Water risk, resilience, and investment opportunities

Water-related disruption has affected areas of the UK for many years. Supply outages have impacted businesses, while broader sewage overflows and infrastructure issues have highlighted the fragility of water systems, even in developed markets. Water challenges are no longer viewed solely as environmental issues, but also as economic risks. Growing demand from agriculture, households, and the rise of artificial intelligence has placed a greater emphasis on water infrastructure, much of which is under strain following underinvestment. Water disruption can harm companies operationally and reputationally,...