Phosphate-Free Corrosion Inhibitor Protects Hydrotested Drinking Water Systems

How often do you think about drinking water storage tanks and the plumbing behind your walls? Unless you’re a plumber or building contractor, these components probably don’t come to mind often. But out of sight does not mean out of mind for corrosion, which can compromise drinking water pipes and tanks before they are ever put into service. As a result, Cortec® is encouraging contractors and plumbers to spread the word about VpCI®-649 HP, a phosphate-free corrosion inhibitor for protection during and after hydrotesting. Hydrotesting of drinking water piping, fittings,…

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Uk Government Unveils Revamped Environment Plan Backed by Major Funding for Nature Recovery

The UK government has announced a strengthened Environmental Improvement Plan aimed at restoring England’s natural environment, cutting pollution and supporting sustainable economic growth.  The revised strategy, published on Monday 1 December 2025, outlines a five-year roadmap backed by hundreds of millions of pounds to revitalise landscapes, improve air and water quality, and protect wildlife Under new measures, population exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) — a pollutant linked to asthma, lung disease and heart conditions — will be reduced by 30% by 2030 compared with 2018 levels. The target is…

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