When it comes to environmental sustainability, the interconnectedness between human well-being and a healthy ecosystem cannot be overstated.
For the water industry, this means recognising the moral and legal obligations to monitor and protect biological diversity. Steve Ormerod, Professor of Ecology at Cardiff University, underscores the importance of this relationship, particularly when it comes to freshwater ecosystems. He highlights how water companies, by focusing on biological indicators, can better understand and integrate environmental changes. This approach not only fulfils regulatory requirements but also ensures that water management strategies are grounded in ecological relevance, ultimately benefiting both people and the planet.
