CIWEM E-News – October 2008

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This month:

1. CIWEM’s Annual Conference 2009 – Water and the Global Environment
Olympia Conference Centre, London, 29^th – 30^th April 2009
Sponsored by: MWH, RSK, Hydro International, EA, Arup, WSP

On 29^th – 30^th April 2009, CIWEM’s Annual Conference will address multidisciplinary issues across all areas of the global water and environment sector. A mix of keynote speakers, offered papers, exhibitions and networking opportunities will make this the event for water and environment professionals. The conference is being organised for CIWEM by Dr Bob Earll, CMS.

For more information, go to www.ciwem.org/events/annual_conference.

To register for the conference, please contact Bob Earll, bob.earll@coastms.co.uk or 01531 890415. There are comprehensive exhibitor and sponsorship packages for the conference – please contact Justin Taberham for further information, Email: justin@ciwem.org

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The aim of the conference is to explore emerging policy and technical challenges linked to the Water Framework Directive which have arisen in the past few years. The objectives of the conference are to:

• Brief and update delegates on a range of challenges that have linkages to the WFD
• Explore the next steps in addressing these challenges
• Bring together a diverse audience from across the EC for knowledge sharing and networking
• Highlight examples where integration of sectors and disciplines has been demonstrated successfully

The likely subject areas are:

• Water Scarcity and Drought
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Floods Directive
• Asset Management and Infrastructure
• Surface Water Management

Call for papers by the end of November

There are comprehensive exhibitor and sponsorship packages for the conference – please contact Justin Taberham, Director of Policy, for more information: justin@ciwem.org.

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Outputs from CIWEM conferences may be found at www.ciwem.org.uk/events/outputs. Please contact Justin Taberham at justin@ciwem.org with suggestions on what subjects CIWEM should be covering for one day conferences in 2008/09. More information can be found by contacting Bob Earll on bob.earll@coastms.co.uk or 01531 890415 and on www.ciwem.org/events.

Many thanks to MWH, Arup, WRc and Atkins who are Annual Sponsors of the CIWEM National Conference Programme.

22nd October 2008
The Future of Surface Water Management
London
Sponsors to date: MWH, Arup, Atkins, WRc, Hydro International, Polypipe Water Management Solutions, Capita Symonds, JBA Consulting, Mouchel
Programme

6^th- 7^th November 2008 *NEW DATE*
Humber Estuary - Technical Visit (Rivers and Coastal Group)
Contact: Kathryn Bell, Kathryn.bell@arup.com

19th November 2008
'Developing Sustainably'
London
Sponsors to date: MWH, Arup, Atkins, JBA Consulting, Mouchel
Programme

26th November 2008
PR09 Conference: Water Company Investment Plans – Stakeholder views
London
Sponsors to date: MWH, Arup, WRc, Atkins, EC Harris
Programme

4th December 2008
Extreme Flooding 2008 – Emergency Planning and Flooding
London
Sponsors to date: MWH, Arup, Halcrow, Atkins, Capita Symonds, JBA Consulting, Royal Haskoning, Mouchel

2009

22nd January 2009
Floods and Water Bill
A CIWEM National Conference and CIWEM Rivers and Coastal Group - Winter Meeting
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

10th February 2009
World Wetlands Day Conference 2009
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

11th February 2009
Water Framework Directive – River Basin Management Plans
London
Sponsors to date: Atkins, WRc, Royal Haskoning, RSPB

5th March 2009
Water Conservation
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

24th March 2009
Joint CIWEM/CLG Conference: Water and Planning: Planning Guidance for Water Issues in Sustainable Development
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

3rd-5th April 2009
Rivers and Coastal Group Study Weekend
Southampton University
Topic: ‘Sustaining communities in flood and coastal erosion risk areas?’
Contact hannah.ocallaghan@jbaconsulting.co.uk

29th-30th April 2009
CIWEM's Annual Conference - Water and The Global Environment - BOOKINGS OPEN
Olympia Conference Centre, London
Sponsors to date: MWH, RSK, Hydro International, Environment Agency
Exhibitors to date: Imtech Process
Contact: Justin Taberham (justin@ciwem.org)
More information...

21st May 2009
CIWEM Rivers and Coastal Group - Spring Meeting and AGM
Birmingham
Contact: Kathryn Bell: Kathryn.bell@arup.com

28th May 2009
CIWEM Annual Dinner 2009
Drapers Hall, London
For more information please contact Lorraine Poole: Lorraine@ciwem.org
To view how well the 2008 Annual Dinner went, please click here

May/June 2009
CIWEM/CLG Conference: New Planning Policy to Manage Coastal Erosion Risk
A new PPS to replace PPG20 (Coastal Planning)
Note: This conference will be part of the consultation process undertaken by CLG
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

May/June 2009
Floods and Water Bill/Pitt Report Recommendations
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

3^rd June
Hydrology
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

June 2009
Climate Change and the Water Sector
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

June 2009
Water Framework Directive Update
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

Spring/Summer 2009
Water Industry Technical Conference
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

End of September 2009
A Joint CIWEM/EWA/ASTEE Conference
WFD - Emerging Challenges
Lille, France
Contact: Justin Taberham
Email: Justin@ciwem.org

October/November 2009
Integrated Urban Drainage Management/Surface Water Management
London
Sponsors to date: WRc

October 2009
CIWEM/CLG Conference: New Planning Policy to Manage Coastal Erosion Risk:
Practice Guide
London
Sponsors to date: WRc, Atkins

October/November 2009
PR09/PR14 – Future Plans
London
Sponsors to date: WRc

There are comprehensive sponsorship packages for all the above conferences; please contact Justin Taberham justin@ciwem.org

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The CIWEM Rivers and Coastal Group will be holding a two day technical visit around the Humber Estuary on the 6^th-7^th November. The technical visit is aimed at consultants, local authorities and Environment Agency staff.

The Humber Strategy is the main tool in ensuring that flood risk management in the estuary is a sensitive and flexible process and it is the first of its kind in England and Wales to take a joined up approach. Much can be learned from the Humber Strategy and the aim of this trip is to transfer some of that knowledge.

The technical visit will run from lunchtime on 6^th November to mid-afternoon on the 7^th November 2008. It will be based in Hull and will include overnight accommodation. For more information contact: Kathryn Bell Kathryn.bell@arup.com or check out the website.

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A new Presidential team at CIWEM is helping to achieve a more clean, green and sustainable world. Alastair Moseley has taken over from David Rooke MBE and is joined by Ken Shapland as the new Vice-President and Malcolm White as President-Elect.

Alastair Moseley is the Water Sector Director for international consultant, WSP Group. During his induction speech, Alastair acknowledged the honour of becoming President of CIWEM:

"I am very proud to be taking on the Presidency of what is the world’s largest single professional Institution representing professionals working to create a sustainable built environment and ensure that our natural environment is fit to support and nurture generations to come."

Outside of working hours, Alastair is an active musician, playing clarinet with the Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra. As a result, he wishes to add a musical dimension to CIWEM’s Arts and Environment initiative, saying:

"Music often colours the way we view and interpret what we see and enjoy. Composers have long been inspired by the environment and listening to and enjoying their interpretation can help us increase our empathy with the environment and our desire to protect and nurture it."

Malcolm White, FCIWEM, is based currently in Australia where he is employed as a senior advisor to Connell Wagner’s water business. Ken Shapland is the Environmental Regulation Manager at Severn Trent Water.

The Presidential Inauguration took place at CIWEM’s AGM on Thursday 11^th September. The President’s Award also took place, with the prize going to Professor Andrew Wheatley, FCIWEM.

To read more, go to www.ciwem.org/press.

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Members met at the Institution's AGM in London to consider and vote on an item of Special Business relating to proposals for changes to the Institution's constitution: the Royal Charter and the Bye-laws. In order to introduce those changes a minimum of 75 percent of members 'present and voting' were needed to endorse the proposals.

Although a majority of members supported constitutional change, the required 75 percent majority was not achieved. The vote was as follows: 34 in favour; 15 against; 3 abstentions.

Despite the defeat of the recommendation that the Resolutions be adopted, Council will now take the opportunity for a period of reflection to consider options for future governance arrangements taking heart from the fact that there is widespread understanding and support for the need to change the way CIWEM conducts its affairs. The fact that constitutional change is necessary in order to comply with Charity Commission guidelines and best practice means that the Institution’s Trustees will continue with the task of governance review and maintain dialogue with members about this.

