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This month:
1. RSPB/CIWEM Living Wetlands Award Closing Soon!
The RSPB/CIWEM Living Wetlands Award was established in 2003 by the two organisations to reward projects which demonstrate the multiple functions and sustainableuse of wetland habitats. The 2007 Award is closing on the 24th November 2006.
The RSPB/CIWEM Living Wetlands Award has been given RSA accreditation after rigorous examination by the RSA - the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce. The RSA, in conjunction with DEFRA, administer the UK’s entries to the European Business Awards for the Environment (EBAE), making the Award one of only seven feeder schemes in the UK to the prestigious European Business Awards for the Environment. Further details on the European Business Awards can be found at: http://europa.eu.int/comm/environment/awards/index_en.htm
To be eligible for the Award, projects must:
- contribute to the delivery of priority UK Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) species and habitat targets for wetlands
- demonstrate sustainability and delivery of multiple benefits e.g. flood alleviation, wastewater treatment, recreation, eco-tourism, water resource security
- ensure no priority BAP species or habitats are harmed by the project
The prize consists of the Mance Memorial Trophy, publicity, a framed certificate and a cheque for £1,500, to be used to fund the delivery of further UK Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) targets, publicity of the project and/or related education.
Please see http://www.ciwem.org/awards/living_wetlands/index.asp for further details or email Jo Cooper at jcooper@ciwem.org
2. CIWEM Consults Members on Proposals for Change
CIWEM is committed to continuous improvement to become a more inclusive, transparent and representative organisation, better placed to meet best practice requirements of the Charity Commission and become more flexible in meeting members' needs. This means proposals on a new approach to the way CIWEM governs itself and empowers members.
So, Council, the governing body of CIWEM, is consulting members, and other stakeholders, on proposed changes in Institution governance, and it wants members' views. The proposals follow a recent review of present governance and practices undertaken by a Governance Task Group, comprising senior Council Trustees and executive staff, and carried out with the advice of the Institution's legal advisers. The consultation pack, 'Making Change, Being Fitter For Purpose', includes documents which set out the principles for change, a draft revision of the Institution's Royal Charter and Bye-laws and other supporting information. All members, Branches, Groups and other stakeholders are being urged to comment by the closing date of noon on 31st January 2007. The consultation documents can be accessed and downloaded from the Institution's website, www.ciwem.org . Alternatively, a hard copy can be sent on request by contacting Lorraine Poole at CIWEM on tel: 0207 831 3110.
Commenting on the consultation, Governace Task Group Chair and Past President, Jim Oatridge OBE, said, "The consultation excercise will not override the constitutional right of those members qualified to vote at an AGM or EGM to decide the future governance arrangements for CIWEM. There will be a formal Ballot of members on change proposals in due course. However, the views of those who do respond to the consultation will be a vital part of informing Council's thinking on the proposals as we seek to become an organisation fitterfor purpose, better placed to meet future challenges".
3. World Wetlands Day Conference 2007
31st January and 1st February 2007, London
Each year, CIWEM organises a conference with key wetlands organisations to mark World Wetlands Day. The World Wetlands Day Conference 2007 will be held in London on 31st January and 1st February. There will be a change in format for this year's conference. In view of the multiple benefits from wetland creation and management and the large number of partners in the conference, we are organising a full two-day conference where we invite speakers on themes which are likely to include Groundwater, Biodiversity, Good Practice Case Studies, Water Quality and Flood Management.
The draft programme is now available at: http://www.ciwem.org/events/WWD_PROGRAMME_021106.doc
For further information, please contact Justin Taberham, Director of Policy, Email: justin@ciwem.org or see our website events information at www.ciwem.org/events
4. New MBT Policy Statement Published
CIWEM has recently published a Policy Position Statement (PPS) on Mechanical Biological Treatment of Waste (MBT). CIWEM considers that there are a number of potential benefits for waste management which may be offered by MBT. Forexample:
- MBT can assist in meeting targets for reduction of biodegradable municipal waste (BMW) sent to landfill, e.g. under the Landfill Allowance Trading Scheme (LATS), and as such is welcomed in principle.
- MBT can also enhance recycling performance, even where kerbside recycling is already employed, by removing a further fraction of residual recyclable material.
