How might we maximise the opportunity from the scale of the AMP8 CSO programme to reduce project delivery time by 50%?
Challenge
The UK has a largely combined sewerage system, often dating back to the Victorian era. Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) are a necessary part of this network, to release wastewater away from developed areas to prevent risk to properties. In AMP8, UK water companies are committed to investing over £12 billion in improving storm overflows to reduce spills and improve quality in the receiving watercourses.
To meet this programme will require a change in delivery approach, standardising delivery processes and solutions to accelerate project execution whilst also embedding customer and carbon benefits. At this early stage in the AMP, we have the opportunity to set the blueprint for efficient and effective delivery.
What will we do?
Using a ‘Year’s Work in a Week’ approach, we will develop a standard approach within Northumbrian Water for CSO delivery, including producing standard solutions for green / blue approaches, CSO chambers, and storage solutions.
How we will do it?
We will:
- Develop a standard flow-chart for quickly identifying preferred solutions for sewer overflows
- Review green / blue options and produce guidance for where and how to apply these
- Work with the supply chain and operations teams to produce standard designs for overflows, storage and return systems
Target Outcomes
At the end of the week, the sprint will output a standard CSO
Who will benefit from this sprint?
Water companies, consultants, contractors, supply chain.