The President, Alastair Moseley, Council and the Executive Director are very grateful to all those members who have taken part in the debate on the future governance of the Institution and looks forward to future discussions on this important matter.

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Hopefully you have seen some of the fantastic coverage that CIWEM’s Environmental Photographer of the Year has received this year. We have had pictures in daily newspapers such as The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian, The Metro (six regional editions) and The London Paper, as well as online galleries on telegraph.co.uk and guardian.co.uk. In fact, the Telegraph’s online gallery proved so popular, with 99,664 hits, they asked us for more pictures.

See the new gallery at www.telegraph.co.uk/news/picturegalleries/earth/2990208/More-entries-in-the-CIWEM-Environmental-Photographer-of-the-Year-competition.html

Don’t forget that you have until 10^th October to see all winning and highly commended entries at the Environmental Photographer of the Year 2008 Exhibition, supported by Oxford Scientific Footage (OSF). Mile End Arts Pavilion is on Clinton Road, London, E3 4QX.

For more information, go to www.ciwem.org/arts/photographer

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CIWEM holds an established successful portfolio of Environmental Awards to celebrate the outstanding achievements of environmental professionals raising awareness of the excellent work environmentalists do. Details of previous winners can be found on the CIWEM website www.ciwem.org/awards/

CIWEM Living Wetlands Award: The 2009 Award closes on 9^th January 2009
The CIWEM Living Wetlands Award recognises multi-functional projects that demonstrate the sustainable use of wetland habitats. The Award was co-founded with RSPB in 2002/3.

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

In addition, it is desirable that projects:

• incorporate active community involvement
• contribute to increases in numbers of breeding wading birds (e.g. redshank, snipe, lapwing) and/or other threatened wetland species
• contribute to the restoration of floodplain functions
• include a programme for education or promotion/dissemination of the work
• constitute a new area of work for the entrant, or add value beyond the normal remit of the organisation

The prize consists of the Mance Memorial Trophy, publicity for the winning scheme, a framed certificate and a cheque for £1,500. The Award will be presented at the CIWEM World Wetlands Day Conference in February and announced at the CIWEM Annual Dinner in 2009.

The CIWEM World of Difference Award sponsored by Black & Veatch: The 2009 Award closes on February 13^th 2009.

The World of Difference Award was established in 2004 as a means of rewarding the leading proponents of the practical application of science and engineering for environmental improvement. The Award focuses on innovation in the environment sector; this can be a product, project, or service that has made a difference. The award is sponsored by leading global engineering, construction and consulting company Black and Veatch.

The Award is international and open to all, with the exception of Black & Veatch projects. The size of the project is immaterial: small projects that make a big difference are encouraged to apply. Submissions in connection with projects/initiatives that have not previously received recognition are encouraged.

To be eligible for the Award, entries must:

• Demonstrate sustainability and a degree of innovation / offer a sustainable solution to a problem
• Make an impact socially and/or technologically
• Be at least at the implementation stage and specific
• Champion the aims and objectives of CIWEM

The Award consists of a specially-commissioned trophy, publicity for the winning project, a framed certificate and a cheque for £3000. The winning project will be outlined in the CIWEM magazine. The winner will be announced and the Award presented at the CIWEM Annual Dinner.

CIWEM Young Members’ Award sponsored by Jacobs: The 2009 Award closes on 16^th January 2009

The CIWEM Young Members’ Award recognises the outstanding contribution to environmental understanding made by a young member of CIWEM.

Entrants must be nominated via a Branch, Group or employer by completing the nomination form which can be found at http://www.ciwem.org/awards/young/index.asp and sending it to Jo Cooper jcooper@ciwem.org along with an outline CV. Entrants must be A CIWEM member (at any level).

Each nomination will be assessed by a panel of judges including representatives of CIWEM and Jacobs as well as independent suitably qualified individuals. Shortlisted nominees will then be invited to undertake a presentation on their chosen topic before the judging panel in London in early 2009. Teleconference facilities will be provided for those unable to attend.The Award comprises of a trophy, a framed certificate, publication of an article in Water and Environment Magazine and a cash prize of £1000. The Award will be presented at the CIWEM Annual Dinner in London in May 2009.

For further details of any of these Awards please contact Jo Cooper jcooper@ciwem.org

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The health, social and economic impacts of major floods are devastating, affecting people’s physical and mental health and disrupting and dispersing communities. Impacts can range from immediate death, injury and harm from contaminated water, through to lasting psychological consequences caused by damaged homes, loss of personal possessions and financial worries.

In a paper published in CIWEM’s new Journal of Flood Risk Management, the health and social impacts of the 2005 Carlisle floods are considered. Around 6,000 residents from 3,500 homes were affected when 200 mm of rain fell in 48 hours, 60,000 homes were cut off from electrical supplies and three people died.

The residents now wish to receive support and practical training from professionals to counsel each other in future floods, ongoing, post-flood information through support centres, as well as an emergency, regulatory body established to oversee renovation periods.

The authors also recommend establishing strong multi-agency working; training highly skilled support centre personnel with local knowledge of the affected community; encouraging and nurturing peer support; and ensuring sustainable funding that recognises the critical need for striking a balance between long-term support and encouraging dependency.

CIWEM’s journal, supported by Arup, MWH and Royal Haskoning and published in partnership with Wiley-Blackwell Publishing, provides an international platform for knowledge sharing and information dissemination across the range of disciplines where flood related research is carried out. The online-only journal will cover topics such as modelling, infrastructure management, hydrology, flood forecasting, land use management, policy and legislation, as well as uncertainty analysis and risk.

The second issue is out now and subscriptions are free for the whole of 2008 via www.floodriskmanagement.org.

For further information on the journal and submitting a paper please contact Lauren Goozee, lauren@ciwem.org

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Nitrous oxide concentrations in the earth’s atmosphere have increased since the industrial revolution. This is of concern as nitrous oxide contributes to global warming and the destruction of the ozone layer. It has 310 times the global warming potential of carbon dioxide and a lifespan of 120 years. Emissions from agricultural soils are considered to account for 70 to 80 percent of the increase.

In a recent paper published CIWEM’s Water and the Environment Journal (WEJ), a life cycle assessment took place on one tonne of wheat transported to port in south-western Australia, including emissions from pre-farm, on-farm and post-farm stages.

A life cycle assessment enables evaluation of environmental impacts for comparative or improvement purposes. This assessment included green house gas emissions from agricultural machinery, fertiliser and pesticide production, diesel use, liming and nitrous oxide emissions from fertiliser applications, grain storage and transportation to port.

Their study found that fertiliser production accounted for a significant portion of the global warming potential (35 percent), followed by on-farm (27 percent) and transportation emissions (12 percent).

As other greenhouse gases can be emitted in agricultural production systems, the authors argue that a holistic approach is needed if the overall impact of agricultural production systems on global greenhouse emissions is to be addressed.

Wiley-Blackwell is delighted to offer CIWEM Members a £20 Special online subscription rate.

With an online subscription to Water and Environment Journal you can:

• Access journal content direct from your desktop
• Search all full-text articles for key-words or phrases to help you find the research you’re looking for
• Receive table of contents e-mail alerts each time a new issue is published, with links to articles online
• Receive OnlineEarly alerts as soon as an article is published online

For details of how to subscribe, click here or visit www.waterandenvironmentjournal.org

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To integrate CIWEM’s diverse policy work a series of Advocacy Plans are being developed for each of the following themes:

• Climate change
• Sustainable land management
• Flood risk management
• Sustainable water and wastewater management

The Advocacy Plans will set out the policy goals the Institution wants to achieve and the strategies that will be pursued to achieve these goals. The plans will identify CIWEM’s existing activities and relationships, potential allies and the targets and agents of change which are likely to help achieve the goals. The intended audiences include the media, international and national policy makers, CIWEM members and the public. The first of these Advocacy Plans, covering global climate change can now be viewed at www.ciwem.org/policy/advocacy_plans/index.asp

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CIWEM knows that faith groups can help overcome the world’s environmental problems. As over 80 percent of the world’s population profess a religious allegiance, CIWEM recognises faith groups as useful partners in helping disseminate pro-environmental messages, influencing attitudes and encouraging behavioural change.

