General Information
How do I enter?
To enter, complete your project according to Tomorrow's
Water's criteria and project format guidelines. Download and
complete the entry form at www.tomorrowswater.co.uk.
Attach the completed entry form to an email and send it to tomorrowswater@ciwem.org
with 'Tomorrow's Water' as the subject
What steps should I take to produce an innovative
project?
- Choose a topic on a local or global water and/or environmental
related issue
- Discuss your decision with your teacher
- Decide on your hypothesis or the key question you want to
answer
- Research all the relevant background information
- Undertake experiments, monitoring and/or further research
- Analyse your results
- Write a scientific report outlining the research/experiments
and a discussion of results and conclusions/recommendations
What is the latest date that projects can be submitted
to the Tomorrow's Water?
Friday 6th May 2011 is the latest date.
What age do I need to be?
Students who are between 15-20 years of age can
participate with one condition: the students must be
pre-university. You may participate if you are going to be 15 years
old by the start of World Water Week 2011.
Do I need approval from my school/college and/or
teacher/supervisor?
Yes, you will need to complete the Expression of Interest
Form and entry form and have them signed by your supervisor. If you
are from a group of club, have the documents signed by the relevant
person on charge.
Is the competition restricted to schools?
No, colleges, science, engineering, ecology clubs can all
enter the competition. Scouts, guides and other groups can also
enter as long as the entrants are within the age range.
Will my school be able to call on the expertise of CIWEM
members to assist the students?
Yes, after a school interest form or an entry form has
been submitted, a member of the closest CIWEM branch will be in
touch with the school and students to help with basic questions and
to develop the project.
Does Tomorrow's Water link to my exams?
Yes, as long as your syllabus includes water related
themes then a project linked to your studies is eligible for
Tomorrow's Water
When will the Tomorrow's Water Final be held?
At the end of May 2011.
What happens if I win Tomorrow's Water?
The winner/s of Tomorrow's Water will represent the UK at
the SJWP International Final held in Stockholm.
When will the International Final be held?
The International Final will be held in Stockholm during
the World Water Week; usually by the third week of August. In 2011
World Water Week will take place between 21st -
27th August.
Does the fully expensed trip to Stockholm including an
accompanying person?
No, only the UK's National Organiser will be allowed to
travel to Stockholm with the UK's finalist. This is due to the fact
that only one representative may register to the World Water Week
representing the national organisation at the Stockholm
International Water Institute's Expense.
Can I be accompanied by a family member or
teacher?
Yes, but CIWEM will not cover any cost. Any family member
or teacher will have to pay individually
How many nations will usually compete in the
International Final?
In 2010, finalists from more than 30 countries entered
the International Final.
What language is used in the International Final?
English is the main spoken language in the International
Final; however, as the UK's finalists you should not expect a very
high level of English, especially throughout the other finalists.
It is possible that some of the finalists will struggle a little
with their English. It is your responsibility to follow a correct
code of conduct with those who do not speak English like you.
How am I expected to behave?
You will have the chance to meet all sorts of people
including water experts, engineers, biologist, ecologists,
economists, scientists and so on. You will be the Ambassador for
the UK, for CIWEM and your school/college/group; therefore, you are
expected to behave properly, respect other people needs and wishes
and follow a decent code of conduct. Anything that will arise for
your misconduct will be reported to your parents and your
school/college/group.
Project Information
The following requirements for the project and
poster for Tomorrow's Water reflect the standard that will be
expected in the international final in
Stockholm
What topics can the projects include?
The projects should be within the fields of technology,
natural and social science. They should also be aimed at
solving water environment problems or improving water management in
schools, communities or water basins. This may include water
quality, water resources management, water protection and water and
wastewater treatment.
Do the projects need to be scientific in nature?
No, any aspect of the water sector is acceptable.
However, a written report setting out how the project was
undertaken, results and conclusions will be required.
What are the project guidelines?
