News & Views

BLOG. Scotland’s Water in 2026: A Year That Demands Our Attention - Deirdre Michie, Scottish Water Chair

Scottish Water Chair Deirdre Michie reflects on the challenges and opportunities shaping Scotland’s water sector in 2026, from climate pressures to technological innovation

• Business
• Climate
• Innovation
• People

Freeze Alert: Protect Your Pipes this Winter

• Winter
• Climate
• Communities

Scotland’s Year in Water Numbers: Challenges Faced and Big Wins

2025 was a year of massive climate change challenges and huge infrastructure and service investments to benefit our customers

• Climate
• Water Efficiency
• Investment
• Communities
• Customer Service

Major Peatland Project Delivered at Backwater Reservoir

Over 300 hectares of peatland has been restored on the hills surrounding a key Scottish Water reservoir in Angus

• Environment
• Partnerships
• Climate

Corstorphine Road To Reopen Before Christmas

Scottish Water has completed its £3million Improving Urban Waters project to help prevent sewer related debris from entering the Water of Leith

• Climate
• Communities
• Environment
• Innovation
• Investment

Bute Solar Schemes Powering Scottish Water Sites 

Two new solar schemes are now helping to power essential water and waste water services on the Isle of Bute, cutting operational costs and saving carbon

• Climate
• Environment
• Renewables
• Sustainability