Colorado River crisis holds lessons for London’s water security planning
As Lake Mead and Lake Powell hit record lows, the struggle to agree water cuts across seven US states highlights governance challenges…
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Water cyber-security: why London should read the US warning as its own
A Smart Cities Dive warning on water cyberattacks, published in August 2026, is aimed at US city officials. It still raises pointed…
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Editorial note – US clean-water funding bill not within London beat
A proposed Senate overhaul of the Clean Water State Revolving Fund concerns only US states. The London Urbanism Desk does not cover…
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Data centre growth puts energy and water tests on city planning agendas
A US report covered by Smart Cities Dive underlines why planners need clearer tests for electricity, water and resilience impacts as data…
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Water Infrastructure Bill Could Channel Billions to Local Projects
A bipartisan bill progressing through the US House of Representatives proposes significant funding for state revolving funds, potentially benefiting local water system…
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Chicago’s Lead Pipe Replacement Costs Soar, Raising Questions for London
An investigation into Chicago's lead water pipe replacement program reveals costs more than six times the national average, prompting scrutiny and potential…
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