient neutrality targets.
Higher Water Quality at Lower Cost
Plantwork Systems offers developers synergistic solutions – multi-disciplinary consultancy to meet the needs of individual developments most appropriately and industry-leading technology for nutrient removal. Our solutions are bespoke and modular, offering a reduced footprint, phasing of costs, and allowing sympathetic integration into existing development plans.
Let us help you…
In summary, Plantwork Systems offers unique, bespoke, eco-friendly engineering and consultancy expertise which enables developers to meet their housing targets.
Our engagement is recommended at an early stage to keep costs and delays to a minimum.
So get in touch today!
Article by Robert White, Plantwork Systems Managing Director