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Future Water is proud to announce that throughout the 2025 earthworks season, no breaches of dust limits were recorded at Portsmouth Water’s Havant Thicket Reservoir project. Dust levels remained well below the recommended construction threshold of 45 µg/m³ for PM10, demonstrating our commitment to environmental excellence and community wellbeing.

Continuous Monitoring and Transparency

From March to October, our Future Water Environment Team carried out continuous 24/7 on-site dust monitoring at three agreed fixed human-receptor locations. This was complemented by daily off-site checks using Environment Agency–approved handheld equipment. Both the fixed and handheld monitors provided live data, ensuring full transparency and enabling us to share results openly with local authorities on a weekly basis.

Maintaining Standards During a Dry Summer

Despite a particularly dry summer, our team maintained exceptional standards through:

  • Daily on-site dust inspections
  • Strict site speed limits
  • Effective dust management across the site

Going beyond compliance is part of how we work. Every day, our vehicles use collected rainwater from the reservoir site to dampen haul roads and working areas — a simple, sustainable step that helps protect air quality even during the hottest, driest weather.

We also carried out targeted monitoring close to nearby properties, reassuring residents that dust is effectively managed.

A word from our Environmental Manager –

“Maintaining air quality isn’t just about meeting compliance, it’s about protecting our workforce, our neighbours, and the environment. Achieving zero dust limit breaches this season reflects the commitment of everyone on site.”

– Terry Bellingham, Future Water Environmental Manager for Havant Thicket Reservoir

Building Responsibly for the Future

This achievement is a great example of Future Focused Construction, Powered by Partnership, working together to deliver sustainable outcomes for our community and environment.

Future Water is proud of everyone for their dedication to maintaining the highest standards of environmental compliance. Together, we’re building responsibly and sustainably for the future.

Future Water was proud to attend the Earthworks 2025 Conference, hosted by the British Geotechnical Society, bringing together leading minds in geotechnical engineering, sustainable construction, and earthworks innovation.

The event kicked off with a welcome reception at the Lapworth Museum of Geology, home to over 4.6 billion years of geological history. Our team was treated to a rare behind-the-scenes tour, where they explored extraordinary specimens, including one of the most well-preserved trilobite fossils ever discovered in the UK. This immersive experience set the tone for a conference focused on the intersection of science, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

The two-day conference featured a series of thought-provoking keynote presentations and technical talks:

  • Day One Highlights:
    • A keynote by Dr. John Perry, Independent Consulting Engineer, explored the evolution of earthworks design and construction.
    • Sessions covered topics such as resilient and sustainable earthworks, modern design practices, and risk management through monitoring.
  • Day Two Highlights:
    • A keynote on Earth Dam Engineering: Past, Present, and Future.
    • Talks focused on case histories, earthworks trials, specification and treatment techniques, and advances in plant and construction technologies.

Between sessions, Future Water had the opportunity to exhibit our latest work, showcasing how we’re pushing boundaries in sustainable infrastructure and water management. Our stand attracted interest from a wide range of industry professionals, allowing us to connect with like-minded organisations, share project stories, and explore potential collaborations.

This event was not only a chance to learn and reflect—it was a valuable platform for networking and knowledge exchange, reinforcing Future Water’s commitment to innovation and partnership in the geotechnical space.