Events scheduled for May 2012

The Australasian Aquaculture Conference and Trade Show is the biennial event of the National Aquaculture Council of Australia and the World Aquaculture Society. The event is taken from state to state in Australia, hosted in cities close to areas of major aquaculture production.

This conference, hosted by the Esri Forestry Group, is designed for forest managers and decisions makers, as well as GIS users and specialists involved with forest management and forestry operations. Whether you are new to GIS or a seasoned geospatial professional, you will benefit from this rare opportunity to discuss forestry GIS applications and come away with practical and actionable information.

The conference aims to explore the scope for developing highly profitable and sustainable products from a range of organic resources and to review a number of processes and technologies currently in use or under investigation. The regulatory background is an important aspect and the various applications will be considered in the light of current and future legislation and control policies. The potential market will also be reviewed and consideration will be given to ways in which the producers might enhance the value of their products by improving communication with the users.

Featuring:

Over 95 educational workshops and intensive training sessions
Keynotes by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Alexandra Cousteau
Unsurpassed networking opportunities
Special focus on the Clean Water Act at 40
Bridge Day (May 4) with the National Water Quality Monitoring Council's conference

The strength of our movement lies in working and sharing together. Despite our many
challenges, this is truly a time of opportunity to better protect our home waters.

The aim of the ICEEB conference series is to provide a forum for laying the foundations of a new principled approach to Environment, Energy and Biotechnology. To this end, the meeting aims to attract participants with different backgrounds, to foster cross-pollination between different research fields, and to expose and discuss innovative theories, frameworks, methodologies, tools, and applications.

The conference program will focus on issues of importance to dam owners, government officials and engineers in the southeast and midwest States. Both general and concurrent technical sessions, as well as timely panel discussions, and an informative exhibit show will highlight the two day agenda.

The focus of the 2012 NGWA Ground Water Summit — Innovate and Integrate: Succeeding as a Groundwater Professional in a Water-Short World — will help you prepare for, and thrive in, this environment.
This annual comprehensive event also provides unparalleled opportunities for career growth and a forum for perspectives from the research, regulatory, advocacy, and consulting communities. In addition, students and faculty members can take advantage of numerous opportunities to discuss research and explore applications.

Developed in cooperation with the Public Authority for Electricity and Water (PAEW) and with the official support of Ministry of Regional Municipalities & Water Resources (MRMWR), Oman Power & Water Procurement Company (OPWP), Authority for Electricity Regulation (AER), Electricity Holding Company (EHC) and Rural Areas Electricity Company (RAECO), the 2012 edition will provide an update on power and water projects in Oman, present the latest innovations and strategies available in the power, water and renewable energy industry as well as review the authorities key strategies, objectives and ch

Following its amalgamation with ENTSORGA, IFAT has celebrated a successful premiere and established itself firmly as the world’s leading trade fair for environmental technology. Over the five days of IFAT ENTSORGA 2010, around 110,000 trade visitors from over 185 countries came to the event. After Germany, the top ten countries of origin for visitors were, in order: Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Poland, the Czech Republic, Denmark, the Russian Federation, the Netherlands and France.

This conference is one of the very successful International Conference Series and serves to discuss and promote Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) in the field of water, wastewater, groundwater and potable water.

The objective of the Conference is to bring together Experts, Researchers, Equipment Manufacturers and Consultants, in order to discuss the latest state of the art in the field of water and wastewater technologies. After fourteen years of success, the Conference now aims at collecting all the multidisciplinary expertises that converge into the assessment, management and control of human-hydrological systems.

This 2.5-day workshop is covering a broad field of novel adsorbents to be applied in the work towards a cleaner environment, good examples from real life when complex wastewaters are successfully treated. Besides presentations from leaders in the development of different aspects of environmental technology, ample time will be given to networking and informal discussions.

This conference aims to address the many inter-related aspects of the urban environment from transport and mobility to social exclusion and crime prevention. The meeting will build on the contributions made in previous conferences, which successfully managed to provide an international view of the problems facing modern cities and their solutions.

Organised by the Australian Water Association. Under the main conference theme Sharing the Knowledge, Planning the Future, papers are being called covering five major conference themes and specialist streams.

Meet water utilities, technology companies, integrators, consultants and investors to discuss the latest in smart water networks. Hear about advanced technologies and emerging business models.
Help shape the future of smart water networks!

During this conference, you will learn about new innovations in groundwater management, distribution, and supply. In addition, joint presentations by contractors, consultants, and key community members will address common issues and challenges that affect every member of the public water supply community.