Consequently, CIWEM welcomes the ongoing development and improvement of such systems and considers that they can have a role to play in diverting waste from landfill to more sustainable functions. However, CIWEM considers that there remain a number of obstacles and uncertainties which are currently restricting the use of MBT, and mean that it is far from an ideal solution at present. These include uncertainty regarding the strength of markets for MBT end-products such as refuse derived fuel (RDF) and biologically stabilised products for application to land.
CIWEM also considers that there may not be any real environmental benefit in adding further energy consuming processes to a recovery/disposal route. Furthermore, there is some doubt about the suitability of some of the unusable residues for landfilling and hence whether MBT does in fact contribute to sustainable development. There is not necessarily a connection between sustainable development and meeting Landfill Directive diversion targets and government recycling targets, and CIWEM maintains it is important to consider the whole lifecycle of the waste.
CIWEM believes that the Government must address the issue of markets for refuse derived fuel (RDF) and minimise the existence of obstacles to such markets if it wishes such technologies to develop sufficiently quickly to make a real contribution towards meeting Landfill Directive targets. Making RDFs eligible for renewable obligation certificates would act as a possible spur to this market.
CIWEM would support the development of quality standards for low-grade land applications for all compost-like outputs, including those from MBT of municipal solid waste.
To read the PPS in full, please visit:
http://www.ciwem.org/policy/policies/
mechanical_biological_treatment_of_waste.asp
5. CIWEM Air Panel Seeks New Members
The CIWEM Air Panel has been in existence for around five years, during which time it has successfully guided CIWEM’s policy relating to air quality, climate and energy issues. The Panel, which has a diverse membership, is keen to recruit new volunteers to assist with its work. If you have a good level of expertise in air related issues and would be interested in becoming involved with the Panel, please contact Alastair Chisholm ( alastair@ciwem.org ) for furtherinformation. More information on the Panel may be found at: http://www.ciwem.org/policy/panels/air.asp
6. All 2007 CIWEM Awards Open for Entry
CIWEM holds an established and successful portfolio of Environmental Awards to celebrate the outstanding achievements of environmental professionals and raising awareness of the excellent work environmentalists undertake. 2006 was a very successful year and we received a broad range of high quality entries. We would like to emphasise that all our awards for 2007 are now open for entry.Further details can be found at www.ciwem.org/awards/
The saltmarsh creation handbook: a project manager's guide to the creation of saltmarsh and intertidal mudflat distils the best available knowledge on creating saltmarsh: a habitat that effectively combines nature conservation and flood defence. The book is a practical guide from RSPB and CIWEM that setsout clearly how to restore and extend this vital part of our coastal landscape.
The book is available from CIWEM ( books@leadmedia.co.uk ; www.ciwem.org/publications or
tel 0870 3000690) at £29.99 + £4.95 p&p.
China - Hong Kong WEM special
CIWEM is developing a series of country specific editions of WEM (CIWEM’s magazine), the first one to be produced in February 2007, which will focus on China and Hong Kong. The articles will cover a wide range of topics, including an overview of the water sector in China; a review of the impact of south-north water diversion project on the Han River; the role of farmer water user associations on water management in China; a review of the current and future solid waste plans for Shanghai; and the issues related to rural water supply and sanitation. For Hong Kong the features will look at The Hong Kong SAR Government's New Initiative on the Management of Municipal Solid Waste; Land Contamination Issues in Hong Kong; and Ecologically Sustainable Building Design.
The country specials are an exciting new initiative that we hope all our memberswill enjoy and support.
European Professionals can Register their Expertise
CIWEM has recently joined the European Federation of Associations of Environmental Professionals (Efaep - www.efaep.org ). At the recent meeting of the secretariats, discussion centered on the development of the Database of Environmental Professionals (DBEP). The aim of DBEP is to establish a common platform for environmental professionals that will allow individuals to put details of themselves and their experience onto the database. Individual member associations also put their information into the database. Only members of Efaep institutions can register on the database, which will ensure the quality of the people on the system.
The database will be fully searchable and professionals who register will be able to include their CV, project experience and information on papers they have published. The system will be marketed to EU, EEA, other European bodies, as well as to companies and organisations in each EU member country, so it will be a very valuable tool. For further information please contact Paul Horton at paul@ciwem.org
Water and Environmental Exchange 2007
CIWEM is a partner of the ‘Water and Environmental Exchange’ (WEX). This event, set up to promote the exchange of information and expertise in the world of water, will be held for the first time from 7-9 March 2007 inSeville, Spain.
