Putting nature first: biodiversity and net gains
20 May 2025
Sustainable Infrastructure Stage
Providing insight into the planning and projects dedicated to improving water resources and ensuring sufficient supply for both domestic use and water’s anticipated role in green energy generation. Join this session to hear how the water sector is planning to meet demand.
Chair welcome and introduction
Ruth Williams, chief correspondent - Utility Week
Understanding biodiversity metrics and the State of Nature Report
Nick White, Principal Advisor – Net Gain - Natural England
Water companies’ role in restoring and regenerating our natural environment
Dan Ross, Environmental Strategy Manager - Southern Water
Biodiversity: measuring a base line
Sophie Mortimer - Affinity Water