With opinion continuing to be divided over the feasibility of the UK's renewable energy targets - which require 15% of all energy to be produced from renewable sources by 2020 - this seminar will provide a timely opportunity to consider both the progress that is being made and new thinking that is emerging on successfully achieving the Government's aims.

WaterVent is coming for the first time to London, the hub of European venture capital!

Water and energy are critical for our current society and will be of increasing importance in the future. Climate change is forcing us to reassess our energy usage and will have real and substantial impacts on the water cycle. Solving the interlinked challenges of water, climate and energy in a sustainable manner is one of the fundamental goals of this generation. Following on from conferences on Climate Change Adaptation and Water and Energy, the International Water Association is proud to announce the inaugural World Congress on Water, Climate and Energy in 2012.

Now in its 8th year, the Water, Electricity and Power Generation (WEPower) Forum has become the most important annual meeting place to discuss strategies and project opportunities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Forum is taking place with the full support of the Ministry of Water and Electricity, National Water Company, SEC, SWCC and the Electricity and Cogeneration Regulatory Authority. 2011 was officially opened by the Minister of Water and Electricity, H.E. Abdullah Al-Hussayen and also saw the support for the first time from Saudi Aramco as a principal sponsor of the forum.

The General Secretariat of the The Euro-Arab Organization for Environment, Water and Desert Researches are honored to invite you to participate in its annual International Conference on Water, which will be held in the University of Jordan, in cooperation with the European Union Euro-Arab of Geomantic and federal Euro-Mediterranean scientific research and innovation, Karlsruhe Institute of Tehnology (former Karlsruhe University), and the University of Aachen in Germany during the period of 13-17-5 -2012, under the slogan: -

The 4th Africa Water Week (aww-4) hosted by Egypt from the 14th – 18th May 2012, comes at a time that greater attention is being focused on the nexus between water and growth and development, hence the decision to call back attention on how far the continent has exploited water resources to grow Africa’s economies given the sectoral linkages with agriculture, energy, transport, environment and health.

Asia’s No.1 unconventional gas event, and the essential meeting platform to discuss the latest topics in unconventional gas, including regulatory framework, funding strategies, advanced drilling & completion technologies, water management , environmental challenges and much, much more. Join us in Beijing. REGISTER NOW!

Key insights to be gained include:

• How reporting standards and frameworks are evolving and what this means to your reporting process
• First hand advice on how to better engage your stakeholders
• Case studies from your peers on carbon, water, ecological and integrated reporting, enabling you to improve your own approach moving forward
• How to improve upon the quality and accuracy of your data collation, including your indirect impacts
• What the future of reporting will look like and how you can turn your reporting strategy into a competitive advantage

The continuing requirement for better urban transport systems in general and the need for a healthier environment has led to an increased level of research around the world. This is reflected in the proceedings of this well-established meeting which demonstrates the steady growth of research into urban transport systems. The variety of topics covered by the conference are of primary importance for analysing the complex interactions of the urban transport environment and for establishing action strategies for transport and traffic problems.

International and national researchers and industry leaders will present current best practice in seawater intakes and discharges, examine case studies, and consider challenges for future research. Topics will include:

open, submerged, and seawater well intakes
brine dilution
fluid mechanics
environmental impacts and mitigation.

The meet is aimed to facilitate active and informed interactions amongst activists, think-tanks, politicians, policy-makers, bureaucrats, academics and civil society organizations towards making health an explicit development agenda in the Rio+20 summit based on the premise that human health is the interface between the social, biophysical, and cultural environment while sustainable development and thus integrity of the natural systems can be achieved and protected if the relation between human activities and the physical and biological environment is taken care of.

Air Pollution 2012 is the 20th international conference in this successful series dealing with Modelling, Monitoring and Management of Air Pollution organised by the Wessex Institute of Technology.

Knowing the condition of your assets is key to making decisions on when to replace, repair or rehabilitate. Proactively assessing a utilities physical assets aid in strategic capital improvement processes and avoided costs due to pipe failure. The Water Research Foundation and St. Louis Water have developed a workshop dedicated to condition assessment technologies and strategies.

The main objective of the 1stBulgarian National YWP Conference-Sofia 2012 is to provide a platform for sharing experiences of the students, young professionals and researchers in the water sector by the age under 35 years, by meeting their peers and presenting their work.

