Jersey Water has informed the BBC that it is exploring innovative methods to reduce PFAS contamination, with results expected to be released next year.
Helia Smith, the CEO of the power company, indicated that the implementation of new treatment facilities could incur costs of up to £210 million.
Smith stated: “This could lead to a bill increase of between 70% and 110%, potentially positioning Jersey Water as one of the most expensive water services globally.”
“This situation is undesirable for everyone, especially for Jersey Water.”
“Our aim is to identify cost-effective solutions that minimize the impact on customer bills.”
Ian Cousins, an environmental expert from the commission, noted that PFAS mitigation measures have been generally applied within a three to five-year timeframe in other areas.
Cousins expressed skepticism towards Jersey Water’s projected costs, labeling them as an “exaggeration,” and suggested that the commission’s lower estimates stemmed from refurbishing existing water treatment plants rather than constructing new ones.
The government is expected to provide a comprehensive response to the report later this year.
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Source: www.bbc.co.uk