New report links ecology and phosphorus in English rivers

The Environment Agency and the University of Stirling have published a new report on the links between phosphorus concentrations and ecology in English rivers. Phosphorus remains one of the most significant pollutants in England's rivers. In recent decades, the overall concentration of phosphorus in English rivers has declined, most likely due to the introduction of phosphorus removal technologies at sewage treatment works (STWs), changes to fertilizer use and adoption of best management practices in agriculture.