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Sewage Hits The Fan, Again!
Mar 27, 2024
BBC reporters Esme Stallard, Joe Crowley, and Pria Rai discuss the increase in sewage spills in England's waterways and the Competition and Markets Authority's efforts to combat 'greenwashing' by fashion companies. Topics include sewage overflow statistics, environmental impacts, challenges in sewage monitoring, and the scrutiny of sustainability claims in the fashion industry.
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- Increase in sewage spills in England due to wet weather causing pollution incidents
- Competition and Markets Authority targeting fashion companies for greenwashing practices to promote product sustainability
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Increased Sewage Overflow Data in 2023
In 2023, data from the BBC News website revealed a significant increase in sewage overflow in England compared to the previous year. The total number of hours of sewage spilling doubled, setting new records due to wet weather conditions. The data highlighted the impact of rainfall on sewage systems, leading to more spills during wet periods.
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