Thames Tideway Tunnel reduces sewage discharge into the River Thames by 86%
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Thames Tideway Tunnel reduces sewage discharge into the River Thames by 86%

1 hour ago · Originally published 28 Oct 2026 9/10 Original headline: Super sewer is cleaning up the River Thames, report says
The newly operational Thames Tideway Tunnel has cut raw sewage overflows into the river by 86% in its first year, while also capturing 84 tonnes of litter. By significantly reducing the number of days with health risks linked to water quality, the project marks a shift in the long-term recovery of the waterway.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK Greater London
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