The pollution load of combined sewer overflows and risks to England’s waterbodies: Relating event duration monitoring data to discharge consents from wastewater treatment works

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the pollution load from combined sewer overflows and its impact on water quality in England’s waterbodies.
• Analyzed event duration monitoring data
• Assessed discharge consents from wastewater treatment works
• Evaluated the frequency of combined sewer overflow events
• Examined government actions and infrastructure updates
• Increased frequency of combined sewer overflow events correlates with higher pollution loads
• Analysis indicates potential risks to water quality in surrounding waterbodies
• Findings highlight the urgent need for infrastructure upgrades to mitigate pollution risks