Projects

Micro-particulates in the Upper Itchen

In August 2024, we identified micro-particulates, including synthetic fibres and tyre wear particles, in the Alre and Candover.

We have now launched a project, working with Brighton University, to investigate this, with the aim of understanding the sources and pathways of this pollution.

We are grateful to Southern Water and the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust for their funding which has made this work possible.