The Singapore International Water Week is the global platform for Water Solutions that brings together policymakers, industry leaders, experts, practitioners to address challenges, showcase technologies, discover opportunities and celebrate achievements.

It is an event for senior government officials, top industry leaders, leading water specialists and practitioners to meet and discuss policies, business solutions and water technologies. Comprising the Water Leaders Summit, Water Convention and Water Expo, it culminates in the presentation of the Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize, an international award to recognise outstanding contributions in solving water issues.

For more information please contact daphneyeo@siww.com.sg

Following the continuing success of this premier international event in 2006 and 2007, London Business Conferences is delighted to announce the 2008 Global Leakage Summit, taking place on 17-18 June 2008 in London

Now a firmly established event on the calendars of international utility practitioners, the Global Leakage Summit will provide the water industry with the opportunity to debate the latest challenges - and to share solutions - and hear an incredible line up of practical case study presentations.

The programme has again been compiled from a unique research process and face to face interviews with practitioners to identify the 'hot topics' that they would like to hear discussed. One of the key themes of this year's Summit is to address the management of change in utilities to improve efficiency and performance.  Keynote speakers representing utilities like Rand Water, Aguas do Porto, Johor and the Bahamas - who have all demonstrated success from change - will present their results.

Some of our 2008 speakers are:

Keith Naicker - CEO, Rand Water
Joaquim Pocas Martins - President of the Re-structuring Board, Aguas do Porto
Glen Laville - Acting Deputy General Manager, Bahamas WSC
Bruno Nguyen - Operations Director, Eau de Paris
Bojan Ristovski - Leakage Director, Skopje Water
Trevor Bishop - Head of Water Resources, Environment Agency

Our international showcase of more than 20 exhibitors will once again be demonstrating the increasing focus on technology innovation, and several will be participating in vendor sessions throughout the Summit.  Technologies being displayed are: flow measurement and data capture, leak detection and location equipment, speciality software and pressure reducing valves.

Visit www.global-leakage-summit.com where you can register online, or call +44 (0) 207 749 0470, or e-mail info@london-business-conferences.co.uk

16th – 17th June 2008
Water Management Congress Europe 2008
Prague, Czech Republic

www.watermanagementeurope.com 
Contact Teena Tolani
Tel: + 377 9777 5135
Fax: +377 9777 7546
E-mail: teenat@naseba.com

After the successful event in 2007, Water Management Series is hosting its first edition in Europe, where city expansion in the east and the upkeep of older systems in the west are creating both challenges and business opportunities for sewer, irrigation and water supply systems.

Water Management Congress Europe is hosting up to 150 upper-level executives from industry and municipality water services looking for in-depth technical knowledge and competitive water management solutions. The congress is officially hosted by the Ministry of Environment in Czech Republic and the Water Protection Department.

The event format is very exclusive:
- Cutting-edge conference agenda
- Prescheduled One-to-one business meetings
- Networking opportunities

Established in 2002, naseba produces business platforms focused on re-education, networking and most importantly increasing deal-making opportunities for executive clients. With offices strategically located in 7 cities around the world, naseba employs over 250 executives from more than 30 nationalities. naseba group went public on the Paris Stock Exchange on October 5th, 2006.

www.naseba.com

9th – 10th June
Carbon Emissions Management
Kuala Lumpur

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) accounts for the largest single contribution of any gas to the greenhouse effect. Because of the potential of such carbon waste- and by-products to damage the environment, a great deal of attention and hype is now focused on methods & process reengineering, as well as re-tooling facilities and conducting R&D into new technologies that are ‘green’

Marcus Evans presents a trailblazing, first-of-its-kind, practical training course on how your org can profit from the current concern on managing carbon emissions from operational processes. During this course, you will not only gain insights into the status of carbon emissions globally and locally, you will also be evaluating and assessing the various carbon footprint measurement tools and techniques, building business cases for carbon emission management plans, ways and means of reducing both direct and indirect carbon emissions, and dealing with stakeholder perspectives.

Join this training now in order to ensure your org retains competitive advantage, remains ahead of regulatory pressure & profits financially from a proper carbon emissions management programme!