The major theme of WEX 2007 is “Building Stakeholder Collaboration”. The event will therefore bring together senior executives who collectively comprise the entire spectrum of stakeholders in the global water sector. To help build collaboration between the stakeholders, WEX 2007 will provide opportunities for one-on-one meetings between the delegates attending the conference during the main programme. Besides ‘collaboration’, the main programme will cover topics as ‘innovation’ and ‘new concepts for the global water sector’. CIWEM is working with the organisers to help develop the programme further. For more information about WEX 2007 please visit their website www.w-e-x.com
9. Journal Changes – Seeking OverseasReviewers
From January 2006 CIWEM’s Journal – Water and Environment Journal has been published on behalf of CIWEM by Blackwell Publishing; in line with these changes we are increasing our reviewer database. Reviewers peer-review technical papers to determine their suitability for publication and advise on any amendments or revisions necessary such that papers are credible and accurate; enhance knowledge and understanding of water and environmental issues; promote sustainable development and are a credit to the standing and reputationof CIWEM and the profession.
This is a great opportunity to be involved in the work of the Institution and be the first to read exciting new research. We welcome applications from anyone with suitable expertise in a subject within the scope of water and environmental management, especially from those overseas. For more information or to submit your CV please contact Joanna Cooper ( jcooper@ciwem.org ).
CIWEM Conferences are continuing to be well attended and regarded. Outputsfrom recent conferences may now be found on the CIWEM website at: http://www.ciwem.org.uk/events/outputs.asp
We have a good number of sponsors and supporters for events in 2006 and 2007, and bookings are going well. If you are interested in sponsoring any of the conferences noted below, please contact Justin Taberham, email Justin@ciwem.org . For the latest conference information in full, please visit http://www.ciwem.org/events
11th European Biosolids & Biowastes Conference
13th-15th November, 2006
Sponsors to date: Yara, Strathkelvin Instruments, Ener Tech, EcoSolids International
Contact Frances Eldon, Aqua Enviro
Email: franceseldon@aquaenviro.co.uk Tel: 01924 257891
Periodic Review
16th November 2006, London
Sponsors to date : Atkins, MWH, Mott MacDonald, Ewan Group, Scott Wilson
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415
The Land-use and Water Series
Farming and Water
22nd November 2006, London
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415
CIWEM Rivers and Coastal Group Winter Meeting:
From Directive to Detail: A Joined-Up Response to Flooding?
26th January 2007, London
Contact Paul Webster
Email: pwebster@hydro-logic.co.uk
World Wetlands Day Conference 2007
31st January and 1st February 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Atkins, Mott MacDonald
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415
Drought
27th Feb 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Atkins, MWH
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415
A Joint CIWEM/DCLG Conference
PPS25 Practice Guide Launch
8th March 2007, London
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415
Flooding Directive
28th March 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Atkins, Royal Haskoning, MWH
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415
Health Impact Assessment
26th April 2007, Birmingham
Contact Sarah Hickinson, Aqua Enviro
Email: sarahhickinson@aquaenviro.co.uk Tel: 01924 257891
Don’t forget to visit the CIWEM Supported Events page http://www.ciwem.org/events/supported_events/ where you will find information on all forthcoming events that CIWEM is supporting.
CIWEM responds to a wide range of consultation documents as part of its technical and policy output. If you are a CIWEM member and have views on any current public consultations, please feel free to share them with us. A list of the consultations that are currently being considered, together with an internet address for the papers themselves, features in every edition of E-News. A deadline for when we need to receive your comments is always listed. If you would like to view recent consultation responses made by the Institution you can do soon the Institution’s website at www.ciwem.com/policy/consultation
Current consultations:
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on statutory guidance for Natural England on regional planning and associated matters
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/ne-guidance/index.htm
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 24/11/06
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Second consultation on proposals for creating a streamlined environmental permitting and compliance system
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/envpermitprog2/index.htm
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 24/11/06
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on proposals for regulations to amend the Waste Management Licensing Regulations 1994 (as amended), to include further licensing exemptions for agricultural waste
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/wasteman-agri/index.htm
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 01/12/06
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on a proposal for a Directive of the European Parliament and the Council on waste
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/waste-directive/
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 01/12/06
Department for Transport
Emissions standards for cars and light goods vehicles ('Euro 5')
http://www.dft.gov.uk/stellent/groups/dft_roads/
documents/divisionhomepage/612515.hcsp
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 24/11/06
Scottish Executive
Renewables Obligation (Scotland) – Statutory Consultation
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/Doc/1086/0039679.pdf
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 01/12/06
Scottish Executive
Implementing the Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003: Consultation on proposals for environmental standards and conditions – phase 1
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2006/10/17154259/23
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 01/12/06
Scottish Executive
Implementing the Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003: Diffuse Water Pollution from Rural Land Use - Consultation on proposed Regulations relating to General Binding Rules http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2006/10/24155114/0
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 05/01/06
12. Over 100 Registered Specialists in LandCondition
The Specialists in Land Condition (SiLC) scheme goes from strength to strength and there are now more than 100 registered SiLCs, of whom 27 are members ofCIWEM.
