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Defra confirms it will pursue its own water label

The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has confirmed to kbbreview that it will not be wholly adopting the existing…

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Retailers must support water saving measures, expert says

The head of the Unified Water Label Association (UWLA) has urged retailers to embrace the principles and tools of the scheme and…

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Government confirms NO product bans in plans to save water

The Government has confirmed that it will not be banning water-guzzling kitchen and bathroom products as part of its official plan to…

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OYO DUO bath tub in Bluemint steel with 70% reduced carbon output, designed by Stefan Diez for Kaldewei

Is there a business case for sustainable bathrooms?

Sustainability is a hot topic and continues to gain more significance in bathroom design. To mark Earth Day, we’re looking at some key sustainability considerations for bathroom designers and manufacturers.

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More labelling of appliances needed to cover water use, says Amdea

Possible government plans for more appliances to have water use information as standard on efficiency labels has been backed by the industry’s…

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Big brands lead the way for change with sustainability initiatives

As calls for action on climate change intensify, big brands in the KBB industry are playing their part in the fight to save the planet.

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Methven calls for urgent action to reduce water usage

Methven has joined the Water Demand Reduction Group’s urgent call to tackle possible future water supply shortages and is urging businesses to act now to reduce usage across the UK.

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Blanco tap gets Wras approval

The Envoy range of kitchen mixer taps from German sinks and taps manufacturer Blanco has gained approval by water regulations advisory scheme Wras.

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80% of Brits still wasting water, says Wras survey

Eight out of 10 Brits are still wasting precious water according to a new survey by Wras, according to a poll by the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme.

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Wras shines a light on UK ignorance over water use

One-in-four people surveyed by Wras admiited they had no idea how much water they use at home, while 6% would consult a plumber for water-saving advice.

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BMA calls for greater compliance amid push for more social housing

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) has called for greater compliance in the bathroom industry in response to the demand for more social housing.

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Grohe awards £10,000 to winner of first water research prize

A water management solution for communities in the Amazon rainforest was chosen as the first winner of a new award category at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) last month.

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Key vote brings EU water label scheme a ‘step closer’

A single labelling standard for water and energy efficiency for taps and showers across the EU is one step closer after a key industry vote to approve the scheme.

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Defra confirms it will pursue its own water label

Retailers must support water saving measures, expert says

Government confirms NO product bans in plans to save water

Is there a business case for sustainable bathrooms?

More labelling of appliances needed to cover water use, says Amdea

Big brands lead the way for change with sustainability initiatives

Methven calls for urgent action to reduce water usage

Blanco tap gets Wras approval

80% of Brits still wasting water, says Wras survey

Wras shines a light on UK ignorance over water use

BMA calls for greater compliance amid push for more social housing

Grohe awards £10,000 to winner of first water research prize

Key vote brings EU water label scheme a ‘step closer’

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