Campaigners say Severn Trent's plans to increase capacity could damage the environment
By George TorrSevern Trent Water is considering building a new reservoir or expanding three existing ones in Derbyshire.The water company said the move would help guard against dry summers and a growing population by doubling water capacity.detailed three options under consideration.The other two options are raising reservoir walls of up to 20 metres at one or all three sites.
However, the company said increased water capacity would boost reliability and ensure "a resilient supply for customers"A Lancaster bomber flies over a full Ladybower Reservoir to mark the 75th anniversary of the Dambusters raid "We're concerned on two fronts. One is the environmental damage to the Upper Derwent Valley - it's an area of great environmental wealth," he said.
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