CIWEM E-News – January 2007

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This month:

1. CIWEM Annual Conference 2007

On the 9th-11th October 2007, The Brit Oval will be home to CIWEM’s Annual Conference.

Not only is The Oval one of the oldest Test match venues in the world, but it also provides world class events facilities in the Oval Conference Centre. HOK SVE’s £25 million redesign was completed in July 2005, providing a new landmark stand complete with a unique living screen 180 metres long and 20 metres in height.

Set within this stimulating environment, CIWEM’s Annual Conference will offer unrivalled opportunities to build and enhance working relationships, address the key strategic issues in water and environmental management and provide the launch to CIWEM’s exciting Arts and the Environment programme. This popular event will also include an expanded social programme and provide a forum for a wide range of debates and workshops including the Next Generation day.

Join us at The Oval from Tuesday 9th to Thursday 11th October 2007 for the opportunity to meet, learn from and work with those who are leading and influencing the debate.

To register your interest contact annualconference@ciwem.org

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2. New Journal on Flood Risk Management

Following a successful year for the Water and Environment Journal CIWEM and Blackwell’s have chosen to continue their partnership and work together on a new venture. ‘The Journal of Flood Risk Management’ will be a global online only journal, jointly owned by CIWEM and Blackwell publishing and supported by Arup, MWH and Royal Haskoning.

Publication of the first issue is scheduled for March 2008, topics covered will include: Modelling, Infrastructure Management, Hydrology, Flood Forecasting, Land Use Management, Policy and Legislation, and Uncertainty Analysis and Risk. The title will accept basic research papers as well as applied content. For further information please check future issues of E-news or contact Jo Cooper jcooper@ciwem.org

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3. Employment Opportunity at CIWEM

The CIWEM Policy department are looking to recruit a new member of staff to assist in the launch of the Journal of Flood Risk Management and help with other admin duties. This will be for a 12 month full time fixed contract based at our London office. The position offers a great opportunity for anyone wishing to gain an insight into the environment sector. For further information and a job description please email Jo Cooper at jcooper@ciwem.org

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4. Environmental Management Technical Panel

CIWEM is forming a new Technical Panel covering Environmental Management techniques and issues, such as Environmental Impact Assessment and Sustainable Environmental Assessment. CIWEM’s Technical Panels are the technical cornerstone to many of our outputs, including consultation responses, advice, conferences and policy statements.

We are seeking applications for membership of this new Panel. If this might be of interest to you, please contact or email a brief resume to Justin Taberham, Director of Policy, CIWEM, Email: Justin@ciwem.org

For more information about our existing panels, their roles and remits and the expectations of panel members, please go to www.ciwem.org/policy/panels

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5. CIWEM Conferences Digest

CIWEM Conferences are continuing to be well attended and regarded. Outputs from recent conferences may now be found on the CIWEM website at: http://www.ciwem.org.uk/events/outputs.asp

There are a number of CIWEM National Conferences at different stages of planning for 2007:

World Wetlands Day Conference 2007 – BOOKING NOW
31st January and 1st February 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Atkins, Mott MacDonald, Defra, Water for Wildlife, The Wildlife Trusts, English Heritage
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Drought – BOOKING NOW
27th Feb 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Atkins, MWH
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

A Joint CIWEM/DCLG Conference
PPS25 Practice Guide Launch – BOOKING NOW, SPONSORS SOUGHT
8th March 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Halcrow, Capita Symonds, Peter Brett Associates, Jacobs, Arup
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Flooding Directive – SPONSORS SOUGHT, DRAFT PROGRAMME STAGE
28th March 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Royal Haskoning, MWH, JBA Consulting, Halcrow
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Integrated Urban Drainage Management 2007 – SPONSORS SOUGHT, DRAFT PROGRAMME STAGE
9th May 2007, London
Sponsors to date: Royal Haskoning, MWH, Halcrow
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Water Framework Directive – Update – SPONSORS SOUGHT, DRAFT PROGRAMME STAGE
26th June 2007, London
Sponsors to date: UK TAG, Atkins, MWH, Halcrow
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

