England must harvest rainfall and take action on water usage, Lords warn
Summary
A report from the UK House of Lords warns that England could face severe water shortages by 2055 due to climate change, population growth, and increased demand from industries. The report urges urgent action, including better rainwater management, using reused water at home, new building rules, restoring natural areas, and public campaigns to reduce water use.Key Facts
- England may face a daily water shortage of 5 billion litres by 2055 if no action is taken.
- Climate change is causing hotter summers and changing rainfall patterns, increasing drought risks.
- The 2025 drought showed that England’s water system needs urgent improvements.
- New building regulations are recommended to limit water use in homes to 105 litres per person daily.
- Using grey water (reused household water) and capturing rainwater are important solutions.
- Restoring ecosystems like peat bogs and flood plains can help hold and manage water naturally.
- No new reservoirs have been built in 30 years; nine are planned but will take a long time to finish.
- Water leaks from pipes cause nearly 19% of demand loss and need to be fixed urgently.
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