For more info on how to attend, please contact Ms Lee Chew Wan  at +00 603 2723 6748 or email LeeC@marcusevansk.com 

• CIWEM Members can receive 10% discount, so when booking please mention CIWEM

9th June 2008
Big On Energy 
De Vere Grand Harbour Hotel, Southampton

‘Big on Energy’ is aimed at business leaders, stakeholders and public sector executives who need to engage in sustainable technologies and wider climate impact reduction strategies. This leading edge conference looks at case studies and specific examples from Southampton and other successful projects. The conference will focus on action and opportunities for businesses and the public sector.

To book a place visit www.theparliament.com/bigonenergy or call Grant Hewston on 020 7091 7639.

4-8th June
Cheltenham Science Festival

The Cheltenham Science Festival is a five-day celebration of science, engineering and the arts.  Be part of the fun in events for all the family, discover things you can hardly imagine, and contribute to discussions on the hottest topics in science and the environment.  This year, Jonathan Porritt will chair a series of discussions on ‘Sustainable World’ with Sir David King and John Beddington among the speakers.  Comedian, Mark Watson, will ask why we are ‘Crap at the Environment. There’s a lot we can ‘Learn from Other Planets’, and a recorded introduction from HRH the Prince of Wales will start Kevin Conrad’s talk on The Prince and the Rainforests.

For details about these and hundreds of other events at the 2008 Cheltenham Science Festival, http://www.cheltenhamfestivals.com/whats_on/science_festival.html     

26th - 27th May 2008
3rd Annual Best Practice Sustainability Reporting
Melbourne, Australia

Organised by marcus evans, this 2-day conference helps companies in optimizing sustainability strategies to achieve long-term development and financial gains.

The event will feature an international keynote case study covering: “Initiating Green IT projects to achieve long-term development”, jointly presented by Michinori Kutami - General Manager of Corporate Environmental Affairs Unit from Fujitsu Limited (Japan) and Alison O'Flynn - Senior Consultant of Fujitsu Australia.

In addition, a broad range of real-life best practice case studies will be presented by the leading organisations across different sectors such as, Hydro Tasmania, ActewAGL, mecu Limited and more. It will bring practical insights into the best practice maintenance management strategies including measuring and reporting on climate change, implementing and maintaining superior Environmental Management Systems (EMS).

It is a precious networking opportunity to share the common problems and solutions with successful industry players. For more details, please contact Amy at Tel: +603 2723 6699 or email: Lima@marcusevanskl.com

• CIWEM members will receive 10% discount so when booking please state CIWEM

26th-27th May 2008
2nd Annual Middle East Waste & Water Congress
JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai, UAE

"Moving forward with the advances in waste and water technologies for a more secured future and environment"

The Middle East region is currently facing two major challenges: One being the scarcity of water and the other being the increasing population of waste due to its booming construction sector. The objective of this inaugural 2nd Annual Waste & Water 2008 is to bridge the gap between the waste and water industry whilst serving as an ideal platform for professionals from the waste and water industry to meet, network and exchange ideas for the improvement of these 2 major sectors in the Middle East.

Conference agenda & focus

Day One
Stream 1: Water Conservation, Management & Distribution
Stream 2: Water Desalination
Stream 3: Advances in Wastewater Treatment
Stream 4: Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Management
Day Two
Stream 5: Water Conservation, Distribution & Leakage Control
Stream 6: Innovations in Desalination Engineering
Stream 7: Wastewater Reuse & Sustainable Sludge Management
Stream 8: Integrated Waste Management

For more information on how to attend, please contact Ms Cindy Cluny at +00 603 2723 6745 or email CindyC@marcusevanskl.com

20th – 22nd May
Sustainabilitylive!
NEC in Birmingham

IWEX is the largest national event for the water and wastewater industry. It is part of Sustainabilitylive!, the UK’s leading event for excellence and innovation in the water, environment, energy and land sectors.

IWEX 2008 encompasses a high-level conference and seminar programme running across the three-day event.  Presentations will be made by well-known figures within the water industry and panel discussions will be staged in an informative and thought-provoking programme.

Over 100 companies have already confirmed their presence on the 2008 exhibitor list, including ABB, Achilles Information, Burkert Fluid Control Systems, Pump Supplies, WEG Electric Motors and Zoeller. Other exhibiting companies at Sustainabilitylive! include: Environment Agency, Conestega Rover, Bord na Mona, Veolia, Worcester Bosch, Biogas Nord, Trend Control and Atkins.