CIWEM Annual Conference 2007 – SPONSORS SOUGHT, OFFERS OF SPEAKERS WELCOMED
9-11th October 2007, The Oval, London
Contact: Justin Taberham, CIWEM
Email: Justin@ciwem.org

For the following events, sponsors are sought and offers of speakers and themes are welcomed:

Environmental Management Conference
Autumn 2007, London
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Periodic Review – with OFWAT
Autumn 2007, London
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Climate Change
Autumn/Winter 2007, London
Sponsors to date: MWH, Atkins
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Flood Management 2007
London
Sponsors to date: Atkins, MWH
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

Extreme Flooding 2008 (follow on from the 2006 conference)
London
Sponsors to date: MWH
Contact Bob Earll, CMS
Email: bob.earll@coastms.co.uk Tel: 01531 890415

For a full National Conference Programme, please go to www.ciwem.org/events
Please email Justin Taberham Justin@ciwem.org if you would like further information about forthcoming conferences or if you would like to sponsor an event.

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6. CIWEM Annual Dinner 2007

CIWEM’s Annual Dinner 2007 will be held on Thursday 24th May at Drapers' Hall, Throgmorton Street, London.

CIWEM’s Annual Dinner is the environmental industry event of the year, where CIWEM’s President and Council entertain the leading professionals from water companies, environmental agencies, government departments, environmental consultancies, contractors, NGOs and the media. It is an evening of socialising, celebrating and forward thinking.

This distinguished event is held at the sumptuous and historic Drapers Hall, which dates back to 1540 and houses an impressive collection of eighteenth century friezes, chandeliers, stained glass windows, marble chimneypieces and statues. The Livery Hall is one of the largest and most impressive in London, dominated by royal portraits and adorned with magnificent ceiling paintings by Herbert Draper. With over 270 guests, this is an evening to remember.

Booking forms can be downloaded from the CIWEM website at: www.ciwem.org/whatsnew/AnnualDinner2007_Booking_form.doc or obtained from Lorraine Poole by emailing lpoole@ciwem.org. The Principal Guest Speaker is Rt Hon John Gummer, MP.

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7. Journal Changes – Seeking Overseas Reviewers

From January 2006 CIWEM’s Journal – Water and Environment Journal – has been published on behalf of CIWEM by Blackwell Publishing; in line with these changes we are increasing our reviewer database. Reviewers peer-review technical papers to determine their suitability for publication and advise on any amendments or revisions necessary such that papers are credible and accurate; enhance knowledge and understanding of water and environmental issues; promote sustainable development and are a credit to the standing and reputation of CIWEM and the profession.

This is a great opportunity to be involved in the work of the Institution and be the first to read exciting new research. We welcome applications from anyone with suitable expertise in a subject within the scope of water and environmental management, especially from those overseas. For more information or to submit your CV please contact Joanna Cooper (jcooper@ciwem.org).

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8. CIWEM Young Members Award Closing Soon

CIWEM’s Young Members’ Award Sponsored by Jacobs Babtie will be closing on 19th January 2007, so ensure you get your entries in on time!

The CIWEM Young Members’ Award recognises the outstanding contribution to environmental understanding made by a young member of CIWEM. Winners of CIWEM Branch and Group Young Members’ Competitions are eligible for nomination for the overall CIWEM Young Members’ Award.

Entry Criteria
Only the winners of Branch/Group Young Members’ Competitions are eligible for nomination for the Award (for details of Branch and Group Competitions please visit the CIWEM Branch or Group web pages). Nominations should be made by the Branch or Group Chairperson.
Entrants must be:

• aged 30 or under on the closing date
• the sole author of the paper or the lead author of a co-authored paper
• a member of CIWEM (any level)

The paper should:

• address an environmental or water related issue
• be a piece of original work
• demonstrate sustainability and not contravene CIWEM’s code of environmental ethics
• be no longer than 5000 words and should conform to the styling and format requirements of papers for the CIWEM Journal (see Guidance Notes for Authors).