Join the Institute of Water as the key people in the sector help you to understand the implications of these changes and give their views on whether they will ensure the industry can meet the challenges of today, whilst leaving a sustainable legacy for future generations.

We promise you a memorable event that will directly support your professional development, give you a unique insight into the latest issues and provide exceptional networking opportunities with people from across the sector.

Building a 21st Century Smart Water Infrastructure Summit

Dr Glenn Byrne of Rolled Alloys will present the one-day workshop. He will discuss the different types of corrosion affecting the high-pressure piping in seawater reverse-osmosis (SWRO) systems, how to recognize the source and type of corrosion and how to prevent corrosion.

The themes of this conference include the wisdom of old civilization, scientific and engineering aspect of rainwater management, communication and education of rainwater and environment. The final goal of the rainwater management will be making Rain Cities, in which all the stakeholders understand the importance of rainwater and make the social system by regulation to collect and utilize rainwater.

Presentations are scheduled in concurrent tracks, May 23, 2012. Please note that the full
conference spans May 20-24, which includes committee meetings and pre- and post-conference
events. Please read the agenda carefully before making your travel arrangements.

Join 1,200 of the nation's floodplain managers May 20-25, at the Marriott Rivercenter in downtown San Antonio, as we pilot improvements in flood risk management and national policy. Government Officials, planners, engineers, consultants, watershed managers, flood protection product vendors, educators, and others will gather for the most comprehensive floodplain management conference in the world. Participants interact, exchange ideas, make contacts, form partnerships, and prepare for a more sustainable future for flood damage reduction.

The Conference is designed to:

Raise the awareness level of the threat of climate change to our oceans and the consequent threat to our human and national security;

Identify and prioritize the knowledge gaps in science and technology which inhibit understanding, response and adaptation to future threats;

Generate comprehensive human security policy and governance recommendations reflecting the climate, ocean, and security continuum.

The breadth and depth of the technical program, combined with ample opportunities to meet and share experiences and ideas with other environmental professionals, will make this a valuable investment for you and your organisation in 2012.

The Sixth Biennial Caribbean Environmental Forum & Exhibition (CEF-6) is the premier sustainable development and environment forum and exhibition in the Caribbean with a regional focus and international attention. This event brings together a wide and diverse cross section of professionals and other persons concerned with or involved in environmental and developmental issues.

African Utility Week (AUW) is the only African exhibition that covers the entire spectrum of the power, water and waste management utilities industry in all its many forms. It's designed for African utilities, large industrial end users in Africa and solution providers from across the globe.

Featuring a two day streamed Conference, 25 booth Exhibition, and a Networking Party in a privately hired Miami venue Covering Electricity, Gas & Water Metering in Latin America Extensive networking opportunities in the comfort of a 5 star venue.

The 9th MBA Postgraduate Conference will be proudly hosted for the first time by University College Cork (UCC) from 21st to 24th May 2012. UCC and the School of Biological Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) have a long history of research in marine biology. Several marine projects are currently undertaken by students in different research groups of BEES and are involved with fisheries management, shell fish aquaculture and marine mammal conservation to mention just a few.

With water production becoming a major environmental and economic issue for operators and regulators worldwide, it is every oil and gas operator’s responsibility to ensure they adopt efficient strategies to mitigate the ill effects of produced water.
Energy IQ is pleased to announce the second edition of Produced Water Management 2012 (22nd – 23rd May, 2012), a conference that looks exclusively into the latest advancements, strategies and technologies to cope with challenges arising out of the large amounts of produced water.

During the conference, delegates will:

Exchange views, knowledge and experience on community water financing, research, development and
utilization
Learn from current lessons and years of valuable experience in community water financing and its
challenges
Network and explore possible cooperation, partnerships and business relationships with experts in the
field of water financing and development
The role of private public partnerships in water provision in developing countries

IWEX has become one of the most accredited and largest forums in the country for water organisations and utilities companies. It attracts buyers, specifiers and decision-makers from across the water and effluent industry who come to see the very latest advances in water technologies and innovative solutions to sustainable water practices.

CWC is delighted to announce the launch of the Global Water: Oil & Gas Summit, under the Royal Patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, partnered by the Ministry of Environment & Water, Supreme Council of Energy, Government of Dubai and supported by Global Water Intelligence, The International World Water Council & The Produced Water Society.

International Forum of Clean Technologies in Ukraine ECOSMARTTM is the most essential business platform for representatives of governmental, civil sphere, which are united by idea of sustainable development and building of a "green economy" in Ukraine.