Students ought to prepare a written project and a project
display. The written project should include an abstract, a
main report and a biography of the student(s), all of which may not
exceed 15 pages. The project display should include two
posters.
How many students can be involved in a team?
No more than 3 students can work in a team.
Written Project, Poster Display and Presentation
How many project should I hand in to Tomorrow's
Water?
Contestants shall provide a written project and a project
display for public exhibition. The written project must be written
in English and include an abstract and separate description of the
project for publication in the finalist catalogue. The written
project cannot exceed 15 pages. A detailed and accurate description
of the support received in carrying out the project should also be
included. The national organiser is responsible to submit the
requested information. Brief nomination guidelines are included in
the form.
Do I have to display my poster for Tomorrow's
Water?
Yes, Tomorrow's Water is designed to mirror the
International Final's criteria in Stockholm, so you will display
your poster for the judging process.
My poster display was damaged during shipment.
There is no way that I can get it repaired. What do I
do? Will this count against me?
No, both Tomorrow's Water and SJWP is judged primarily on
the content of the paper and the presentation. The judges looks to
the display board to see if all of the technical information is
presented. Damage to this board will not affect how you are
judged
Several entrants have very sophisticated displays while
mine is a cardboard display of standard size. Will the
competitors with the elaborate displays receive extra credit - do I
stand a chance of winning with my poster?
Again, the display is not the main judging criteria for
Tomorrow's Water or the SJWP final. Judges are interested in the
content of the paper and how the students present this
information.
Judging
How will my project be judged?
Tomorrow's Water is designed to mirror the
International Stockholm Junior Water Prize Final's criteria in
Stockholm. Visit www.tomorrowswater.co.uk
to download the judging criteria and guidelines
What are the International Judging Criteria?
The judging criteria of the Nominating Committee are
based on the overall relevance of the project, both in terms of
scientific relevance and overall relevance for both environment and
society, as well as the creative ability, methodology and subject
knowledge reflected in the work. The practical skills, as well as
the report and presentation are also basis for judgment. You can
download the judging criteria from our website.
When the judges interview me, what should I
expect?
Generally, the judges allow ten minutes per interview.
During each interview, the finalists are expected to use
approximately five minutes to present their project. The remaining
time will be for questions from the judges.
How many times will I present my project to the
judges?
For the final of Tomorrow's Water, you will be required
to make two presentations to the judges, who will be split into two
groups. For the International final in Stockholm, there are three
jury groups and the projects should be presented to each one of
them, hence, you will give your presentation three times in
Stockholm.
The judges did not spend ten minutes with me. What
does this mean?
When the interviews take place, the judges have already
read the papers and prepared questions to clarify technical
information and to give them a better understanding of your
project. If your paper is informative and well presented, it may be
that the judges have all the information they need.
I wish to show a Power Point presentation which lasts
longer than 10 minutes. Will the jury let me use more time?
No, ten minutes is the limit. In general, Power Point
presentations are discouraged since the judges prefer interaction
with the students.
Will the judges come with constructive comments in order
to help us develop the project?
If appropriate the judges will make comments and
suggestions about the strengths and weaknesses of your project
during the interview.
Will the judges be available after the event to give us
additional comments regarding our work?
The judges will offer constructive feedback to the
contestants where possible. For the finalists in Stockholm,
the feedback is strictly retained by the international jury.
Will the jury give us written feedback on our
projects?
For Tomorrow's Water yes, but not for the International
Final in Stockholm.
The following questions relate exclusively to
the final in Stockholm
Events
What sorts of events will I participate in if I win
Tomorrow's Water?
Together with the other finalist you will attend:
- The International Stockholm Junior Water Prize's Reception with
water experts and Ambassador from all over the world.
- The International Stockholm Junior Water Prize's Ceremony with
the H.R.H Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden.
- The International Stockholm Junior Water Prize's Dinner and
Dance which will take place straight after the ceremony.
