Scottish Water has appointed a new Scotland Hydro Nation Chair.

Andrew Tyler will lead a £3.5 million initiative to position the country as a global leader in water research.

Funded by Scottish Water, the Chair will lead the creation of collaborative partnerships across the sector, to deliver solutions for sustainable water management in Scotland – an area that Professor Tyler has been working and conducting research in for many years. Notably, Professor Tyler is currently leading the multi-million-pound Forth Environmental Resilience Array project.

George Ponton, Head of Research and Innovation at Scottish Water, said: "We are delighted that Professor Andrew Tyler has been appointed as the Scotland Hydro Nation Chair. Professor Tyler's excellent work in establishing the Forth Environmental Resilience Array demonstrates the scale and ambition that the chair position requires. We look forward to working closely with him in building the research and innovation programme to enable delivery of our strategic ambitions and to enhance the reputation and impact of Scotland’s water research capabilities."


Professor Sir Gerry McCormac, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Stirling, said: "The University is incredibly proud to be chosen as the host institution for the Scotland Hydro Nation Chair and Professor Andrew Tyler is the ideal person to take this project forward – the University congratulates him on this prestigious appointment.

"Professor Tyler has vast experience, knowledge and expertise from working and conducting research in this area – and will be pivotal in bringing together researchers, industry, regulators and citizens to promote Scotland as a global leader in water research, tackle the climate emergency, and promote a green recovery."