Attending IWEX will give visitors the opportunity to gather the latest industry and legislative news, while networking with their peers. Many of the seminars, master classes and conferences will also provide CPD points.

Following the success of last year, the Faversham House Group will again be incorporating IWEX within its Sustainabilitylive! forum.  IWEX will continue to be co-located with: the Environmental Technology and Services Exhibitions (ET&ES); the National Energy Management Exhibition (NEMEX); and Brownfield Expo. By bringing these events together under one roof, people working across disciplines will find it easier to make the most of their time out of the office.

To register for free attendance, get up-to-the-minute news on exhibitors, the features programme, or to enter the awards, visit: www.sustainabilitylive.com or call +44 (0) 208 651 7151.

15th May 2008
Advances in Biological Processes for Organics and Energy Recycling
The Birmingham & Midland Institute, Birmingham

This conference brings together a wide range of experts who are active in the development and application of biological processes for waste organics and generation of renewable energy. The conference looks at the process options across the whole process flowsheet, from sorting and pretreatment through to the treatment of solids and nutrient rich liquors.

Register at www.aqua-enviro.net

15th May 2008
Sustainable Construction Course
London and South East England
Click here for further details
The course is charged at £205 + VAT per person per day, although a members’ discount is available. Further details and booking forms are available from the Training Club on 01446 775959 or training.club@symmonsmadge.co.uk.

15th May 2008
Urban Drainage (Storm-water and Sewage) course
Belfast
Click here for further details
The course is charged at £215 + VAT per person per day, although a members’ discount is available. Further details and booking forms are available from the Training Club on 01446 775959 or training.club@symmonsmadge.co.uk.

14th–16th May 2008
The 2nd Annual China Water Congress 2008
Beijing, China

Contact: Leigh Yang
Tel: +86 21 68407631
Fax: +86 21 68407632/33
Email: leighy@chinawatercongress.com

2nd Annual China Water Congress 2008 is to be held in Beijing, China. The 3-day event will be gathering 350+ participants from global water fraternity. Strategic issues to be addressed includes water pricing reform, financing & investment models, financial & legal risk management, technology innovation & application and seawater desalination & sewage treatment drive. With the vision to be the most compelling water event dedicated in China, we are glad to build the communication platform for international and domestic market leaders again in 2008 on the basis of huge success in 2007. For more details, please visit www.chinawatercongress.com

13th - 15th May 2008
Eco Design: Materials for a Sustainable Society will form one of the symposia at Materials Congress, organised by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining.

The full-day Eco design session will explore eco-innovation, design for sustainability, government policy on sustainability, and industrial ecology.
Specific lectures will consider sustainability issues surrounding packaging, aluminium, and thermodynamics. Speakers from Rolls-Royce plc and the Corus Group will present on REACH and sustainability through the supply chain.

This session is aimed at engineers and managers involved in product design and process development who want to reduce their impact on the environment.
The interactions between sociological and political issues with engineering and materials science will be examined.

A draft programme can be downloaded at
www.iom3.org/congress/session_eco.htm.

8th May 2008, 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Earthwatch Lecture – ‘Ghanaian Communities & Conservation’
The Royal Geographical Society, 1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AR.

John Mason & Prof. Patrick Ofori-Danson. 

Two talks on Earthwatch's work with the Nature Conservation Research Centre of Ghana (NCRC) to develop research and conservation projects to the benefit not only of the environment, but also the livelihoods of the local populations through community- based ecotourism.

John Mason, Executive Director of the NCRC, will give an historical overview of this programme, its scope and its achievements, while Prof. Patrick Ofori-Danson, of the University of Ghana, will specifically tell us about his work on the West African manatees still to be found in Ghanaian waters.

Doors open at 6.00pm (cash bar); lectures followed by a second cash bar, 8.30-9.30pm.

Entrance free to Earthwatch supporters; otherwise a small donation will be requested on the door.

For tickets and more information, please contact our Events Department on (01865) 318856; events@earthwatch.org.uk;

http://www.earthwatch.org/europe/get_involved/events08/ghana

6th - 7th May 2008
CRANFIELD MULTI-STRAND CONFERENCE: CREATING WEALTH THROUGH RESEARCH AND INNOVATION (CMC 2008)
Cranfield, England

The new Multi-Strand Conference explores how wealth is created through research and innovation.  It brings together researchers and practitioners from across the spectrum to discuss advances in applied sciences, engineering and technology, including associated management practices.