The Prize
The Award comprises a trophy (a silver quaich cup), a framed certificate, publication of the winner's paper in CIWEM’s Water and Environment Journal and a place on the CIWEM Young Members' Study Tour (or an alternative cash prize of £600).
For further details please visit http://www.ciwem.org/awards/young/index.asp
For any other information please contact Joanna Cooper jcooper@ciwem.org

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9. CIWEM International News

Chinese Students meet Professional Institutions
South Bank University was the host for a PI-UK China workshop which focused on Chinese Students studying in the UK. The day was a mixture of meeting representatives from half a dozen professional institutions including CIWEM, CIOB, CIBSE and IMechE followed by presentations on the environment sector in China, intelligent eco-friendly buildings, the sustainable Dongtan city project and an overview of the role of professional institutions in supporting development throughout an individual’s life. CIWEM is a member of PI-UK China www.piuk-china.com

EFAEP General Assembly
CIWEM joined the EFAEP general assembly, held in Brussels. The day long event brought together environment professional organisations from several European countries to discuss a number of issues including the development of a Database of Environmental Professionals in Europe. The assembly was addressed by a representative of the IUCN-World Conservation Union, who discussed the programme which aims to stop the decline in biodiversity by 2010.

EFAEP have also updated their Database of Environmental Professionals. This is the EU-wide platform for environmental professionals that will allow individuals to put details of themselves and their experience onto the database. The system will be fully searchable and professionals who register will be able to include their CV, project experience and information on papers they have published. The system will be marketed to EU, EEA, other European bodies, as well as to companies and organisations in each EU member country, so it will be a very valuable tool. Only members of EFAEP institutions can register on the database, which will ensure the quality of the people on the system.

For further information please contact Paul Horton at paul@ciwem.org

Country Groups
CIWEM has begun the process of establishing of Country Groups, initially in the places where there is a strong membership base, for example Australia, Canada, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, UAE, USA. The aim will be to identify a country representative who will co-ordinate and facilitate networking among all the locally based members. A web page will be established for each country outlining activities of members and the key environmental challenges in each country. Once the groups are established, they will be supported in establishing links with relevant local professional organisations.

Water Sector Trade Visits
CIWEM Member Jeremy Goad, who is also the UKT&I Water Sector Export Promoter, is leading a water focussed visit to Poland visiting Szczecin and Gdansk, 12-15 February, 2007. Each city is due to issue tenders for water projects in the coming months. Anyone interested in joining the mission should contact both Jeremy Goad, Water Sector Export Promoter at UKT&I at E-mail address: jeremy.goad@gtnet.gov.uk or telephone +44 (0)7770331307, and Ashok Alagh in the UKT&I water team on E-Mail address: ashok.alagh@uktradeinvest.gov.uk or telephone +44 (0)20 7215 4667.

Jeremy Goad is also working with trade organisation British Water to plan visits to: i) Washington coinciding with the World Bank Water week 28 February - 3rd March; ii) Bulgaria 20 - 23 March and Romania 26 - 30 March, 2007. Contact either Jeremy Goad or Lila Webley at British Water lila.webley@britishwater.co.uk

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10. Consultations

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:

Communities and Local Government
Building a Greener Future - Consultation Document
http://www.communities.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1505157
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 15/02/07

Communities and Local Government
Planning Policy Statement: Planning and Climate Change - Supplement to Planning Policy Statement 1
http://www.communities.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1505140
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 15/02/07

Communities and Local Government
Mandating Water Efficiency in New Buildings
http://www.communities.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1505175
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 19/02/07

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on the controls on the handling, transfer and transport of waste
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/waste-controls/index.htm
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 13/02/07

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Environmental Liability Directive: Consultation on options for implementing the Environmental Liability Directive
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/env-liability/consultation.pdf
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 22/02/07

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on the review of the Transfrontier Shipment of Waste Regulations and the UK Management Plan for Exports and Imports of Waste
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/tfs-regs/index.htm
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 19/02/07

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Consultation on outcome measures and prioritisation approaches for flood and coastal erosion risk management
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/fm-outcomes/index.htm
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 02/03/07

Environment Agency
Consultation on risk based regulation of discharges to water: Encouraging better environmental performance by business
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/yourenv/consultations/1512495/
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 12/02/07

Ofwat
Ofwat forward programme 2007-08 to 2009-10: draft for consultation
http://www.ofwat.gov.uk/aptrix/ofwat/publish.nsf/AttachmentsByTitle/
draft_fwdprog07-08_09-10.pdf/$FILE/draft_fwdprog07-08_09-10.pdf
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 19/01/07

Scottish Executive
Protection of Scotland's Water Environment - Consultation on Proposed Amendments to the Action Programme for Nitrate Vulnerable Zones
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/Doc/154696/0041530.pdf
Contact alastair@ciwem.org by 31/01/07

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11. In Brief

Annual Subscriptions
We would like to politely remind all our members that their annual subscriptions are due and payable on 1st January 2007. A late payment fee of £40 will be added to your account if funds are not received by final deadline of the 31st January 2007. Thank you for your co-operation and complements of the season.

