Report urges UK to tackle "virtual water" risk

James S Murray
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Engineering group warns that global supply chains need reforming to tackle growing water risks

The UK economy could be badly affected by droughts and water shortages in other parts of the world unless urgent action is taken to address the growing water risks faced by many firms' supply chains...

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