There will be a focus on application, especially in the environment sector, manufacturing, aerospace, health and defence sectors.  A particular aim is to provide a welcoming and supportive forum for early-stage researchers to present and discuss their work with more established figures in their various fields.

To find out more or to register your interest visit www.cranfield.ac.uk/cmc
Papers should be submitted by 29 February 2008.  Acceptance: 31 March 2008

2nd- 11th May 2008
Margate Rocks: Festival of Contemporary Visual Art & Ecology

Margate Rocks is back!

The 6th Margate Rocks Festival of Contemporary Visual Art will take place between 2-11 May 2008. Situated in and around the budding seaside town of Margate, this year’s festival explores the relationship between ‘Art & Ecology’.

Participants include Heather & Ivan Morison, Franny Armstrong, Billy Childish, Mark McGowan, Michaela Crimmin and Dr Mark Miodownik. The programme aims to create an interdisciplinary dialogue through a variety of exciting commissions, exhibitions, events, talks, films and workshops.

Highlights include: the Magnificent Revolutionary Cycling Cinema, the UK’s only bicycle-powered cinema run by artists, uniting art, education and sustainability; an installation of an allotment in the middle of urban Margate by artists Sarah Craske and Stacy Keeler; green filmmaking master classes led by acclaimed activist filmmaker, Franny Armstrong; and a rare performance by cult musician, poet and artist Billy Childish.

For more information visit www.margaterocks.com

29th - 30th April 2008
CIBSE / ASHRAE Conference on the Tyne: Practical Skills for Sustainability
Newcastle Gateshead Hilton

Practical help and advice on costing, constructing, staffing and selling sustainability takes main stage at the CIBSE / ASHRAE Conference 2008:‘Sustainability – niche to norm’.

Speakers include ASHRAE President Kent Peterson, Jane Carlsen, Principal Planner for the GLA, Simon Harris, Director of Cost Consultancy at Cyril Sweett and Becky Warren from Eversheds. Dan Epstein, Head of Sustainable Development at the Olympic Delivery Authority will also be presenting a case study on ‘innovating, delivering and learning lessons at the Olympics’.

The two day conference will answer key questions such as:

• How can we produce convincing cost arguments for low & zero carbon technologies?
• How can we meet the skills shortages in the building services field?
• How will the CSR agenda affect building services consultancies?
• How will planning issues impact on building and refurb projects?
• What lessons can we learn from the US?

CIBSE President John Armstrong said: “The CIBSE / ASHRAE joint Conferences always make for a lively, informative and highly topical event. The 2008 conference is no exception and delegates can look forward to a two-day programme full of practical advice, real examples and information for a smooth transition of Sustainability – from niche to norm.”

For more information contact CIBSE on 020 8675 5211

29th April 2008
Sustainable Futures Course
Cardiff
Click here for further details

27th - 29th April 2008  
The 9th China Int’l Environmental Protection Exhibition (CIEPEC+EPTEE 2008)
Intex Shanghai and Shanghai Mart

The 9th China Int’l Environmental Protection Exhibition (CIEPEC+EPTEE 2008) will be held on Apr. 27th-29th, 2008 at Intex Shanghai and Shanghai Mart, providing 30,000 sq. m. of exhibition floor space, and attracting 750 exhibitors (approximately 1,200 booths). Through this win-win cooperation with CIEPEC (China Int’l Environmental Protection Exhibition & Conference, organized by China Association of Environmental Protection Industry -CAEPI), CIEPEC+EPTEE will become the top-ranking environmental protection exhibition in Asia, with the most exhibitors, the highest specialization and the most advanced technologies. The exhibits scope includes water and wastewater treatment, air pollution prevention, solid waste treatment, noise prevention & control and renewable energies. It’s the superexcellent opportunity for your company to enter into Chinese market and power your business in the field of environmental protection!

For more details, please visit our website: www.eptee.com
Contact Ms Hope SAI Tel: +86-21-54592323 ext.327 Fax: +86-21-54253480
Email: hope.expo@gmail.com

25 April 2008
CIWEM HK: TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT TOWARDS TOTAL WATER MANAGEMENT IN HONG KONG
Function Room, 1/F, HKPC Building, Hong Kong Productivity Council, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong

The increased cost of obtaining clean water and stringent legislation for disposing of wastewater are the key drivers for many decision-makers to look for new technologies on wastewater treatment and reuse.  This seminar aims to establish a platform for the experts of this specific area for sharing local and overseas experience and stimulating initiatives.  This will cope with the trend in Hong Kong for the implementation of total water management to protect the water resources and explore new sources to make more effective use of the precious water resources.

