What ' s on
Water Sustainability Symposium
To manage water resource scarcity in a sustainable manner , the Water Sustainability Symposium aims to discuss how to turn challenges into opportunities . The symposium , hosted by the Water Reuse , Membrane Technology , and Water Science divisions of WISA , aims to bring together researchers and professionals to address water scarcity within southern Africa . Parallel sessions will focus on the following topics : water reuse , desalination , latest technologies , social concerns , water quality monitoring , and emerging pollutants . A speciality workshop entitled “ Direct and Indirect Potable Reuse : Overview of Principles , Applications and New Developments ” will be presented by Troy Walker ( US ) and Chris Swartz ( RSA ). It will provide attendees with a better understanding of known and unknown contaminants management within potable reuse facilities , and will discuss the latest innovation and thinking in operator training and risk mitigation . 7 to 10 May Lord Charles Hotel , Cape Town , South Africa www . wisa . org . za
XVI World Water Congress
The objective of the XVI World Water Congress is to bridge gaps in knowledge , communication , and coordination . It specifically aims to link professionals with information and experiences related to water resources at all levels , with experts working on key global water agendas and strategies . Accordingly , the Congress is targeted at natural and social scientists , practitioners , and technological innovators , as well as policy and decisionmakers , financial stakeholders and investors , legal and regulatory specialists , and groups involved in capacity building . Additionally , the Congress is designed to catalyse cooperation and coordination among these professionals to facilitate global goals and strategies related to the Sustainable Development Goals , particularly those related to water , as well as agreements under the auspices of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change , thematic priorities of past and upcoming World Water Forums , and other water-related programmes . 29 May to 3 June Cancun , Mexico www . worldwatercongress . com
Aquatech China 2017
Aquatech China 2017 brings together water technology and water management , presenting integrated solutions to the challenges facing Asia . In 2016 , 70 000 water professionals visited booths from 1 400 companies . As one of the largest B2B water exhibitions in China , it offers networking opportunities to connect across countries , technologies , and industry sectors , and offers inspiring seminars at the Aquastages and events during the exhibition . 7 to 9 June National Exhibition and Convention Centre , Shanghai , China www . aquatechtrade . com
LESAM 2017
The Leading Edge Sustainable Asset Management ( LESAM ) of Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Conference will be jointly organised by IWA , the national association Norwegian Water , the municipality of the city of Trondheim , and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology ( NTNU ). The conference is an opportunity to meet world-leading professionals of urban water services : water supply , wastewater management , and stormwater management . Themes for LESAM 2017 include , among others , best practices in Integrated Asset Management ( IAM ) organisational implementation ; advanced data management and IT systems implementation ; innovative technologies for condition monitoring , assessment , and modelling solutions ; advanced economic modelling ; improved accounting methods for costs and benefices ; and a better understanding of what consumers expect . 20 to 22 June Trondheim , Norway www . ntnu . edu / lesam2017
AWS International Water Stewardship Standard training For professionals with corporate sustainability responsibilities , especially those related to water , as well as consultants wishing to prepare companies for AWS Standard certification . The training will also benefit conformity assessment body personnel .
Schedule Cape Town
Durban Tuesday , 23 May – Foundation Tuesday , 20 June – Foundation Course
Course Wednesday , 24 May – Advanced Wednesday , 21 June – Advanced Course
Course Thursday , 25 May – Specialist Course Thursday , 22 June – Specialist
Course
Seats are limited so please respond early to ensure a place .
Contact mark @ allianceforwaterstewardship . org to register your interest .
Deadlines |
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Cape Town |
Durban |
Deadline for booking a seat |
10 May 2017 |
5 June 2017 |
Final registration |
15 May 2017 |
10 June 2017 |
Cost : R2 500 per delegate per course Cape Town : 23 – 25 May Durban : 20 – 22 June www . allianceforwaterstewardship . org / verification . html
Aquatech China is one of the largest B2B water exhibitions in China . www . aquatechtrade . com
4 Water Sewage & Effluent May / June 2017