Our rivers and freshwater ecosystems are in a dire state. Recent data published by the Environment Agency stated that 3.6 million hours of sewage spills…
The importance of citizen science for river conservation
Water quality in the UK remained high on the news agenda over the Easter break. We stressed during this period that water companies must urgently…
The importance of removing obsolete barriers from our rivers
Rivers around the world have been heavily modified for many years now, for a variety of reasons and purposes. There are over 1 million barriers…
Thames21’s ‘Rewilding the Rom’ project shortlisted for ‘UK River Prize’
Environmental charity Thames21 has been shortlisted as a finalist for a prestigious river award for its innovative ‘Rewilding the Rom’ project – a project which…
How open data can rescue rivers
You do not have to look far in the media to know that our rivers are in crisis: at the last assessment, only 15% of…
Taking action to protect rivers
14th of March is celebrated as the International Day of Action for Rivers. It started in 1997 in Brazil during the first International Meeting of…
The importance of riverflies for freshwater ecosystems
Despite covering less than 1% of Earth’s surface, freshwater ecosystems are home to at least 10% of the species on the planet. Rivers, streams and…
Revitalising Gallions Lake: A collaborative effort for a sustainable future
Thames21, in partnership with the local community, housing association Peabody, wetland designers Aquamaintain, and Biomatrix, has announced the successful completion of river improvement works at…
The importance of wiggles in a river system
Rivers should be biodiversity and wildlife havens, teeming with curves and meanders that provide a variety of habitats for their residents. However, sadly, the most…
Defra rejects Henley-on-Thames’ Mill Meadows application for bathing water status
Environmental charity Thames21 has expressed disappointment about Defra’s decision not to award Mill Meadows in Henley-on-Thames bathing water status [1] for 2024. An application was…