strategic water storage
Enfield Council is currently discussing how to ensure water sustainability for London and the South East by supporting new reservoir proposals.
Enfield Council backed a motion in September 2026 calling for greater water sustainability, urging engagement with water companies to support proposals for new reservoirs. This is to meet growing demands in London and the South East, as the borough is in a water-stressed area.
A report to the council noted that an additional 1 billion litres of water per day will be needed by 2050, with London's population projected to approach 10 million. Councillor Doug Taylor proposed the motion, which was agreed by the council.
Key facts
- Enfield Council backed a motion calling for greater water sustainability in September 2026. Source
- The motion urged engagement with water companies to support new reservoir proposals. Source
- An additional 1 billion litres of water per day will be needed by 2050 in London. Source
- London's population is projected to approach 10 million. Source
- Enfield is in a water-stressed area. Source
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