A Research Perspective: Horizon Scanning
Thursday, 11th October 2007

Horizon scanning is the systematic examination of potential threats, opportunities and likely future developments which are at the margins of current thinking and planning.  How is horizon scanning used in the environment sector?  What future environmental risks and opportunities are likely to emerge as key issues for the next century?  What should our research priorities be?

Chair David Butler (Professor of Water Engineering, Centre for Water Systems, University of Exeter)

Malcolm Gorton (Science Manager, Horizon Scanning, Environment Agency)
Horizon scanning the present to protect the future environment

Tony Rachwal (Managing Partner, Tony Rachwal and Associates)
Horizon scanning and innovation in the water environment sector

Andrée Carter (Director, UK Collaborative on Development Sciences)
Horizon scanning for the science and technology needs of developing countries

Mary Barkham (Head of Secretariat, Environment Research Funders’ Forum)
Identification of future uncertainties and priorities for environmental research in the UK

Andrea Gysin (Project Manager, Mouchel Parkman)
Investing in innovation

Tony Allan (Professor, KCL/SOAS, London Water Research Group)
Global water security:  governance, diversifying economies and trade