CIWEM Annual Membership Survey Winner 2006
The draw for the winner of the 2006 CIWEM on-line membership survey was made by Nick Reeves, Executive Director of CIWEM on the 20th December 2006 and this year’s winner is Mr Christopher Owens.

Mr Owens, who works for Atkins Water in Leeds, will be able to choose from the following options: - one free place at any CIWEM Conference; one free place at the CIWEM Annual Dinner or one years free CIWEM membership.

If you would like the chance to win a prize, the 2007 survey will be posted on the CIWEM website later in the year, so keep an eye on www.ciwem.org and take a few minutes of your time to participate in the draw.

Society for the Environment Newsletter
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.
To view the latest newsletter, please visit:
http://www.socenv.org.uk/news-and-press-release/socenv-newsletter/

Publications Sale
A variety of CIWEM publications from over the years will be available at discount rates of at least half price over the coming months this includes 'Risk Assessment for Environmental Professionals' at only £5 and the Saltmarsh creation Handbook for £10! For updates please see the ‘News’ section of the CIWEM website (www.ciwem.org) or contact Joanna Cooper jcooper@ciwem.org for further details.

The Institution is also selling a selection of its non-CIWEM books, journals, conference proceedings and other miscellaneous publications which are no longer required. Topics covered include civil engineering, hydrology, the water environment, drinking water and effluent treatment, sewerage and drainage, global processes, pollution, chemicals, ecology, biology, toxicology, overseas development, mathematical modelling, policy and legislation, history and a selection of antiquarian books. The sale of these is being handled by Dr David Gasking, a long-standing member of CIWEM. For more information please visit: www.ciwem.org/publications/book_sale.asp

CIWEM Rivers and Coastal Group Young Persons Study Weekend
(For members aged under 35)
Delivering Sustainability through Flood and Coastal Risk Management will be held on 30th March – 1st April in York. More information will shortly be available from http://www.ciwem.org/groups/rivers/events.asp

SiLC Annual Forum, Training Day
The Specialist in Land Condition (SiLC) Annual Forum will be run on 8th February 2007 at Eland House, Bressenden Place, London. Featuring a range of speakers, this half-day event will be hosted by Mark Rolls, Head of Brownfield Development at Communities.

In addition, as part of the development of the SiLC Registration scheme, members of the SiLC Professional and Technical Panel and Asessors Panel, are hosting a training day 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 day will be hosted by a member of the SiLC Professional and Technical Panel (PTP) and by members of the SiLC Assessors Panel, it will be held on Wednesday 6th June 2007 at The National Centre for Early Music, York. Registration will be at 9.30 am. Please book early to ensure a place, numbers are limited and will be allocated in order of application.

For further information on either of these events, please contact info@iema.net or visit the SiLC website at www.silc.org.uk

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
Tel: 0207 831 3110
E-mail: reception@ciwem.org
Or visit: http://www.ciwem.org.uk/about/meeting.asp

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12. Global Leakage Technology Summit 2007

Adopting the most effective strategy for water efficiency and leakage management
25th – 26th January 2007, with a pre-conference workshop on 24th January, at the Hotel Russell, London

Globally, water demand is rising and resources are diminishing. The problem of water loss and leakage is a perennial one, and utility operators need a strategic approach to tackle it. The 2007 summit examines case studies from utility practitioners worldwide - describing their strategies and programmes for leakage management and water efficiency. Together, these programmes form a strategy for restoring a potentially huge lost resource.

The pre-conference workshop, facilitated by Ewan Group, will concentrate on ‘asset management planning and leakage strategy development’, and will be followed by a site visit to view Thames Water’s innovative ‘Smart DMA’ project.

