New findings reveal the role the manufacturing industry may be playing in the country’s clean water challenges

Posted on 20 Oct 2022 by The Manufacturer

New research reveals that manufacturing businesses might be playing a significant role in the contamination of water, contributing to England having one of the worst rates in Europe when it comes to water quality.

Although 90% of respondents to the research said pollution prevention is important to their business, many are unaware of the specific activities relating to manufacturing that can contaminate water including vehicle washing (45%), water cooling (54%), equipment cleaning (42%) and food production (54%). Exploring the specific responsibilities manufacturing businesses must comply with as part of…

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