showers are expected to account for a rise in domestic demand for water over the next 20 years. A major challenge for the industry is encouraging the use of efficient products that do not compromise user experienceWith increasing pressures on water resources across the UK, the water efficiency agenda is gathering momentum. In order to implement effective measures, you need a comprehensive understanding of water use – whether in a home, commercial or industrial environment.

WRc works with water companies, policy makers and regulators making us uniquely placed to provide:

  • independent advice on reporting and demand forecasting
  • bespoke micro-component forecasting models
  • robust evidence and justification for modelled outputs.

Our in-house team of statisticians, data analysts and technical experts has unparalleled experience in:

  • micro-component level monitoring of domestic properties, using WRc’s unique Identiflow®system
  • identification of appliances being used in homes, volumes per use, flow rates and frequency of use, hot and cold water assessment
  • separation of technological features of water use from behavioural issues.

Water use and energy use are inextricably linked, along with other studies on the impacts of climate change. We help our clients:

  • identify water using processes with considerable energy requirements and assist in finding solutions to reduce consumption
  • support whole-life impact assessments of water using products

We also offer services to support demand management policy, planning and implementation including:

  • assessment of sectoral (for instance particular industries) and regional water use
  • tariff structures and modelling
  • cost-benefit analysis of water efficiency measures and meter policies
  • regulatory impact assessments
  • quantification of customer side leakage
  • data analysis and visualisation

If you require more information on any of these topic areas, please either contact a member of our team, or follow the links below to download further information on:

  • Demand management, forecasting and scenario modelling (download flyer)
  • Water use in homes (download flyer)
  • Monitoring solutions, including WRc’s Identiflow system (download flyer)
  • Water and energy use (download flyer)