The conference sessions will include an international panel discussion to review the alternative management options being practiced internationally. An industry and regulator panel discussion will discuss the thorny issue of economic leakage models and leakage targets set against a background of social and environmental effects and regional supply/demand issues.

Our regulator panel includes:
- Dr Melinda Acutt – Director of Network Regulation, OFWAT
- Dr David King – Director of Water Management, Environment Agency
- Peter Jiggins - Head of Branch, Drinking Water Quality and Water Conservation, DEFRA

A ‘cutting edge’ technology session will appraise the latest developments for monitoring and detecting leaks, particularly in plastic pipes.
Speakers will include senior practitioners from UK and international utilities – UK utilities represented include: Anglian Water, Bristol Water, Northumbrian Water, Scottish Water, Severn Trent Water, South West Water, Thames Water, United Utilities and Veolia Water.

Full details from: www.global-leakage-summit.com
Enquiries to: info@london-business-conferences.co.uk

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13. The Future of Flood Management

Tuesday 30th January 2007
Earls Court Conference Centre, London, SW5
Special Discounted price to CIWEM members - £345 + VAT

The Future of Flood Management 2007 will explore the tools that you need for a comprehensive flood management strategy that falls in with guidance and legislation from UK Government, the European Union and the Environment Agency. Changes in climate, land use and population size are all effecting the way that floods need to be managed.

Don't miss this timely and important event to explore the most recent and innovative methods for floodplain development and to find out what solutions are available for flood management.

Leading guest speakers will include:
- Kirsty Lord-Smith, Making Space for Water Programme Manager, Defra
- Peter Bide, Planning Directorate, Department for Communities and Local Government
- Paul Sayers, Group Manager, River and Coastal Systems, HR Wallingford

Plus on the case ground studies on:
The Thames Estuary 2100 Project, Delivering SUDS in Dunfermline and flood recovery in Bocastle.

For further information please visit www.floodmanagement.co.uk

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14. HazardEx International 2007

The HazardEx International 2007 (21st -22nd February 07) event will be bigger than ever with an extended exhibition and a full two day conference programme supporting the global hazardous area marketplace. The HazardEx Awards, which celebrate excellence in the hazardous area environment, will be run on the first evening. Hazards covered in the conference include risk of explosion from dusts, gases and oil.

The conference will run sessions on:

• Living with DSEAR - now that the ATEX timetable has run its course
• Internationalisation under the IECEx certification scheme
• Ensuring operational competence in the hazardous area
• Industrial Fire Safety precautions and their effects on the environment
• Case studies from the global industrial community
• FREE Competence training courses from SIRA

CIWEM has negotiated a 10% discount rate for its members, and places booked before September 29th 06 will receive an additional 15%, giving a total saving of 25%. Visit http://www.hazardexonthenet.net/theconference/theconference.html or email laenie.juan@imlgroup.co.uk for more details or to book.

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15. WEEE: It’s a Big Decision

Monday 26th February 2007, 1.45 - 6pm
The Institute of Physics, 76 Portland Place, London, W1B 1NT
Local authority network meeting - WEEE: It’s a big decision (Free event)

Using feedback obtained directly from local authority officers, we have tailored this event to focus on the WEEE Directive and the impact it will have on London’s local authorities in 2007.

The event will include a presentation on designated collection facilities, providing information to help you decide on the right option for your borough. The presentation will explore and give advice on funding, logistics, space, security and contracts for designated collection facilities.

Speakers from the Environment Agency and the WEEE Advisory Group have been invited to present on the WEEE Directive and explain how local authorities can prepare for and comply with the new regulations, and WEEE Ireland have been invited to speak about their experience with the WEEE Directive, which was introduced in August 2005.

The meeting will conclude with time to network over wine with leading compliance schemes, recyclers and processors, who will be exhibiting at the event.

If you would like to attend this event, please register online at http://www.londonremade.com/media_event_detail.asp?eid=207

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16. Water and Environmental Exchange

Building on Business Limited, organisers of international industry summits are pleased to announce that the first annual Water and Environmental Exchange (WEX) will be held in Seville, Spain from the 7-9 March 2007. The event is being supported by CIWEM.