A SiLC is a senior individual who has been working in land condition for a minimum of eight years. A SiLC is a multi-disciplined person with an awareness of the roles of individuals across the range of suitable professional bodies that make up the SiLC Professional and Technical Panel (PTP) along with an awareness of other related professions e.g. legal professions. The professional bodies that make up the PTP are:
- Association of Geotechnical Specialists
- Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management
- Institution of Civil Engineers
- Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- Royal Society of Chemistry
- Chartered Institution of Environmental Health
- Geological Society
SiLC assessments take place in February and August each year. There are training days (preceding each assessment by about two months) for those who would like to learn more about the process of assessment and completion of the Land Condition Record (LCR). The SiLC Annual Forum, for registrants and other interested parties, occurs once a year, usually in the first quarter. For further details on SiLC assessments, training days and the SiLC Annual Forum please visit www.silc.org.uk .
CIWEM Membership Survey 2006
The 2006 Members Survey will be run in the Members Area of the CIWEM website ( www.ciwem.org/members ) until 30th November. This year there will be a prize on offer for completing it so please take the time to leave your feedback – we really appreciate your comments and use them to help improve our serviceto members.
Call for Success Stories!
We would like to hear from members who gained their job after seeing their employer’s advert in WEM or on CIWEM’s website. Please contact emily@ciwem.org to discuss featuring in WEM or being profiled on the website.
Publications Sale
A variety of CIWEM publications from over the years will be available at discount rates of at least half price over the coming months this includes 'Risk Assessment for Environmental Professionals' at only £5! For updates please see the ‘News’ section of the CIWEM website ( www.ciwem.org ) or contactJoanna Cooper jcooper@ciwem.org for further details.
The Institution is also selling a selection of its non-CIWEM books, journals, conference proceedings and other miscellaneous publications which are no longer required. Topics covered include civil engineering, hydrology, the water environment, drinking water and effluent treatment, sewerage and drainage, global processes, pollution, chemicals, ecology, biology, toxicology, overseas development, mathematical modelling, policy and legislation, history and a selection of antiquarian books. The sale of these is being handled by Dr David Gasking, a long-standing member of CIWEM. For more information please visit: http://www.ciwem.org/publications/book_sale.asp .
Renewables and the Nuclear Debate: Third Annual Wales / Cymru Renewable Energy Conference
The Third Annual Renewables and Nuclear Debate will be held at the County Hall, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff on 20th November 2006. Presentations will cover theEnergy Review and the nuclear option.
For further information please contact Elizabeth Madge at Symmons Madge Associates
Tel: 01446 775959 or via email: elizabeth.madge@symmonsmadge.co.uk
Delivering Energy Savings Through Variable Speed Pumps
21st November 2006, CIBSE, 222 Balham High Road, London, SW12 9BS
This event will examine the benefits of using variable speed pumps and will show you how these systems have the potential to deliver worthwhile energy savings. This event will be of interest to all involved in design, installationand commissioning of re-circulating heating or cooling water systems.
For more information, go to www.cibse.org/events
CIWEM East Midlands Branch Waterside Regeneration Conference
22nd November 2006
Sustainable and successful waterway restoration is increasingly dependent on the anticipated regeneration and environmental benefits, so it is timely that an opportunity is taken to present this Waterside Regeneration seminar to bringthe subject up to date.
The seminar will benefit Local Authority officers, senior members of active restoration societies, representatives of the major navigation authorities, waterway and regeneration professionals and riparian property developers. The venue is Conkers Waterside at the terminus of the newly restored Ashby Canal. Both sites are examples of successful regeneration projects, in an area blighted by the mining industry.