There will be a welcoming address by Mr David Rooke, President, CIWEM, UK, followed by talks on Research and Development in Membrane Bioreactor, Membrane Filtration and Reverse Osmosis Technologies for Sewage Reuse and Recycling in Hong Kong, Seawater Desalination, Early Warning Mechanism on Algal Blooming and Related Risk, Urban and Basin Wide Water Management Practices in China and closing remarks by Mr Damien KU, International Vice President, CIWEM.

A post-seminar visit (free-of-charge) to the Reclaimed Water Treatment Plant at Shek Wu Hui Sewage Treatment Works on 26 April 2008, Saturday will be arranged on a “first-come-first-served” basis

For more information, contact Ms Cherry Yuen Tel: 2788 5308; email: cherryy@hkpc.org

24th April 2008
The Climate Change Bill: Implications for Business
Cavendish Conference Centre, London W1

The Climate Change Bill – the world’s first national statutory framework for cutting carbon dioxide emissions – will put the UK firmly on course to a low carbon future. The Government is already taking forward a wide range of policies, impacting on all sectors of the economy, to achieve the targets in the Bill.
 
It is crucial, therefore, that all companies understand these policies and the impact they will have on their business.
 
EIC has brought together a unique line up of the top policy makers, regulators and business leaders to analyse climate change policy and how business strategies need to adapt to succeed as part of a low carbon economy.
 
Speakers include: Rt Hon Hilary Benn MP, Secretary of State for Environment; Peter Ainsworth MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Environment; Gert Jan Koopman, Director of Industrial Policy and Economic Reform, European Commission; and Ben Verwaayen, Chief Executive of BT and Chair of CBI Climate Change Taskforce.

For information or to book: www.eic-uk.co.uk/ccb.cfm

• Please use discount code CIWEM to claim your £120 discount

21st - 22nd April 2008
Water, Finance and Sustainability 2008: New Directions for a thirsty planet.
The Millennium Gloucester Hotel, London

April 21st and 22nd will be crucial dates in the water industry calendar, with the IDA and Global Water Intelligence magazine pooling their resources to create a conference of unprecedented impact and breadth. Entitled “Water, Finance and Sustainability 2008” the conference will explore political, financial and technological solutions to global water scarcity.

Speakers already confirmed include:
• Mohamed El Alfy, Assistant Minister, Ministry of Housing, Utilities and Urban Development, Egypt
• Antoine Frérot, CEO of Veolia
• Dr Abdulmajeed Ali Alawadhi, CEO of the Bahrain Water Authority

In addition to the focus on sustainability, further sessions will explore water reuse, investment opportunities and water finance, and the emerging markets of Brazil, Russia, India and China.

The conference will also include GWI’s Global Water Awards ceremony, this year taking place at Banqueting House in Whitehall. Nobel Peace Prize Winner and Micro-finance guru Muhammad Yunus will be speaking on how his micro-finance initiatives can help bring water to the world’s poor.

Delegates can register and find out more information at the conference website www.watermeetsmoney.com.

16th -17th April 2008
GRASSROOTS Art and Ecology 
Conference at Kiasma Theatre Helsinki

For details and up-dates please visit
www.halikonlahti.net/grassroots

20 € for whole conference
10 €  for one day
students –50 %

GRASSROOTS is a 2-day conference, including lectures, Question and Anwer sessions, panel discussion, encourage dialoge with and among the delegates, providing different viewpoints and films. A public forum for discovering and debating the wide field of art and ecology today with renowed and specialist speakers leading the way. You don’t need to be a specialist, just come with an open and enquiry mind.

Major focus is on a selection of best practice, inspiring talks provoking dialog on topics such as regional development, cross-boarder cooperation in sustainable arts, bioarts, arts and ecology, storytelling, networking, etc. and all related to the Nordic and Baltic Sea Region.