Many faiths share an altruistic focus and a narrative that promotes care for the environment. Members of such groups are often involved in the provision of social care, humanitarian aid and education, so are likely to be receptive to messages invoking moral responsibility for their environmental impacts.

Coinciding with the season of Creationtide, CIWEM has created a web-based resource to help environmental professionals consider why it is worth engaging with faith groups on environmental issues; publicise examples of global best-practice and show how faith groups might get involved in environmental projects or campaigns.

Case studies featured include an inter-faith waste management initiative in Africa, an American Jewish organisation that campaigns on energy and climate change, a grass-roots organisation inspiring Nepal’s Hindus to help clean up a major river, and a Christian organisation looking at the impact of climate and land-use changes on biodiversity.

For more information, go to www.ciwem.org/resources/faiths&environment/index.asp .

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13. Food For Cars, Or Food For People?

With more than 850 million undernourished people in the world today, CIWEM calls for the international community to recognise the effect biofuels are having on food production.

On World Food Day, 16^th October, we must recognise that rising food prices are causing severe hardship and provoking social unrest across the developing world. A recent World Bank report concluded that 65 percent of the rise in food prices is due to biofuel production, with around 100 million tonnes of cereals being diverted away from the hungry. Projected growth in biofuel production to 2030 will require 35 million hectares of land, an area equal to France and Spain combined.

This growth is being driven by a desire for more diverse energy supplies, concerns about climate change and record-high crude oil prices. CIWEM believe that policy makers have a major role in ensuring that bioenergy is developed sustainably, safeguarding food security and ensuring that benefits reach the poor and vulnerable.

To read more, go to www.ciwem.org/press.

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14. World Habitat Day 2008

CIWEM supports the UN’s World Habitat Day on 6^th October, which encourages nations to create a healthy, safe and sustainable world.

Half of humanity is now living in towns and cities, resulting in over crowding, increased crime rates and rising pollution levels. Residents in poor urban districts and slums are also increasingly vulnerable to disasters wrought by climate change.

CIWEM supports the UN’s encouragement of better planning for crime reduction, security of tenure and climate change mitigation. However, CIWEM also believes that we should examine the way we live and address the growth in our population levels. More people living high-consumption lifestyles means faster climate change and an uncertain future for all.

To read more, go to www.ciwem.org/press.

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15. A Day Of Non-Violence

On the UN’s International Day of Non-Violence, CIWEM urges the global community to secure a culture of peace, tolerance and understanding, to prevent the inevitable consequences of war.

Environmental and social damage are unavoidable during times of conflict. The most vulnerable are countries with cross-cultural tensions, historic border disputes and resource shortages.

CIWEM believes that climate change will exacerbate the problem, bringing with it desertification, water shortages, prolonged droughts, coastal erosion, declining arable land, diminishing food stocks and floods. These will cause an increase in migration and territorial conflicts that threaten the stability of regions. The long term health of entire societies and their cultures will be further endangered through limited access to healthcare services, clean water, sanitation and education.

CIWEM wants to spread the message that tolerance, respect for human rights, democracy, sustainable development and cultural diversity are interlinked and mutually reinforcing. CIWEM believes we need to promote dialogue among different cultures and faiths to strengthen mutual understanding between nations.

To read more, go to www.ciwem.org/press.

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16. CIWEM Silk Ties

We have some more CIWEM ties in stock. There are two designs:

1. CIWEM written diagonally across them
2. The CIWEM crest on a navy blue background (a new design based on the original CIWEM tie)

All ties are 100% silk and cost £16 inc VAT + £1 p&p. If you would like to order a tie please send a cheque for £17 or credit card details to Lorraine Poole at CIWEM.

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17. 2009 CIWEM Pocket Diary

Unfortunately we were unable to raise the sponsorship needed for CIWEM’s pocket diary in 2009. We would like to thank all of the sponsors who wanted to support our efforts – hopefully we will achieve our target for 2010.

If you are interested in the opportunity to sponsor the CIWEM 2010 diary please contact Lorraine Poole on lorraine@ciwem.org for further details.

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18. Subscriptions 2009

At the recent AGM of the Institution the following subscriptions were approved by a majority vote of the membership. Subscriptions become due and payable on the 1st January 2009. The increases are based on a 4.2% RPI inflation at the 16^th May 2008 and represent a zero projected surplus for the Institution in line with the current Corporate Plan and Budget.

Retired Subscriptions For 2009
The ceiling for retired members will be £13,000 from earned income.

To give you more choice in the way you pay, you can do so online via the Institution’s website. It’s quick, easy and secure. All you need to do is log on to the Members Area of the website and click ‘Pay your subscriptions’ and give details of your credit/debit card. If you haven’t already registered as a user you can do so by visiting the Members Area and completing the registration process free of charge.

Alternatively you may wish to pay by Direct Debit this year. On receipt of your invoice you will find enclosed the Direct Debit mandate and if you return the completed form in the prepaid envelope by the 15^th November we can process it for your 2009 subscription. Collections are made on the 1^st December and as close to the 5^th January as possible.

If you have any queries or need clarification about your 2009 subscription please contact Membership Administration 020 7831 3110 or email admin@ciwem.org

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19. CIWEM Business and Academic Affiliates

CIWEM is proud to announce the continuing success of its Business and Academic Affiliate membership.

Business and Academic Affiliates now have the full use of CIWEMs logo for promotional material, reduced application fees for their employees when they pursue their individual membership of the Institution, preferential advertising rates and the opportunity to contribute to the CIWEM publications. This has resulted in the number of CIWEM Business and Academic Affiliates growing significantly and the current full list is published below. If you would like any further information on CIWEM Business or Academic Affiliation, please email baa@ciwem.org or call 0207 831 3110

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20. Finding Environmental Careers

From graduate positions to directorships, www.environmentalcareers.org.uk/jobs has jobs for hydrologists, water managers, process engineers, water quality advisors, network modellers, civil engineers, energy consultants, air quality specialists, EIA consultants, aquatic ecologists and environmental engineers.

Companies currently advertising include the Environment Agency, Principal Consulting and Crowder Consulting.

If you would like to find out more about advertising with CIWEM, please contact Michael Linegar at michael@leadmedia.co.uk

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21. CIWEM One-Day Workshops 2008

Preparing for the CIWEM Professional Review – Tuesday 21^st October.
Applicants for Corporate or Associate grades of membership will be required to complete the Professional Review Process. This workshop is designed to help delegates to understand each element of the Professional Review process including Mandatory Competence and application form completion, report preparation and the panel interview.

How to be a CIWEM Mentor – Tuesday 11^th November.
This workshop examines skills required to be a work place Mentor and shows how to apply them in a CIWEM Structured Training Scheme.

Please see http://www.ciwem.org.uk/education/ for further details and registration forms for all workshops. Before registering for a workshop please check availability by calling Tom Owen on 020 7831 3110 or e-mail profdev@ciwem.org

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22. Do you think you have what it takes to make the BBC’s next Planet Earth?

BBC One is looking for nine people to take part in the experience of a lifetime. Encountering extraordinary animals in amazing locations and testing yourself to the limit, this series will culminate with one exceptional individual securing a years placement at the BBC’s award winning, world famous Natural History Unit.

Would your holiday dream involve seeing one of the big five in their natural habitat? Maybe your weekends are spent volunteering at your local wetlands? Are your cupboards crammed with environmental text books and wildlife DVD’s? Do you get up at dawn to catch a song from the rare bittern? Whatever your age and background, as long as you can illustrate your passion for the natural world the BBC want to hear from you.

To apply, please email your name to endsoftheearth@bbc.co.uk and an application form will be emailed to you. Please mention heard about this opportunity from CIWEM.

Deadline for applications is 26/11/08. Successful candidates may spend up to ten weeks away from home in spring 2009.

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23. SiLC Training Day

As a partner in the SiLC scheme, CIWEM would like to make members aware that the next Training Day will take place on Wednesday 12^th November in Leeds.

As part of the development of the SiLC Registration scheme, members of the SiLC Professional and Technical Panel and Assessors Panel will be hosting the training day. This is to provide information about the SiLC assessment process and the completion and use of the Land Condition Record on which the scheme is based. The training day is open to all those who are considering applying to become a SiLC.

The training day will feature presentations from the SiLC Professional and Technical Panel. Peter Witherington from RSK Group and Hugh Mallet from Buro Happold Ltd will provide training and advice to the delegates.

