Wetter winters and hotter summers might be the typical impact of climate change, but at the extremes of our hydrological cycle, rising temperatures could result in more heat waves in the summer months and droughts over the years, all of which would put more pressure on water resources.

By 2080, the annual rainfall in the South East of England could drop by half, meaning there would be less fresh water to go around in what is already an area of water stress.

To adapt to the changes in the climate, we need to make better use of existing resources and develop new ways of supplying extra water, with minimal impact on the environment.

We are closely monitoring weather patterns and water use to ensure the company has sufficient resources to meet the demand for water in the South East.