Creating Stakeholder Collaboration
WEX is designed to promote the exchange of information and expertise in the world of water. The major theme of WEX 2007 is “Building Stakeholder Collaboration”. The event will therefore bring together senior executives who collectively comprise the entire spectrum of stakeholders in the global water sector.

WEX One to One Meetings
Every delegate attending WEX will be given a schedule of one to one meetings which run in parallel with the intensive conference programme. Delegates can choose from a list which includes representatives from Water Utilities, Regulatory Authorities, Policy makers, Municipal Authorities, Manufacturers and Suppliers, Consultancies, Engineers, NGOs, Research Institutions, Scientific bodies, Developers and Urban Planners.

WEX Networking
The one to one meetings are complimented by an extensive programme of networking and social events including a themed lunch where tables are devoted to specific subjects and hosted by international experts, a welcome dinner at the beautiful Hospital de los Venerables, cocktail receptions and a final night gala dinner.

The WEX Conference Programme
The full WEX conference programme which compliments the meeting schedules looks at the water framework directive; infrastructure and asset management and of paramount importance in the minds of speakers and delegates alike, the opening session which looks at sustainability and the environment.

One of the highlights of WEX 2007 will be the opening day presentation on Sustainability. The session will be led by Richard Meganck of Unesco - IHE. The session will focus on the impact of climate change and understanding the techniques being utilised for increasing rainwater precipitation in arid regions, the benefits of an Integrated Sustainable Urban Water Management System and the importance of water recycling. Followed by a panel debate we are looking forward to a lively and informative debate.

Other sessions in the conference programme include Advances in Desalination, Dealing with Sludge Management, along with a series interactive regional workshops.

The event will also see attendees from some of Europe’s key associations and trade organisations including the European Water Association and the European Water Partnership

For more information about WEX 2007 please visit www.w-e-x.com, email info@buildingonbusiness.com or call the WEX team on +44 (0) 207 403 2773.

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17. CIBSE National Conference 2007

24th and 25th April 2007
The Hotel Russell
CIBSE National Conference 2007: The Business of Change: Assessing Challenges, Defining Opportunities and Building Cities of the Future

The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers’ (CIBSE’s) National Conference 2007 promises to be insightful and informative, with high level speakers, topical content and lively debate.

Sessions include “A Wake up Call for Us All: Under the Caution of the Stern Review and the Climate Change Bill”, which looks at assessing and managing the threats, opportunities and costs of climate variability and climate change, and “Making the Transition to Sustainability: The Business Case”.

The evening reception and gala dinner will be held at Lincoln’s Inn, one of the prestigious Inns of Court, within the Great Hall, a room steeped in tradition and providing an impressive backdrop for the occasion.

For more information please contact Natalie Janson on njanson@cibse.org
www.cibse.org

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18. Sustainability live!

NEC in Birmingham from 1 – 3 May 2007

CIWEM is partnering Sustainabilitylive! and will be hosting a number of seminars as well as having an exhibition stand in the main hall.

Sustainabilitylive! is the UK’s largest forum for excellence and innovation in environment, water, land and energy. It comprises the following shows;

• IWEX, the International Water and Effluent Exhibition
• ET & ES, the environmental technology & services show
• ICU, the show tackling the problems of contaminated land
• Nemex, the UK’s national energy management exhibition.

Focusing on the environmental, remediation, energy and water sectors, Sustainabilitylive! offers a high-level conference, networking and innovation forums with industry achievement and excellence recognised at related Awards ceremonies.

For more information visit www.sustainabilitylive.com

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19. Join CIWEM

CIWEM is a vibrant environmental professional body which offers professional development, an impressive programme of local, national and international events, a magazine ten times a year, a quarterly journal, excellent networking opportunities and many other benefits. Contact membership@ciwem.org for more details.

That was the e-newsletter from CIWEM’s Policy Department. Please keep comments and suggestions coming in. If you would like to be taken off the mailing list, please email webmaster@ciwem.org

Please pass any comments to:
Justin Taberham, Director of Policy, CIWEM, 15 John Street, London, England, WC1N 2EB
Tel: 020 7831 3110 Fax: 020 7405 4967 E-mail: Justin@ciwem.org

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