23 September 2026
The CIWEM West Midlands and East Midlands branches will be holding their annual joint Dr Jenkins best technical paper competition.
The event provides an opportunity for new and prospective members of CIWEM to present papers on any topic in the field of water and environmental management.
This event will be in person. A buffet will be available, as well as plenty of opportunities to network with friends and colleagues during the event.
We welcome CIWEM members and non-members to support the finalists.
Part of CIWEM Awards & Competitions.
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The CIWEM West Midlands branch and CIWEM East Midlands branch are holding their joint annual Dr Jenkins Competition for new and prospective members of CIWEM to present papers on any topic in the field of water and environmental management.
If you are new to the water or environmental management sector and want to showcase your work, the competition offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience publishing and presenting a paper.
The competition is open to all, but preference will be given to those with limited experience in presenting or publishing papers.
Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
CIWEM Members are asked to seek out, encourage and sponsor potential authors.
Candidates should notify their interest as soon as possible and submit their abstracts by Friday 31 July 2026.
For full details about how to participate in the competition follow the link below to the Awards page.
Find out more about the competitionBecoming a CIWEM member gives you a globally-recognised demonstration of your professionalism and technical abilities. Whether you have just started your career or are extensively experienced, we will have a membership grade that's right for you. Click below to find out more.
Become a memberThis event is open to members and non-members of CIWEM.
Please note there is limited capacity at this event. Bookings must be made through 'My CIWEM' using the above booking link. Non-members who have not registered for the MyCIWEM system can create an account on the booking page in order to reserve their place.
If you have any questions about your booking or would like to cancel your attendance, please contact branches@ciwem.org.
Please note that registrations close at 9:00am, two working days before the event is to take place. If you have not registered by then, unfortunately we cannot add you to the event.
If you have any queries about this event, please contact Gen Yip at gen.yip@severntrent.co.uk.
The event will take place at Arcadis Consulting Offices, 16th Floor, 103 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 3AG.
Travelling to the venue
As part of CIWEM’s commitment to tackling the climate and ecological emergency we would encourage delegates to use the most environmentally sustainable means of transport possible.
The venue is in easy walking distance from Birmingham New Street railway station and Birmingham coach station with several buses running near the venue.
If you are coming by car or taxi, please consider sharing the journey with others to reduce your environmental footprint.
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