Click on the picture above to view a video showing a day in the life of our leak detection team.

Since the mid 1990s, water companies have worked together to devise a strategy for the region. In the past this has led to the development of shared new resources, as well as being able to transfer water around the region more easily. 

To ensure there is enough water we use a “twin track” planning approach. This means not only are we developing new resources but we are also reducing demand for water by reducing leakage, metering and promoting water efficiency.

Since privatisation in 1989, Southern Water has pursued this “twin track” approach. £64 million has been invested in enhancing our water resources network and £122 million has been devoted to reducing demand through water efficiency campaigns, metering and reducing leakage.