How is AMP8

The UK water sector is setting out on an ambitious journey towards sustainability with AMP8, a £104 billion investment cycle running from 2025 to 2030. As the water industry industry faces growing environmental challenges, AMP8 sets the stage for a transformative push toward net-zero emissions, resource efficiency, and climate resilience.

Net-Zero Emissions by 2030

For years, the water industry has faced high carbon emissions from energy-intensive processes like water treatment and distribution. AMP8 marks a turning point, with companies committing to net-zero operational emissions by 2030.

  • Investment in renewable energy.
  • Expansion of solar, wind, and bioenergy projects.
  • Carbon-neutral wastewater treatment.
  • Severn Trent leads the way with the world’s first carbon-neutral treatment plant.
  • Green fleet adoption- a transition to electric and hydrogen-powered operational vehicles

This period is critical, as it’s the last regulatory cycle before the 2030 deadline. AMP8 serves as an accelerator for meaningful climate action.

Sewage Treatment Plan that will be replicated as part of AMP8

Improvement in efficiency & Resource Management

Water scarcity is an increasing concern, with England projected to face a 3.4 billion litres per day shortfall by 2050. AMP8 prioritises efficient water use through cutting-edge solutions. Tactics like smart metering and leak detection, as well as minimising how reliant the sector is on freshwater extraction. These efforts will preserve water resources and mitigate climate risks.

Climate Resilience: Preparing for Extreme Weather

The UK is experiencing more frequent droughts, floods, and extreme storms due to climate change. AMP8 focuses on climate adaptation through:

  • Resilient water storage and distribution systems
  • Ensuring uninterrupted access during extreme events.
  • Strengthening logistics to withstand climate disruptions
  • Future-proofing infrastructure
  • Upgrading assets to handle temperature and weather extremes.

These advancements ensure that water services remain reliable and efficient, no matter what climate challenges arise

So how is this a turning point for Sustainability?

AMP8 isn’t just another regulatory cycle, it’s an opportunity to modernise the industry, protect the environment, and build a climate-resilient future. With bold commitments toward net-zero emissions, water security, and green infrastructure, AMP8 is setting the standard for sustainability in utilities worldwide.