15th-16th April 2008
Working on Knowledge and Practices of Using Treated Sewage Sludge on Land
Pembroke College, Cambridge University

This workshop will review the current knowledge and practices of using sewage sludge on land. The objective is frank and open discussion, leading to an output summarizing the views expressed which will be sent to the European Commission. The EWA invites experts to participate in the workshop, although the number of participants is limited to 70.

For more information, click here 

13th - 16th April 2008
Planning Institute of Australia National Congress
The 2008 National Congress recognises the climate in planning is changing. The shift in national and international attention to addressing the challenges of climate change is just one signal.  Planning is dynamic and undergoing quantum shifts.

This Congress will look at the changing culture of planning, natural resource management innovations, creative community engagement, movements in the economics of development, and new tools for planners.  The backdrop is Sydney, our global window, full of planning challenges and opportunities. We will showcase innovation in NSW against the sparkling backdrop of Sydney Harbour.
Join us, and explore … things are hotting up for Congress 2008!

Register to attend on the PIA website now > www.pia2008.com

10th April 2008
Environmental Aspects and Impacts Course
Bristol
Click here for further details
The course is charged at £205 + VAT per person per day, although a members’ discount is available. Further details and booking forms are available from the Training Club on 01446 775959 or training.club@symmonsmadge.co.uk.

7th – 8th April 2008
Water Contamination Emergencies: Collective Responsibility
The Royal Society of Medicine, London 

This third conference ‘Collective Responsibility’ follows on from two successful Water Contamination Emergencies conferences. It recognises the need for all companies, agencies and experts to share, collaborate and draw on lessons learnt, and will have a distinctly international flavour. The topics will deal with the principal aspects of collective responsibility in three concurrent streams: Operations, Data Management, Communications. Registration form and programme may be found here.

To learn more about the Water Contamination Emergencies Conference, to book an exhibition stand or to register, email: maggi@maggichurchouseevents.co.uk  or call us on +44 1359 221004

7th April 2008
THE BUSINESS OF CLIMATE CHANGE
William Jefferson Clinton Auditorium, University College Dublin, Ireland

Cost per delegate only €75

OECD Environment Outlook to 2030 states that:
“Ambitious policy actions to protect the environment can increase the efficiency of the economy and reduce health costs. In the long term, the benefits of early action on many environmental challenges are likely to outweigh the costs.”

Participants will learn:
• How the global risk management message can be communicated effectively for the 21st Century
• The “Green” aspects of corporate social responsibility
• An understanding of carbon credits
• Practical ways that your business can reduce its carbon footprint

Speakers:
Professor Ragnar Löfstedt, King's Centre for Risk Management, King's College London
Presentation: “Effective Communication of Risk Management in 21st Century”

Mr Conor O’Riain, Ecocem Materials (world’s first supplier of carbon neutral concrete) 
Presentation: “How Business can make an impact on climate change”

For more information contact Andrew Martin, andrew.martin@eventmanagementinternational.ie

7th April 2008
Bio-Innovators
University of Reading, Reading

Co-organised by:    eco-i-net: www.cfsd.org.uk/eco-i-net
                                   BIONIS: www.biomimetics.org.uk
Background
The European Commisson has recently highlighted bio-based products alongside other three other green areas - sustainable construction, recycling and renewable technologies - within its newly announced Lead Markets Initiative (LMI). The EC aim to use various policy measure to help stimulate eco-innovation in these sectors. Bio-Innovators will bring together a number of leading thinkers and practioners to highlight experience related to bio-based innovation and biomimetics with a particular focusing on the challenges of moving ideas through to commercialisation. Bio-Innovators will build on previous succesful eco-i net events on eco-innovation, sustainable building technologies, energy harvesting, low carbon and resourceful innovators (see www.cfsd.org.uk/eco-i-net)
Benefits of attending:

• Leading edge presentations from innovators, practioners and entrepreneurs
• Unique forum for new ideas and concepts
• Access to new ideas and thinking
• Networking opportunities

For more information on the programme and costs see: www.cfsd.org.uk/eco-i-net

1st April 2008
Biological Clean Air and Water
CISBE Engineering Centre, Balham

Infections and cross-contamination in hospitals, the spread of foot-and-mouth and the effects of drainage in the Summer flooding have made the effects of clean air and water on public health a hot concern.
How do drainage, plumbing and ventilation play a part in preserving biosecurity and preventing cross-contamination? What are the most pressing cost, installation and maintenance issues and how can they be managed?
This one-day conference aims to bring you up-to-date with the technology and regulation surrounding drainage and ventilation. You will hear from industry experts, top consultants and government agencies. Illustrated by case studies - the conference will fully inform you about the future of clean air and water in buildings.