- The Stockholm Water Prize Award and the Royal Banquet which
will take at the Stockholm City Hall where the Nobel Prize's
Ceremony takes place every year.
- A series of cultural and educational around Stockholm.
Travel
Do I need to pay for my travel to Stockholm?
CIWEM is responsible for covering the travel expenses for
the national winners to Stockholm for the International Final. SIWI
will arrange for the national winners' stay in Stockholm, provide
them with a programme and pay for their registration, accommodation
and food. SIWI does not cover accommodation costs before and after
the official Final Competition programme dates.
Will I be able to bring a parent of teacher/supervisor
with me?
The winner(s) will have costs covered to attend the final
in Stockholm and be accompanied by a person from the national
organiser, CIWEM. It may be possible to include additional people
but only at their own expense.
Do I need to book a hotel?
No, as the UK's Finalist you will be allocated in a hotel
chosen by SIWI with the rest of the finalist.
What is the baggage allowance when travelling to
Stockholm?
Baggage allowance will vary depending on which company
CIWEM chooses to fly with.
What will happen when I arrive at the airport?
Make sure you get in contact with one of members of the
International SJWP's team. They will be in terminal 5 at arrival
level, very close to customs. CIWEM will help you meet one of the
members that will take care of you and the rest of the
finalists.
Where can I exchange money?
We recommend that you exchange money at "Forex": http://www.forex.se/ on arrival at
Arlanda Airport.
Where do I stay in Stockholm?
Once arrived in Stockholm, some representatives of SIWI
will be waiting for you at the Arrivals terminal; then they will
direct you to the minivan and take you with the rest of the
finalists to the hotel. You will be staying in the same hotel with
the rest of the finalists and the SIWI Team.
I am travelling to Stockholm with my parents, teacher
and CIWEM. Is it possible for the minivan to take them to their
hotel as well?
No, there is only room for the finalists in the
minivan.
Climate and Clothing
What's the climate like?
The weather in Stockholm at this time of the year is
usually cool with temperatures between 10 and 15 degrees Celsius;
showers may occur. Therefore we recommend that you bring warm
clothes as well as something to wear against the rain.
What's the Dress code for the International Final's
Reception and Award ceremony and the Royal Banquet?
International Final's Reception and Award
Ceremony:
Female: national dress, smart dress, skirt or a
pair of trousers with blouse or School uniforms. No jeans, t-shirt,
college sweatshirts or sneakers are allowed.
Male: national dress, suit, nice trousers,
shirt with or without tie. School uniform. No jeans, t-shirts,
college-sweatshirts or sneakers are allowed.
Royal Banquet at City Hall:
The Royal Banquet is a Black Tie event with a formal or
traditional
dress.
No jeans, t-shirts, college-sweatshirts or sneakers are allowed
Other
Can I drink the tap water in Sweden?
Yes. Tap water in Sweden is very safe.
Where can I access the internet?
At the hotel there are several computers in the lobby
where you can access the internet for free. Wireless connection
will be also available.
Bed sheets and towel?
On arrival you will get bed sheets and a towel.
What should I prepare for the Cultural cabaret?
You can do a performance, share a typical game of your
country, sing a song, read a poem, dance or give a taste of food.
But, don't worry it is just for fun…
How much money do I need?
SIWI will cover all the expenses related to the hotel,
transport, food and drinks during your stay in Stockholm. However,
any extra costs related to your own personal choices will not be
included in this package e.g. extra drinks or food not included in
what SIWI will offer you.
Technical Equipment
I need to use a laptop or other technical equipment.
Will my outlet/plug fit into a Swedish socket?
The Swedish voltage is 220 V. Make sure to bring adapter
and/or transformer.
Where can I store my computer at the end of the
day?
Please bring it to your room at the hotel. Make sure it
is insured before you travel to Stockholm.
Any other questions, email: tomorrowswater@ciwem.org