This event will be held on Wednesday 12^th November 2008 at Bewleysl Hotel, Leeds. Registration will begin at 9:30am and the day will finish at 5:00pm.

The costs of attending this event are as follows:
Public Sector £154.00+VAT (£180.95 including VAT) Private Sector £363.00+VAT (£426.25 including VAT)

For full details, including the venue address, and to book online please visit http://www.iema.net.
Alternatively, please call the IEMA Events Team on or e-mail events@iema.net.

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24. Flexible online CPD Courses from the OU

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CIWEM is participating in an international survey, organised by the Professional Associations Research Network, which aims to discover how members of professional bodies feel about the CPD that they do. It asks questions about your attitudes towards CPD, how much and what kind you do, and more specifically it is interested in how you feel about learning online and about universities as CPD suppliers.

Your answers are important as they will help to shape the future of CPD and the direction of online technologies. We really value your opinions, and ask you to please take 15 minutes to complete the survey. Your responses will be reported back to CIWEM anonymously.
This is an important survey which is being sent to approximately 1,000,000 individual professionals.

Have your say at http://www.parnglobal.com/surveys/onlinecpdmemberssurvey.htm

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CIWEM Seminars and Conferences Overseas

CIWEM has been active in arranging for members to be present at a range of events throughout the world. At some of the seminars and conferences CIWEM members have made presentations. For information on all the events CIWEM has organized contra deals with, please contact Emily Poyser at reception@ciwem.org

Water and Energy Exchange (WEX) 2009

The third annual Water and Energy Exchange (WEX) 2009, an international summit for senior professionals in the water, environmental and energy sectors, will be held on 28^th & 29^th January 2009 in Marbella, Spain.

WEX addresses the challenges and opportunities brought about from population pressure and climate change, providing a framework for solutions that transcend national and professional boundaries. Focusing on collaboration and practical application, WEX is an action-oriented summit combining a world-class conference agenda with a bespoke package of 1:1 pre-scheduled meetings for each delegate, resulting in new strategic partnerships, relationships and real-time contracts. This is all supported by an agenda of organised networking functions, including cocktail receptions, themed networking lunches and the WEX Gala Dinner on the final night.

CIWEM is a supporting organisation and will be chairing one of the main sessions. For further information about WEX please contact Cecilia Liszka at cl@buildingonbusiness.com

Water Sector Opportunities in Poland, India, China, Turkey and Egypt

UK Trade & Investment (UKT&I) and the water industry trade body British Water are running to series of visits to different countries to explore the water sector opportunities. The visits are:

TURKEY – Monday 13^th October – Friday 17^th October, visiting Istanbul and Ankara. The visit will include seminars in both cities;
EGYPT – Sunday 2^nd November – Thursday 6^th November, visiting Cairo and Alexandria. Seminars will be held in each city;
CHINA – Sunday 16^th November – Tuesday 25^th November, visiting Shanghai, Hefei (Anhui Province), Nanchang (Jiangxi Province), Fuzhou (Fujian Province)

There are major opportunities in each country. Poland and Turkey are investing heavily in the water sector driven by EU legislation and China, India and Egypt have embarked on significant investment programmes in their own countries. The visits will provide an excellent opportunity to meet the key water sector contacts. For further information contact Lila Webley at lila.webley@britishwater.co.uk or Jeremy Goad (UK Trade & Investment) at Jeremy.goad@gtnet.gov.uk

details of all of the visits: http://www.britishwater.co.uk/how_we_do_it/events_and_exhibitions.aspx.

UNFCCC – Climate Change Convention

Paul Horton and Geoff Darch attended the UNFCCC meeting in Bonn in June and held discussions with the secretariat about inputting into the Nairobi Work Programme, the technical work programme focused on adaption issues. The UNFCCC secretariat explained that they need input from professional organizations who have members with a wide range of experience.

The next stage for CIWEM will be to develop a Climate Change Network (CCN), which has been mentioned previously. The network could then act as a focal point, bringing together members who are working in the area or for whom climate change is a key issue. The network should include people from across government, consultancy, companies etc and across the globe. It would also be important to have a 'climate change champion' within each CIWEM panel, branch and/or region, with the aim of pulling together the expertise and developing CIWEM responses to some of the key issues being discussed by the UNFCCC secretariat.

As a professional organization, CIWEM has a remit to develop member awareness and skills and bring people together to solve or try and solve issues. This network will also support the advocacy work being undertaken by CIWEM in the area of climate change (see http://www.ciwem.org/policy/advocacy_plans/index.asp).

Do you want to be part of the CIWEM Climate Change Network (CCN) and input directly to the UNFCCC? Then contact Paul Horton – paul@ciwem.org

European Water Association

The EWA is now in Brussels – The European Water Association has set-up a Brussels office which will allow for much greater interaction with the European Commission. An EWA representative has been appointed and the office will be formally opened at a launch event on 3^rd November.

4^th EWA Brussels Conference on 4^th of November 2008, Brussels, Belgium,
"European Water Management and the Economic Aspects of the Water Framework Directive"
The 4^th EWA Brussels Conference on the Economic Aspects of the Water Framework Directive is coming closer. Our 3rd Brussels Conference on adaptation to the effects Climate Change continued the success of this recently established feature of the conference programme with more than 110 high level participants. This year we further explore the implementation of sustainable water management and the Water Framework Directive by considering the associated economic aspects and approaches. The conference, organised in cooperation with the European Commission, will include a keynote address by the Head of Sector Water Protection, DG Environment, contributions from experts in the field and end with a Panel Discussion with all speakers participating.

www.EWA-online.eu under EVENTS, for more information and registration contact: Boryana Hristova,
E-mail: Hristova@EWA-online.eu
Tel. and Fax. +49 2242 872 135

EWA Yearbook
Please note that the EWA has produced the latest edition of it’s Yearbook with articles about key issues in Europe, EU policy, climate change and information each of the EWA member organizations, the yearbook is a good read. To obtain a copy please contact Boryana Hristova at the e-mail address above.

EWA Bulgaria Water Sector Capacity Building Conference
This year from 27 to 28 November 2008, The European Water Association, together with the Bulgarian Water Association and the German Water, Wastewater and Waste Association, organises a Workshop on „Capacity Development in the Water Sector“. The workshop will take place in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Capacity development is the key to development effectiveness. For development to be effective strengthening local institutions and changing institutional practices, investing and building on human capital become vitally important.
This workshop is targeted to water utilities and to representatives of the respective governmental institutions. In the case studies presented and the experience shared with other EU and Balkan countries on the matter will lead to fruitful discussions and better development planning.

For more information contact: Boryana Hristova, Management Assistant EWA
Tel:
Fax: <SKYPETMPTAG1/>

or

Boycho Boychev, Secretary, International Relations, BWA
phone/fax:
email: bawk1@uacg.bg , bawk@mail.prosoft.bg

More information you can find under:
http://213.216.6.172/portale/ewa/ewa.nsf/home?readform&objectid=4BAD3B1A622C3CEDC12572B4004245DF

World Water Forum – Istanbul March 2009

The World Water Forum is the main water-related event in the world, aimed at putting water firmly on the inter- national agenda. A stepping stone towards global collaboration on water problems, the Forum offers the water community and policy-and-decision- makers from all over the world the unique opportunity to come together to create links, debate and attempts to find solutions to achieve water security.
The 5th World Water Forum will be held in Istanbul, Turkey, from 16 to 22 March 2009, see http://www.worldwaterforum5.org/

There is a thematic process based around 6 key themes, a political process that brings together politicians from national and local government, plus the elected parliamentarians. Linked to these two areas is the regional process, where each region of the world presents on the issues and challenges facing them. CIWEM through the European Water Association (EWA) is involved in preparing the input to the European Regional Process (ERP) of the 5^th World Water Forum. The co-ordinator for the European ERP is Harro Riedstra of the European Water Partnership and if you want to be input into the ERP then he can be contacted via h.riedstra@ewp.eu

Part of the world Water Forum is a list of 100 questions which the event aims to answer and any body can input directly into this process via the web-site listed above.