For a brochure and booking form, please visit http://www.ciwem.org/branches/east_midlands/CIWEMprog22.11.06.pdf
Or email Geoffrey Pursglove ( geoff@ambion.demon.co.uk ).
Mersey Basin Campaign Conference
Water in the Northwest: Vision and delivery
Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
12 December, 2006
8.45am – 1.00pm
To attend the conference please contact Fouzia Bhatti
Email: f.bhatti@merseybasin.org.uk
Telephone: 0161 242 8200
Fax: 0161 242 8201
For further information about the conference, visit http://www.merseybasin.org.uk/page.asp?id=3072
CIWEM Rivers and Coastal Group Young Persons Study Weekend
(for members aged under 35), Delivering Sustainability through Flood and Coastal Risk Management will be held on 30th March – 1st April in York. Moreinformation will shortly be available from http://www.ciwem.org/groups/rivers/events.asp
Get Recognition for your Waterways Successes
Good luck to all those entering the Waterways Renaissance Awards 2007! These awards, launched by The British Urban Regeneration Association (BURA) and The Waterways Trust, celebrate best practice in regeneration on UK waterways. Entries are invited across ten categories so whether you are a small community initiative or a multi million pound scheme there’s bound to be a category for you. Get the recognition you deserve. The deadline is 20th October but extensions may be consider on an individual basis by consulting the awards team. For more details call the BURA awards team on 020 7539 4030 or by e-mailingawards@bura.org.uk. Further information is also available at http://firsthand.bura.org.uk
CIWEM Professional Indemnity Insurance
Do you find it difficult and expensive to obtain Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance? CIWEM is aware that its members have found Professional Indemnity (PI) cover increasingly expensive and difficult to obtain in recent years, especially smaller firms and individual consultants. As a result, CIWEM is currently exploring the possibility of offering a PI insurance scheme exclusive to its members. For more information, please click here: www.millergroupservices.com/CIWEM
Meeting Room for Hire at CIWEM
The Institution's premises in John Street, situated between Bloomsbury and the City, has a room available for letting. Set out in Board Room style, itcomfortably seats up to 15 people and is ideal for small meetings.
For further information, contact CIWEM
Tel: 0207 831 3110
E-mail: reception@ciwem.org
Or visit: http://www.ciwem.org.uk/about/meeting.asp
14. Impact Less on the Environment, Moreon Your Career
Whether it’s large scale global issues or more immediate workplace concerns, environmental thinking is always evolving. Environment and development courses from the Open University can help you stay one step ahead.
Our postgraduate courses cover a number of diverse areas, from exploring the processes underlying earth systems to the techniques of institutional development, so you’ll have the opportunity to investigate the key issues vital to the development of your career.
Many of our courses are recognised by the leading industry bodies. And, if you do decide to study with us, you’ll be in good company - over 30,000 postgraduate students study with the OU each year. What’s more, the OU was ranked as the top university for student satisfaction in the 2006 National Students Survey, and is ranked in the top five for teaching quality by The Times Educational Supplement.
Our postgraduate environment and development programme includes:
- Environmental Decision Making
- Global programme in Development Management
- Environment, Policy & Society
Connect to the power of learning today
Call 0870 900 9582
Visit www.openuniversity.co.uk/impact
20-23rd November 2006, Millennium Hotel, London Mayfair
The European Water Congress is bringing together the most senior level speakers from the leading water supply companies, utility companies, wastewater companies and water authorities.
The European Water Congress addresses the key issues affecting and shaping the European water sector and will help you prepare your business strategy for the coming months and years.
The European Water Congress is packed with practical advice, case studies and keynote presentations dealing with all the key issues that matter to you,including:
- Water management in the context of climate change
- The role of private sector involvement
- Demand management strategies
- Leakage and asset Management
- Customer service and pricing strategies
- Strategic billing and metering
The event incorporates a whole day dedicated to metering and billing strategies plus a post-conference workshop – “Asset management and leakage control – focusing on strategic and trunk mains” led by WRc plc. And enjoy over 10 hours of networking including a drinks reception, round tables and our innovative Speed Networking session.
Call +44 (0) 20 7242 2324 or go online to register: www.terrapinn.com/2006/water
Save up to £259.50 on the registration fee when you book before 22nd September! Simply call +44 (0) 20 7242 2324 to find out more or go online to register.
16. The Challengeof Delivering Global Water Infrastructure
What opportunities exist for new institutional and financial models?