Global Water Security Conference is an international symposium and presents the opportunity to bring together academics, suppliers, politicians, investors, expert advisors, charities and development organisations and community stakeholders. The event is important for knowledge transfer, industry and community planning, political engagement and building co-operative working and meetings to further develop solutions to this problem.

Key topics being discussed this year include: Developing smart corporate strategies; water efficiency; sustainability reporting; resource scarcity; supply chain management; employee engagement; CRC efficiency scheme and many more.

Water Loss Europe 2012 is intended to present and discuss the latest developments, strategies, techniques and applications of international best practices in Non-Revenue Water Management.

Exhibitors at Water Africa 2012
will be able to take part in the
accompanying technical seminar
programme, which will be run in
cooperation with the Ministry
of Water Resources, Works,
Housing & Urban Development.

The Taza-GIS-Days will take in two days (May 23-24, 2012). Participants will have the opportunity to learn about GIS through a series of presentations, exhibitions and practical exercises presented by a distinguished group of professionals.

Organized by China Decision Makers Consultancy, 6th Annual Asia Mining Partnering Forum 2012 （AMPF 2012）is themed on “Connecting Chinese Investors with Global Miners”, and committed to sharing with you the latest policies, development and trends of the global and China’s mining industry, and providing an effective and profitable platform to grasp the growth opportunities and to explore funding and strategic partnerships.

Welcome to the 5th Deepwater China Convention 2012 organized by CDMC in Guangzhou, China. The theme of this year’s event, “Analyzing E&P Contracts, Technologies and New Market Developments,” offers an unparalleled networking platform for cooperation in Deepwater Project in South China Sea, and especially focuses on the latest developments in the South China subsea exploration. This is the only regional conference focused entirely on Deepwater Project Development in South China Sea.

The IMMR 2012 was planned to communicate the new scientific knowledge on marine resources for the understanding and sustainability of our planet. Our scientific programme has all the focus on innovative research in the fisheries and management, aquaculture, conservation and biodiversity, marine biotechnology and also seafood technology.

XXXII School of Hydraulics, similarly to previous events, is intended to provide a forum for scientists and engineers working in the field of broadly understood hydraulics. By bringing together experts (academics and practitioners) as well as young scientists, we hope to create a very good atmosphere for scientific debate and learning and also to make this occasion an enjoyable experience for the participants.

This Congress named Argentina y Ambiente 2012, will take place from May 28th to June the 1st, under the headline of “A crosscutting and comprehensive look at environmental problems”.

The ECFF 2012 Conference will bring together the most recent researcher’s works on biology and ecology of freshwater fish, as well as their ecosystem functioning and threats.

This conference will certainly provide unique moments of hard science, but also allow for more relaxed discussion by the riverside while experiencing the richness of Portuguese gastronomy.

The purpose of the conference is to provide a solutions-based forum and to exchange information regarding research activities and plans for studying the relationship between climate and environment changes and human activities with specific focuse on water related matters. Attendees will include scientists, engineers, managers, legislators, NGO representatives and policy makers involved in water, climate and environment related matters.

The theme for the 2012 State Conference is 'Raining a Revolution' and focuses on critically assessing the reforms required across the industry, alongside the challenges and opportunities of implementing them, to better manage stormwater in Queensland.

The Symposium represents the culmination of the second phase of NUFU supported project "Education, Research and Training for Sustainable Management of Himalayan Watersheds" (HIMUNET), which has been a network project among four universities.

FRIAR 2012 is the third conference in this successful series. The conference started at the Institution of Civil Engineers in London in 2008 and was reconvened at the Lombardy Region in Milano in 2010. Flooding is a global phenomenon that claims numerous lives worldwide each year. In addition, many more people must endure the homelessness, disease and crop failures that are left in the wake of floods.

Be part of an informative, dynamic and innovative Forum on New Corporate Thinking in Global Water Technology. Dialogue with distinguished innovation leaders, investors, CEO’s and entrepreneurs on new insights, new market segments, new research and the changing water landscape. Explore action-oriented topics like: What is new in emerging markets and how can companies access these markets; who is innovating and where are these new opportunities; how can you protect your technology advantage; how to accelerate market adoption of new technology solutions and how water intersects with LEED.

The fourth annual global Water for Food Conference, May 30-June 1, 2012, will bring together experts from around the world to discuss how advances in science, technology and policy will help rainfed and irrigated agriculture sustainably feed an increasingly hungry and thirsty world.