The EWP will on the 5th November be holding a European Policy Summit on Water, dedicated to the themes of the European Regional Process. Further details can be obtained from Harro Riedstra at h.riedstra@ewp.eu

European Federation of Associations of Environmental Professionals (EFAEP)
EFAEP as part of it’s General Assembly recently held a conference looking at the whole issue of Biofuels. One of the outcomes of the event is that EFAEP will establish a Biofuels working group and prepare a position paper that will be submitted to the European Commission. A full set of the Biofuels presentations can be downloaded from the Efaep web-site.

EFAEP has also launched a new version of it’s web-site see www.efaep.org and it has updated the European Network of Environmental Professionals web-site. CIWEM members can register their details and expertise through this web-site, see http://www.environmentalprofessionals.eu/

Commercial Skills Improvement – British Water is running a series of seminars aimed at enhancing the commercial knowledge of people working in the water sector. The events are aimed at people from water companies, suppliers, contractors, consultants, the sector as a whole and the next four events will focus on i) Essentials of Contract Law; ii) Commercial Awareness; iii) Essential Negotiation Skills; iv) Joint Ventures. Each seminar will allow for interaction and provide an opportunity for networking.
Further details can be obtained from Laura Murray at laura.murray@britishwater.co.uk or directly from www.britishwater.co.uk/Event/Detail.aspx?uid=6fca9cad-af43-45db-8616-41798be7a501

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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 so on the Institution’s website at www.ciwem.org/policy/consultation

Current consultations:

CIWEM is preparing responses to the following consultations and would welcome any views CIWEM members may wish to express with regard to these. Please send your comments to Alastair Chisholm, email Alastair@ciwem.org by the date specified.

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on promoting property-level flood protection and resilience
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/flood-protection/
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 27/10/08

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on a policy statement on appraisal for flooding and coastal erosion risk management
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/flood-appraisal/index.htm
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 27/10/08

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
A consultation on revised waste exemptions from environmental permitting
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/waste-exemption-review/index.htm
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 17/10/08

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on The Private Water Supplies (England) Regulations 2008
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/private-watersupplies/
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 20/10/08

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on waste incentive schemes: draft recycling service guidance
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/recycling-service/
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 10/11/08

Environment Agency
Standard rules for the Environmental Permitting Regulations
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/yourenv/consultations/2104442/?version=1&lang=_e
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 07/11/08

Scottish Government
Implementing the Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003: Proposals for Assessing the Status of Scotland's Water Environment - A Consultation
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/09/04113207/0
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 10/10/08

Scottish Government
Adapting Our Ways: Managing Scotland's Climate Risk: Consultation to inform Scotland's Climate Change Adaptation Framework
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/06/23113244/0
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 24/10/08

Scottish Government
Scottish Aquaculture: A Fresh Start: A Consultation on a Renewed Strategic Framework for Scottish Aquaculture
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/08/06103512/0
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 27/10/08

Scottish Government
Consultation on provisions relating to Muirburn Dates
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2008/08/Muirburn
Contact Alastair@ciwem.org by 07/11/08

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If you're looking to ensure compliance with environmental legislation and policy and you are already certified or seeking ISO 14001 or EMAS standards, then the ENDS Legal Compliance MANAGER provides all the information and tools to help Environmental Professionals better understand, manage and systematically keep up-to-date with environmental law. Updated daily it contains access to over 10,000 original international, EU and national legislation, guidance and policy documents.

The Legal Register Tool will provide you with the ability to gather, in one place, a list of all relevant environmental Legislation and Guidance applicable to your organisation to form your personalised Legal Register, as well as, allow you to add your own compliance notes alongside each entry.

To take a free trial simply go towww.endscompliance.com (needs to link through to www.endscompliance.com/ENDSApp/Login.aspx?DCMP=EMC-ciwem) or to discuss CIWEM members discount subscription rates, please contact or email subs@endscompliance.com

"The ENDS Legal Compliance Manager is an excellent guide for the latest UK legislation and policy and enables our company to keep up to date easily and with little additional resource. A great tool for any business."
Fiona Ball, Head of Environment, BskyB

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Recruiting Reviewers
Water and Environment Journal is welcoming applications from reviewers with suitable expertise in a subject within the scope of water and environmental management. Reviewers enjoy free online access to WEJ for one year and a 20% discount on Blackwell books. For more information or to submit your CV please contact Joanna Cooper, jcooper@ciwem.org.

CIWEM Technical Panels
CIWEM’s Technical Panels help the Institution to inform its policies on the issues of the day, and to develop high quality technical outputs such as consultation responses, conferences and publications. If you would be interested in getting involved then we would be interested in hearing from you. Please visit www.ciwem.org/policy/panels/Panels_Flyer2.doc or email Justin Taberham, Director of Policy for further information (Justin@ciwem.org)

CIWEM Professionals Directory
Whether you are searching for an expert in dams or drainage, flood risk assessment or fish passes, the Professionals’ Directory can help. This free service allows users to search over forty areas of expertise within the sector and tailor searches to a specific global geographic region. Go to http://www.ciwem.org/directory/ to explore the search function.

Interested in joining the Directory? For more information please visit http://www.ciwem.org/directory/join/

Business and Academic Affiliates receive a considerable discount on Professionals Directory membership as well as a number of other benefits, for further information please visit: http://www.ciwem.org/membership/affiliation/

Sale of Publications
We have a selection of CIWEM publications available at discounted prices, including CIWEM conference proceedings. For more information please visit: http://www.ciwem.org/publications/books/ or contact Jo Cooper jcooper@ciwem.org.

We are also selling a selection of non-CIWEM books, journals, conference proceedings and other miscellaneous publications. Topics 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: www.ciwem.org/publications/book_sale.asp.

Have Your Say
59 percent of respondents to the latest CIWEM web poll believed that the credit crunch will hamper rather than help, the shift to ‘greener’ lifestyles. This month we’re asking you: Is the public sufficiently aware of appropriate behavioural responses to flood warnings? Vote at www.ciwem.org (bottom of left-hand menu).

Discounted Software for CIWEM Members
CIWEM has teamed up Citnexus, a leading provider of software to Education, Charities and Professional bodies, to offer members great discounts on top name software. Some of the offers available include Windows Vista Business, £123.38 and Office Professional Plus 2007 only £182.13. Great savings are also available on other Microsoft products plus AVG, Filemaker, Quickbooks, eXPert PDF and TurboCAD. Please go to the CIWEM Members Area www.ciwem.org/members/ for more information.

Are you keeping your CPD record up to date?
All Members, Fellows and Associates of CIWEM are obliged to keep a record of their Continuing Professional Development, the current requirement for CPD is 30 hours a year. This message is particularly important for Chartered Scientists who will be asked to present their CPD record to revalidate their CSci designation after 5 years.

You can record and update your CPD online via the members area of the website at www.ciwem.org/members

For more information on how to record CPD please visit
www.ciwem.org/education/development/#Recording

Chartered Scientists: Keep your CPD Up to Date
In order to revalidate their CSci designation, all Chartered Scientists will be required to submit their CPD record in advance of the 5 year renewal date. We will be contacting all Chartered Scientists prior to their renewal date to ask for their CPD submission.

CIWEM Members Area
We would like to remind all our members that you can use the online CIWEM Members Area to:

• Pay your subscriptions and print receipts
• Log and maintain your CPD online
• Update addresses and personal details

The Members Area can be located at www.ciwem.org/members and registration is quick and simple.

Membership Helpdesk
The CIWEM Membership helpdesk operates from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm and is available to answer all your queries pertaining to membership and guide you through the membership application process.

if you have any queries give us a call on 0207 831 3110 and see if we can make CIWEM more accessible to you?

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, it comfortably seats up to 15 people and is ideal for small meetings.

For further information, contact CIWEM on 0207 831 3110, reception@ciwem.org or visit www.ciwem.org.uk/about/meeting.asp

Society for the Environment
The Society for the Environment (SocEnv) is the independent body that regulates the award of the Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) qualification. The SocEnv Newsletter carries important information for CEnvs and those interested in the Society. For the latest newsletter, go to www.socenv.org.uk/news-and-press-release/socenv-newsletter

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The awards recognise and reward best practice in sustainability now in their 8th year running. The Sustainable City Awards are run in partnership with 20 organisations, including livery companies, trade bodies, voluntary sector organisations and businesses. Representatives from each of these organisations join the judging panel to select winners and runners-up across the award categories.

