International provider of sustainable water and wastewater solutions, Talbot offers expertise in the provision of sustainable water and wastewater solutions across Africa. Founded as a small family run business in 1989, Talbot celebrates its thirty-fifth year in the industry this year.

Climate change, increasing demand and failing infrastructure integrity result in increasing pressure on water resources, leading to a global rise in supply risk and cost of total water management.

Talbot helps companies mitigate water risk through in-depth analysis and understanding of specific challenges, operations and objectives. By providing holistic advice and solutions, Talbot contributes to a state of water positivity which ultimately translates into clean and available water, food security, job creation and sustainable practices.

From water risk profiling to water strategy development, Talbot can translate risk to a direct financial impact. Its industrial water strategies provide the highest level of future water assurance, bringing water security while ensuring compliance on all levels. Talbot Analytics uses real data to develop robust water strategies that translate a company’s water risk profile into tangible metrics such as production loss, future cost scenarios, and savings and returns on investment, while delivering legal compliance. 

A holistic approach to total water management means that Talbot covers the full industrial water process, starting with understanding a company’s entire water use cycle, including treatment of influent, the optimisation and maintenance of the water treatment process, waste-water treatment and associated utilities, to the supply of water-related equipment, spares and consumables such as chemicals and reagents.

Talbot is committed to leading the way in providing comprehensive strategies to ensure water-related environmental, social and governance goals and net-zero aspirations for a wide range of industries. Leveraging its vast expertise and innovative solutions, Talbot develops tailored approaches that address the unique water management challenges faced by each industry. 

Talbot’s strategies consider environmentally responsible water sourcing, efficient usage practices, wastewater treatment and recycling, and active engagement with local communities to promote social inclusivity. 

Consulting on a broad range of projects, including water and wastewater treatment, water recovery, biogas and energy recovery, Talbot’s deep technical competence ensures that it delivers bespoke, integrated advice and solutions that actively support sustainable water practices.