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This is where we share our thoughts in longer reads and showcase why we are at the leading edge in all that we do.

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Featured Edge articles
The future of our urban areas relies on blue-green infrastructure

A report by the Environment Agency’s concluded that the integration of urban green and blue space is key to helping address many of the challenges for our  towns and cities. In this article, Bridget Woods-Ballard explains why the integration of nature-based surface water management systems are becoming ever more important.

NFM proves its worth in the Cotswolds

In a quiet corner of the Cotswolds, the latest techniques and a truly collaborative approach have been applied to the age-old practice of Natural Flood Management (NFM) to prove the technique’s worth, as well as maximise its impact.  Take a journey to rural Oxfordshire to find out more.

EO changes the landscape of dengue fever management

Dr Gina Tsarouchi takes a look at the new technology that combines Earth Observation (EO) techniques with hydro-meteorological data to forecast outbreaks.

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Applying our water analysis knowledge to gas and district heating tools

Our tools to analyse gas and district heating and cooling networks have been proving very popular with utility providers in Italy. Alessandro Gallina, product manager and Italy Country Manager, describes their success, future development, and wider roll-out plans.

water resources on small island nations are scarce
Small island states: opportunities for building climate resilience

George Woolhouse explains our work in the Caribbean to build resilience into the system.

Constructing large physical models, a complex undertaking

How large, complex physical models are designed and built.

Why physical modelling has a bright future

In the age of the computer, physical modelling of coastal and offshore structures is still often the best solution.

Breaking with convention: do you really need a breakwater?

Breakwaters are expensive. So if we can show that there are other options, then massive cost savings can be made. 

Sophisticated simulators contribute to safe navigation

Simulators have many uses and benefits beyond the training of marine pilots and tug masters explains Mark McBride.