The award categories are: Sustainable Finance, Sustainable Travel and Transport, Tackling Climate Change, Resource Conservation, Sustainable Building, Access to Goods and Services for Disadvantaged Communities, Sustainable Procurement, Environmental Management in SMEs and, for the first time, Sustainable Catering.

Entries are welcomed from business, public and voluntary sector organisations. The closing date for entries is 5 December 2008. The winners, runners up and shortlisted organisations will be announced at the award ceremony in Mansion House on 19 February 2009.

For more information and an application pack, please visit our website www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/sca or contact us at sca@cityoflondon.gov.uk

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RE:Fashion is a brand new fashion phenomenon, set to transform social and environmental standards in the fashion industry within a decade.

The RE:Fashion Awards will take place on 13th November 2008 in London, celebrating people and organisations who have taken great strides in tackling poverty, healing the environment, and changing consumer attitudes towards ethical fashion.

High profile partners include Hilary Alexander, Fashion Editor of The Telegraph, Jane Shepherdson, Anna Orsini of British Fashion Council and designer Katharine Hamnett. A selection of the world’s most innovative and highly respected designers will showcase one-off pieces made from sustainable materials in a 27-piece catwalk finale. A few of the designers involved include Preen, Marios Schwab, Ann-Sofie Back and Todd Lynn.

CIWEM is sponsoring the RE:PEOPLE AWARD 2008 which is open to any fashion, textiles or accessories designer or business. This award focuses upon businesses and initiatives which have changed the lives of the people and the communities involved in their supply chain and which have the potential to achieve even more progressive social change. Judges will be looking for innovation around raising social standards in the fashion industry, while still making high quality products. This could include fair trade practices, improved wages, working conditions, workers’ empowerment, and programs to build sustainable livelihoods.

For more information, go to www.refashionawards.org.

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The ERA Foundation Entrepreneurs Award encourages and rewards academic staff and researchers who are at an early stage in their career. The scheme provides winners with a personal cash prize of £10,000, an award of £30,000 to be invested in the development of the proposal with a mentor to assist and the opportunity to access additional development capital. The competition is relevant to a wide range of disciplines that involve electro-technologies. This may include electrical and electronic engineering, aspects of biomedical engineering, optics and optical engineering, instrumental IT and materials related to electro-technology.

For more information, go to www.raeng.org.uk/era. Applications have to be received by Thursday 30^th October 2008.

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Wednesday, 4th March 2009
Society of Chemical Industry (SCI), London
www.bsigroup.com/BS8550event
maggi@maggichurchouseevents.co.uk

BS 8550 Guide to auditing of water quality sampling will provide independent water auditors and regulators with a tool which sets out the minimum standards of good practice to provide data users with the confidence that the information generated has been collected with the minimum of errors from sampling procedures. The event is intended to present the background to the development of the standard and the results of field trials carried out prior to the publication of the draft for public comment.

The event will be of interest to

• Water industry (including the environment agency)
• Environmental health officers
• HSE specialists
• Water management companies
• Facilities management companies
• Consulting engineers
• Geotechnical engineers
• Hydrogeological consultants
• University departments involved in field studies
• Power generators and other peripheral organizations with a water trade affinity

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13th European Biosolids and Organic Resources Conference, Exhibition and Workshop
10-12th November 2008, Manchester
Abstract submission deadline: 30th June 2008
Submit to Frances at franceseldon@aquaenviro.co.uk
For full details of the conference please visit www.european-biosolids.com

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Every month CIWEM supports a number of events arranged by other organisations that we feel our members will be interested in. Sometimes we are able to negotiate a discount for members so do check before booking. We would like to know what members think of our supported events they attend, so please submit a short round up of the event and its outputs to be printed in CIWEM Business Briefings by emailing emily@ciwem.org.

To keep up to date with the latest events, go towww.ciwem.org/events/supported_events

14th-16th October 2008
Water Tech Asia
Shanghai Marriott Hotel Hongqiao, China

With concerns building over the world's supply of drinking water, there has been a general trend toward more cost-effective water technology in the world especially in the huge China water market. Water Tech Asia 2008 will be convened from October 14th to 16th by Global Leaders Institute and Shanghai Society of Hydraulic Engineering, supported by European Desalination Society and CIWEM.

Water Tech Asia 2008 is aiming to accelerate the sustainable development of water resources. It will draw on key industry leaders to exchange their ideas about the cutting-edge water technologies as well as share their vision and practical strategies with the rapid development of technology in the Asia-Pacific Region. It also allows water practitioners to gain valuable insight into the development trends as well as opportunities and challenges in water industry. This is the highest level water business conference in China this year and the unparalleled speakers lineup will bring you an excellence water technology tour!

www.watertechsummit.com

15th October 2008
Bioresources to Land: Managing the Nutrient Cycle
The Royal Academy of Engineering in London

This intensive one-day conference, organised on behalf of the Sustainable Organic Resources Partnership (SORP), has been designed to provide a forum and opportunity to consider and discuss the significant technical and regulatory developments that have occurred recently concerning the management and recycling of nutrients applied to agricultural land in bioresources. Expert speakers have been invited to talk on the key areas and developments affecting the recycling of nutrients to land in bioresources. These cover policy and strategic issues, the agronomic properties of bioresources and their management as effective fertiliser replacements.

Confirmed Speakers:
Jiggy Lloyd, Associate, Green Alliance
Peter Dampney, ADAS
Michael Payne, adviser to the NFU
Prof Brian Chambers, Senior Principal Scientist, ADAS
Dr David Chadwick, Principal Researcher, IGER
Dr Stephen R Smith, Imperial College London
Bryan Lewens, Andigestion Ltd
Dr Neil McIntyre, Imperial College London
Dr Paul Withers, ADAS
Diane Mitchell, Chief Environment Adviser, NFU
Professor Keith Goulding, Head of Department of Soil Science, Rothamsted Research
Dr Fiona Nicholson, ADAS

For full details and to view the conference programme please follow this link http://www.aqua-enviro.net/calendar_detail.asp?id=114

21 October 2008
The Ends Report National Waste Conference
The Ibis Earls Court, London

Ensure Full Legislative Compliance, Green Your Supply Chain And Engage Staff To Cost-Effectively Minimise Waste & Maximise Recycling In Your Business For A Strong Corporate Image

Environmental policy and consumer awareness have come a long way and waste reduction and recycling are now expected to be part of any corporate agenda. As a business, ignorance is no longer an option. The Ends Report’s inaugural ‘National Waste Conference’ allows you to move from the theory to the practice to implement economically-viable waste reduction and recycling strategies which not only avoid landfill and comply with regulations but boost your green credentials.

Book online www.endswasteconference.com or call 020 7267 4011 for further details.

21st October 2008
Soil Management for Biodiversity
SCI London

The meeting will be of interest to anyone involved in habitat creation, restoration or translocation projects ,whether in the design and implementation of the scheme ,research into the important soil functions or from a planning/policy prospective. The meeting will open by providing an overview of the draft soil strategy for England and of soil biodiversity and its relationship with above ground communities.

• CIWEM members can register at www.soci.org or by contacting Dr Jim Gauld (IPSS administrator) at j.gauld@macaulay.ac.uk

21st and 22nd October 2008
Futuropolis, 2058, Singapore

Today, one truth is undeniable. Cities must change radically to achieve long-term sustainability. Dwindling resources, climate change and growing urban populations continue to add pressure to energy requirements, food and water sources, transportation systems and basic infrastructure.
So where do the answers lie when creating sustainable urban environments of the future?
It is our belief that innovation in science and technology, partnered with the next phase of urban management will power ideas to change attitudes, lives and ultimately, the world. Bringing together thought-leaders in sustainability issues across various disciplines, only at Futuropolis 2058 will you discover how to be a part of the dynamic incubation processes that are positively impacting the future of cities.

Hear contributions from Michio Kaku, Gordon Bell, Richard Register, Greg Foliente, One Earth Initiative, Huston Eubank and more!

• Receive a 15% discount if you register for this world-changing event – exclusive to CIWEM members!

www.futureofcities.com

22nd October 2008
Emerging Technologies in Environmental Measurements Conference
The Edge, Sheffield

In response to this growing need for robust environmental measurement technologies, and to drive forward the Environmental KTN’s activities in its Rapid Measurement Tools and Environmental Monitoring and Forensics Priority Technology Areas, the Environmental KTN, in collaboration with the Sensors and Instrumentation KTN, is organising a one-day conference to discuss advances in Environmental Measurements.