• To book your place (at the special CIBSE Member rate of £195 + VAT) contact the CIBSE Events Team on 020 8675 5211, email events@cibse.org or visit www.cibse.org.  CIWEM members remember to quote CIWEM when booking

30th – 31st March 2008
City Development Conference. 
Location: Hyatt Regency Dubai, UAE

City development is an indispensable complement to grow macroeconomic and opportunities for social mobilisation. Every country needs competitive, dynamic regions if it is to achieve its economic and social objectives at the global level. Global information and knowledge sharing have become vital for the solution of urban problems, such as privatizing urban infrastructure, accessing the capital market, formulation of city development strategy and scaling up slum up-grading projects, etc.. This conference will focus on building a city of the future through creating strategic plan emphasising on effective utilisation of resources to build qualitative and quantitative achievements, forming a fertile environment for sustained growth in the era of globalisation, leveraging on sustainable community development initiatives, effective transportation system etc to bring the city into the eyes of the world. For more information, kindly contact Miss Bernardine at 006.03.2723.6604 or BernadineM@marcusevanskl.com for exclusive discounts and event brochure

17th - 19th March 2008, plus linked site visit on 20th March
Flooding and Water Management in the Landscape
Sheffield Hallam University

The Tourism and Environmental Change Research Unit at Sheffield Hallam University and the Biodiversity and Landscape History Research Institute are running a major event on Flooding and Water Management in the Landscape. It will cover the lessons of history and landscape change for the future and impacts of climate and other environmental changes.
German colleagues affected by floods in both eastern and western Germany will be presenting. Professors Chris Baines, Adrian Saul, Stuart Lane and Ian Cluckie are already confirmed, plus Alan Simson, Ian Rotherham, Environment Agency and Halcrow. CIWEM, ADAS, Yorkshire & Regional Assembly & IEEM are supporting the event.
For further details and to register your interest, please contact the Conference Team on 0114 272 4227, email info@hallamec.plus.com or visit www.ukeconet.co.uk.

3rd -15th March 2008
WATER
Well Gallery, London College of Communication, Elephant & Castle
(Preview on Monday 3rd March from 6.30pm, all welcome)

WATER is an exhibition which explores the theme of water in all its assorted manifestations. The photographers observe the effect of its absence on the desert landscape and closer to home, examine the destruction left in the wake of recent flooding. Alongside these images sit photographs of tranquil vapour trails captured in the early morning, ominous bridges shot in the dead of night and a mysterious ethereal fog, among others. This exhibition focuses on our never ending engagement with water in all its forms, how it shapes our landscape, its role in our recreation and our total dependence on it for survival.

Eyelight are a body of London College of Communication Alumni who exhibit photographic work which reflects the group's eclectic vision. Further details on http://www.totoetco.net/eyelight.htm

11th - 12th March 2008
Industrial Environment Forum at easyFairs® SOLIDS
Birmingham NEC

New forum at easyFairs SOLIDS 2008 tackles key plant performance and environmental compliance issues.
Easyfairs® SOLIDS is the only UK exhibition for the solids processing, handling and storage industries, and new for 2008 will be an Industrial Environment Forum launched to help plant engineers and managers to meet ever tougher demands to improve plant performance, efficiency and environmental compliance.
A major first for the sector, the forum will showcase technologies and solutions that address key performance issues at every stage of the plant process, including:
• Pollution control & prevention
• Emissions monitoring
• Effluent monitoring & treatment
• Waste management & recycling
• Safety & compliance
• Quality control
• Energy efficiency
• Filtration & separation
• Odour & noise control
There will also be a full programme of free learnShops™ seminars on key issues and hot topics, such as waste minimisation and management, energy efficiency, air/effluent monitoring and MCERTS, renewable energy solutions, and the latest regulatory developments.
More information and free registration at www.easyfairs.com/solids, and for stand bookings, contact Sunita Puee on tel: 0208 622 4416 or e-mail: sunita.puee@easyfairs.com

Engage with your fellow leaders in world class organisations across the international water sector by pre-selecting your own programme of one-to-one meetings from delegations that include: water utilities, government officials, municipal authorities, consultancies, engineer