22nd November 2006, The International Coffee Organisation, London, UK
During the 1990s, full privatisation, PFI and BOOT projects were being promoted for the development and construction of water infrastructure in both developedand developing countries.
Since then the market has moved on, and with the challenge to deliver the Millennium Development Goals, new models are being sought, particularly for lower income communities. The conference will examine:-
- The scale of the challenge
- The availability of current funding sources, both public and private
- The impact of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
- Soft start and low income models
Do not miss this opportunity to:
- Hear a range of international speakers outline institutional and financial models which are applicable now and which will serve infrastructure implementation in the coming years
- Join a debate on what are the needs and opportunities; how can we balance philanthropy with business needs; and what is the way forward
Confirmed speakers to date include:
- Dr. David Lloyd Owen, Managing Director, Envisager Limited
- Michael Dinham, Global Head of Infrastructure and Finance, ING Bank
- Simon Langton, Regional Director, Severn Trent International
- Sam Parker, Chief Executive, Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor
- James Winpenny, Wychwood Economic Consulting Ltd, consultant to the Global Water Partnership
- Ian Allison, Divisional Director, Water Utilities Division, Mott MacDonald
- John Lawson, Chairman, ICE Water Board
This is a CIWEM supported conference, for which CIWEM members will receive a 25% discount on the delegate fee. To register your interest please contact: Vidya Gunapala, tel: +44 (0)20 7665 2310 or email: vidya.gunapala@ice.org.uk . Further information may also be found at: www.iceconferences.com
17. GlobalLeakage Technology Summit 2007
Adopting the most effective strategy for water efficiency and leakage management
25th – 26th January 2007, with a pre-conference workshop on 24th January,at the Hotel Russell, London
Globally, water demand is rising and resources are diminishing. The problem of water loss and leakage is a perennial one, and utility operators need a strategic approach to tackle it. The 2007 summit examines case studies from utility practitioners worldwide - describing their strategies and programmes for leakage management and water efficiency. Together, these programmes form a strategy for restoring a potentially huge lost resource.
The pre-conference workshop, facilitated by Ewan Group, will concentrate on ‘asset management planning and leakage strategy development’, and will be followed by a site visit to view Thames Water’s innovative ‘Smart DMA’ project.
The conference sessions will include an international panel discussion to review the alternative management options being practised internationally. An industry and regulator panel discussion will discuss the thorny issue of economic leakage models and leakage targets set against a background of social and environmental effects and regional supply/demand issues. Our regulator panel includes:
Dr Melinda Acutt – Director of Network Regulation, OFWAT
Dr David King – Director of Water Management, Environment Agency
Peter Jiggins - Head of Branch, Drinking Water Quality and Water Conservation, DEFRA
A ‘cutting edge’ technology session will appraise the latest developments for monitoring and detecting leaks, particularly in plastic pipes.
Speakers will include senior practitioners from UK and international utilities – UK utilities represented include: Anglian Water, Bristol Water, Northumbrian Water, Scottish Water, Severn Trent Water, South West Water, Thames Water, United Utilities and Veolia Water.
Full details from: www.global-leakage-summit.com
Enquiries to: info@london-business-conferences.co.uk
18. HazardExInternational 2007
The HazardEx International 2007 (21st -22nd February 07) event will be bigger than ever with an extended exhibition and a full two day conference programme supporting the global hazardous area marketplace. The HazardEx Awards, which celebrate excellence in the hazardous area environment, will be run on the first evening. Hazards covered in the conference include risk of explosion from dusts, gases and oil.
The conference will run sessions on:
- Living with DSEAR - now that the ATEX timetable has run its course
- Internationalisation under the IECEx certification scheme
- Ensuring operational competence in the hazardous area
- Industrial Fire Safety precautions and their effects on the environment
- Case studies from the global industrial community
- FREE Competence training courses from SIRA
CIWEM has negotiated a 10% discount rate for its members, and places booked before September 29th 06 will receive an additional 15%, giving a total saving of 25%. Visit http://www.hazardexonthenet.net/theconference/theconference.html or email laenie.juan@imlgroup.co.uk for more details or to book.
CIWEM is a vibrant environmental professional body which offers professional development, an impressive programme of local, national and international events, a magazine ten times a year, a quarterly journal, excellent networking opportunitiesand many other benefits. Contact membership@ciwem.org for more details.
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