The Emerging Technologies in Environmental Measurements Conference will focus on enhancing the dialogue between industry and academia in order to further the development and uptake of fit-for-purpose environmental measurement technologies. The conference will present emerging technologies within the environmental measurements field whilst also providing a platform to discuss the opportunities through which the key barriers that are inhibiting the uptake of these technologies can be overcome.

www.environmental-ktn.com

23rd October 2008
SLUDGE 2008 – technologies for sewage sludge reduction
France

Municipal engineers will share their experience with waste water treatment sludge reduction technologies at the SLUDGE 2008 international conference.

A number of reduction processes have been implemented since year 2000, either for reducing the outfall of surplus sludge or for enhancing biogas production. Time has come for evaluating the benefits brought to the community. This unique event presents most technologies operated to date in Europe. Overall environmental benefits and impacts are addressed for the technologies and for the associated treatment lines: waste reduction or recovery, energy balance, greenhouse gas emissions, side effects to the water treatment line, ... . Economic aspects are included.

The conference balances the perspectives of administrations, of technology providers and of municipal engineers. Simultaneous translation is provided in English and in French. Posters complement the plenary session.

100 euros ( 80 euros for CIWEM members )
Click here for information

23 October 2008
Land Conference Policy, Practice, Profits
EIC National Brownfield Development Conference and Exhibition
Royal College of Surgeons, London WC2

This event has been established as the leading national forum for all those involved in brownfield development. The conference brings together the leading policy makers and practioners to set out the key drivers of brownfield development and how to make the most of developments in the regulatory regime. Featuring keynote speeches by Minister for Local Environmental Quality, Jonathan Shaw MP; Sir Bob Kerslake, Chief Executive of the new Homes and Communities Agency and Roger Madelin, Chief Executive of Argent.

www.eic-uk.co.uk/land2008.cfm

10% Discount for all CIWEM members, when booking use promotional code CIWEM802

26th-27th October 2008
Global Water Congress 2008
Officially endorsed by: Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
Dubai, U.A.E.

www.globalwatercongress.com

Global Water Management Congress, officially hosted by Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), is hosting up to 150 extensively prequalified decision makers from industries and municipalities who are actively looking for innovative water management solutions.

Event highlight:

• 26th October 2008 : 09:10 – 09:30
  - Opening Speech by H.E. Saeed Mohamed Al Tayer, CEO & MD, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
• 27th October 2008 : 09:00 – 09:20
  - Keynote speech on 'Sustainability & Environmental Issues' by H.E. Dr. Rashid Ahmed bin Fahd, Minister of Ministry of Environment & Water, UAE

27th - 28th October 2008
Sustainable Innovation 08
Future Products, Technologies and Industries
13th International Conference
Malmö University, Malmo, Sweden

http://www.cfsd.org.uk/events/tspd13/index.html

27-28 October 2008
2008 China International Exhibition on Water Treatment Chemicals
Shanghai Mart, China

This event is organized by China National Chemical Information Center and China Functional Polymer Industry Association. The previous exhibition had a floor area of over 10,000 m2 and enterprises participating in the exhibition came from over 10 countries and regions of the world.
There were more than 200 domestic and foreign exhibitors. Well-known enterprises such as Ashland, Mitsubishi Chemical, Mitsui Chemical, SNF of France, Dow Chemical, Dow Corning, Mitsui & Co., Ltd., 3F Chmica S.P.A of Italy, Sree Rayalaseema of India, Kolon of Korea, Beijing Hengju, Anhui Tianrun, Shandong Baomo, Beijing Tianqing, Changzhou Kewei and Connect all participated in the exhibition.

It covers more than 20 sectors such as oilfield, petrochemical, papermaking, metallurgical, power, textile, food, detergent, coal mine and municipal sewage sectors. China Papermaking chemicals Industry surfactants Exhibition will be held at he same time.

Please see http://www.chem7.cn for more details or email the event co-ordinator lijiang@icif.cn

27th - 31st October 2008
MWWD 2008- the 5th International Conference on Marine Waste Water Discharges and Coastal Environment
Cavtat (Dubrovnik, Croatia).

Information on the Conference can be found at www.mwwd.org.
CIWEM members will be granted the discount on the conference fees as for the other associations.

• To claim discount please contact evrim.derun@mwwd.org stating CIWEM.

28th– 30th October 2008
Algeria Electricity and Water Expo 2008
Palais Des Expositions d’Alger – Algiers, Algeria

Considered as the most important event of the year in the Algerian electricity and water industries, the 4th Algeria Electricity and Water Expo 2008 will take place at Palais Des Expositions Centre in Algerian capital Algiers on October 28-30, 2008.

This is the Algerian electricity and water industries' biggest playing field. To be a player, join the game. Build your network now and create businesses with.

• Key government decision-makers
• Buyers, importers and manufacturers looking for new products and suppliers
• Retailers searching for the hottest products
• Businessmen and importers seeking mutually profitable partnerships
• Wholesalers and distributors looking to strike deals with manufacturers and exporters
• Importers seeking to acquire exclusive distribution rights in Algeria
• Media representatives in search of information on trends and hot products in emerging markets

http://www.new-fields.com/aew2008/index.php.

• Reserve a space now and get an exclusive 5% discount on exhibition fee (for CIWEM members and subscribers only).

3rd-6th November 2008
ISWA/WMRAS World Congress
Singapore

The ISWA/WMRAS World Congress 2008, will be staged for the first time in South East Asia at the Suntec Singapore from 3rd to 6th November 2008. A premier World event focused on Solid Waste Management, it will feature practitioners and leaders with valuable insights and practical experiences. Nearly 1,000 participants are expected to attend from over 50 countries with multiple technical sessions focused on solid waste management. The event promises a unique opportunity for delegates to gain insights into waste management challenges and opportunities in Asia, with a strong emphasis on environmental development, products and services.
This event is organised by the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA), Waste Management and Recycling Association of Singapore (WMRAS) and the National Environment Agency (NEA) Singapore. The Congress and Exhibition will be the authoritative networking platform for the government and municipal authorities, private sector, manufacturers, consultants, industry players and other qualified decision makers from around the region.

www.iswa2008.org

4th November 2008
Legionella Update "Just when you thought it was safe to get out for the shower"
The Royal Institute of Public Health, Portland Place, London
This conference brings together key experts from the Health Protection Agency, the Federation of Tour Operators and the Building Research Establishment to consider the many facets of Legionnaires' disease and the challenges for the public health community.

For more information and a booking form visit www.riph.org.uk or contact Jennifer Tatman on 020 7291 8353 or jtatman@riph.org.uk

5th and 6th November 2008
WWEM 2008
Telford International Centre
WWEM will be one of the world’s largest event of its kind, with a high level Conference, a Gala MCERTS Presentation Dinner, 70 workshops and over 100 exhibitors all focusing on the testing and monitoring of water.
Heavily supported by the Environment Agency, the main Conference will cover themes such as:

• The Environment Agency and the modernisation of regulation
• MCERTS flow inspection- benefits for process operators
• Cost effective self monitoring – use of instrumentation and test kits
• A new MCERTS scheme for laboratory water analysis
• MCERTS soils schemes and the importance of sampling
• Open channel flow - views of the Flow Club
• Effluent monitoring in line with MCERTS
• Process optimisation
• The cost of getting it wrong

Entry to WWEM 2008 will be free to all Pre-Registered visitors (saving a daily admission fee of £20)Registration is now available at www.wwem.uk.com.

13th - 14th November 2008
Green Manufacturing India 2008
Mumbai, India

This exclusive 2 day conference is a must to discover the latest going green strategies, and success stories from major international companies, and experts in implementing environmental strategies.
Key Topics:

• India aiming to be the green manufacturing hub in the world - An overview
• Achieving excellence in manufacturing through an optimized green supply chain management GSCM
• Minimising operations negative affects to the environment through the ISO 14000 - the environmental management standards (EMS)
• Managing and producing products, which operates without emissions/pollution while operating through strategic and new Zero-emissions standards
• Improving operational cost and energy consumption through effective Cleantech strategy

Special Offer for CIWEM members: Enjoy a 10% discount when you register with Ms Carmen Lau.
For more details, please visit www.marcusevans.com or contact Carmen Lau at +603 2723 6748 (CarmenL@marcusevans.com)

14 – 16th November 2008
IPVS 2008
HITEX Exhibition Centre, India

IPVS – A focused Exhibition on Industrial Pumps, Valves & Systems in South East Asia. It is the only exhibition which will showcase products related to Industrial Pumps, Valves and Process Systems. The focus industry for this year at IPVS will be Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, and Pharmaceuticals.
Many enterprises like foundries, moulders & Manufacturers of components & sub-systems such as mechanical seals etc are already providing technical competent, skilled & qualified outsourcing option to International Manufacturers of Pumps, valves & Process Plant Systems. This exhibition will provide the much - needed platform for showcasing Indian capabilities & the latest developments & trends around the world in all these & the related areas.
Alongside the exhibition there will be international conference which will be organised by IPMA – Indian Pump Manufactures Association.
http://www.pumpsandsystemsindia.com

14th-16th November 2008
Les Respirations d'Enghien 2008
Casino Barriere, Enghien-les-Bains

For four years, Les Respirations d’Enghien has brought together doctors, scientists, academics, politicians, business leaders and the general public in an international congress focusing specifically on air quality and the corollary questions regarding health, the global economy and the future.
This year, we address another vital concern for the global community: water.
Les Respirations is a 3 day congress (Fri. Nov. 14 - Sun. Nov. 16, 2008). It includes:

• an Air and Water Forum: papers are presented by leading scientists, academics, business professionals, politicians and environmental technologists
• a medical congress: programs directed at both specialists and general practitioners
• The Oxygen and h2O Awards: Awards presented for organisations, cities and companies excelling in air and water quality management
• a Gala Charity Dinner: ‘climate change refugees’ as beneficiaries.

www.lesrespirations.com

17th November 2008
Environmental Law: the New Regulatory Regime
Central London

10% discount for CIWEM members – contact ailsa.hardy@lexisnexis.co.uk for further details

Butterworths® Environmental Law: the New Regulatory Regime is a one day conference that will update you on all of the recent case law and legislative developments that will impact on your day to day practice.

Chaired by Ross Fairley of Burges Salmon, policy makers and environmental law experts will give you practical advice on the key changes including:

• The Environmental Permitting regime – Peter Kellett, Environmental Agency
• The Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Act – Professor Richard Macrory, UCL
• The latest environmental case law – Lord Daniel Brennan QC, Matrix Chambers
• The Environmental Damage Regulations – Valerie Fogleman, Stevens & Bolton
• Combating climate change – Richard Wald and James Burton, 39 Essex Street
• REACH pre-registration and the UK draft regulations – William Wilson, Burges Salmon
• Producer responsibility and WEEE – Paul Watchman, Dewey & LeBoeuf

Book now: www.conferencesandtraining.com/environmental or call Ailsa Hardy on 020 7400 2733 for further details.

19-21st November 2008
Sustainable Manufacturing Summit Europe
Brussels

How can you cut costs while becoming more sustainable? This is one of the central questions to be answered at the Sustainable Manufacturing Summit Europe. Over 15 top companies are confirmed to speak at this conference which looks at best practices in sustainable manufacturing from design through to consumption.

Speakers include senior sustainability professionals from:
HP * BASF * Van Houtum Papier * Toyota * Unilever * Cisco * Coca-Cola * Canon * KPMG * Volvo * Nokia * STMicroelectronics and more.

The event also includes a special session on how companies are measuring and cutting water use with representatives from Unilever, Coca-Cola and the European Water Partners presenting. Delegates are also invited to participate in the 2008 EMAS awards on the evening of November 20th.

• CIWEM members get a discount of 20% by typing “csr20” into the discount code box when booking online or quote "csr20" when booking by phone or fax

For more information, please download the event brochure or visit the event web site at:
http://www.greenpowerconferences.com/corporateclimateresponse/sms_europe.html

24th & 25th November
Energy from Waste
Crowne Plaza Hotel – St James, London

This conference will bring together leading industry experts from across the UK to discuss commercial opportunities & financing strategies for the energy from waste market place.
A unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, including...

• Peter Bachsleitner, Director of Strategy & Stakeholder Management, E.ON UK
• Tony Grimshaw, Project Director, Energos
• David Barr, Vice President, Environmental Practice, Marsh
• Etienne Gabel, Senior Consultant, ICF International
• Michael Duggan, Head of Renewables Obligation Team, BERR
• Joe Schwager, Managing Director, Juniper Consultancy Services Ltd
• Ammar Al Tabbaa, Senior Associate, Simmons & Simmons
• John Twitchen, Managing Director, Sauce Consultancy
• Arturo Castillo - Castillo, Research Associate, Imperial College London
• Dane Wilkins, Director, Renewable Energy Team, Ernst & Young
• Gaynor Hartnell, Deputy Director, Renewable Energy Association
• Nick Balmer, Business Development Manager, Edmund Nuttal

Key topics include:
The rise of merchant plants
Procurement and financing energy from waste
Cost effectiveness for local authorities
Economic drivers
The Renewables Obligation certificate
Directives and the legal framework
To view the complete programme please visit www.smi-online.co.uk/energywaste11.asp

• CIWEM Members receive a £150 discount on registration.

27-28th November 2008
Global Water Efficiency 2008 Conference and Exhibition
Cyprus

This first conference on Global Water Efficiency aims to raise awareness and assist utilities worldwide to become more efficient and to improve the operational performance of their water supply systems. Presentations and debates on issues such as water governance, water shortage, water efficiency and water scarcity will stimulate discussions and exchange of knowledge and experiences.

For more information please visit the conference website www.globalwaterefficiency.com.

16th – 17th December 2008
Measuring Corporate Water Footprints: Water Footprint Summit 2008
Olympia, London

Our most impressive programme yet, the Water Footprint Summit features over 25 End-User Speakers including Unilever, Nestle, Coca- Cola, Branston, Northern Foods, Kimberley Clark, Norwich Union, H & M, Ikea, Tate and Lyle Sugars, Asda, Marks and Spencer and Cadbury Schweppes. The Summit is supported by Waterwise, ClimateBiz, GreenBiz, CIWEM, World Wildlife Fund, IWPA, European Water Partnership and the International Water Stewardship Initiative.

We are also delighted to announce that to increase the value for money offering of this Summit, we will be providing all speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and registered delegates with a completely free membership to our new Online Water Footprint Network. This will allow you access to the latest research on Water Footprinting, plus provide the opportunity to stay in touch with other participants post-Summit, as well as many other benefits.

Solution providers in the water efficiency and water management field are also invited to apply for one of only 20 exclusive spaces in the Networking Exhibition Area. For further information please email info@london-business-conferences.co.uk or call ++ 44 (0) 207 749 0470.

• CIWEM members receive 15% discount on the registration fees

www.water-footprint.com

2009

Environment Agency
Water Efficiency Awards 2009
The Water Efficiency Awards is the Environment Agency's main public platform for promoting water efficiency. The awards were launched in 2000 and run every two years.
The awards aim to increase awareness and share good practice of water efficiency among businesses, public sector and voluntary organisations and ultimately to the public. Winning projects are written up as case studies which we use to further promote water efficiency and the winners use in their marketing.
Previous winners have told them that the awards helped to boost their environmental credentials, promote their business, secure their position with existing customers and attract new ones and further raise the profile of water conservation among their staff and others in their industry.
The categories are open to everyone whose project was operational between April 2006 and May 2008 and are not sector specific. However, industries we will target to receive entries from are:

• Leisure and tourism
• Agriculture and horticulture
• Construction and renovation
• Public sector
• Office and retail

Case studies of the winning entries will be posted on our website and used in leaflets and presentations to show examples of best practice for others to follow.
Process for entering the awards
To find out more information, register interest or get an entry form people can:

• Visit our website www.environment-agency.gov.uk/savewater
• Email us at savewater@environment-agency.gov.uk
• Call Paula Wood on 01903 832073 for an entry form

The closing date for entries is 31 October 2008 and the winners will be announced at THINK 09 in London in May 2009.
Incentives
Businesses and organisations who projects are successful in winning will benefit from:

• their association with and recognition from the Environment Agency as the leading environmental regulator in England and Wales
• exposure of their business to others via our work to promote water efficiency through use of their case studies as best practice examples for others to follow
• receipt of an electronic certificate for use on their web site and in presentations to potential customers when bidding for new business