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2 Welcome IWA Young Water Professionals Conference is returning for a 17th year in March The event continues to be ambitious, hosting a larger and more diverse audience this year than ever before. Attendees include representatives from water companies, regulators, contractors and researchers. Inspiring guest speakers and young professionals will discuss the global issues affecting our industry, highlighting new innovative ideas and the latest research on sustainable development. There will also be a strong focus on networking and Continued Professional Development (CPD), allowing people who are new to our industry a chance to build strong professional connections and learn from those with more experience. Thank You to our Supporters Our Careers Forum Participants

3 Conference Agenda Registration Wednesday 30 March AM Welcome to the University Morten Hviid- Director, Centre for Competition Policy & Professor of Law at UEA Introduction to the International Water Association Paul Chadwick- Director, Mott MacDonald and IWA Board Member Networking & CPD activities with Ian Limb & Robin Price from the Institute of Water Board of Directors Planet Session Session Chair Andy Brown- Head of Sustainability, Anglian Water Keynote Address Kevin Hiscock- Head of School of Environmental Sciences, UEA PM Young Professional Presentations Sophie Edwards (Bristol Water) Biodiversity Index Rosi Destiani (Imperial College) Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria and Genes in Drinking Water Occurrence and Control Chrysoula Papacharalampou (Bath University) Structuring Integrated Asset Management in the Water Sector Richard Cooper (University of East Anglia) Antecedent Conditions, Hydrological Connectivity and Anthropogenic Inputs: Factors Affecting Nitrate and Phosphorus Transfers to Agricultural Headwater Streams Workshop & Debate Facilitated by Andy Brown

4 Drinks Reception The Assembly House, Norwich city centre (coaches will depart from outside the Julian Study Centre immediately after the final session to bring delegates into town) Speeches Mark Pendlington- Group Director of Corporate Affairs, Anglian Water Lord Mayor of Norwich, Councillor Brenda Arthur Thursday 31 st March People Session Session Chair Amanda Fletton Senior Programme Manager, UK Water Industry Research Ltd. (UKWIR) AM Keynote Address Paul Valleley Director of Water Services, Anglian Water Young Professional Presentations Ellin Lede (University of East Anglia) Motivating water conservation behaviour without financial incentives: a field study Meshi Taka (Northumbrian Water) The Fellgate Flood Alleviation Scheme Oriana Romano (The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) Water Governance in cities: an OECD perspective Jeram Mallis (City West Water, Australia) The Development Opportunities of Drought Proofing Alternative Water Projects in Melbourne, Australia

5 Midday Facilitated Poster Session Poster presentations from young water professionals and academics will be presented to delegates, with an opportunity for questions and more in-depth discussion Careers Forum A chance for delegates to meet with national and international employers and discuss the range of opportunities available in water related industries Profit Session Session Chair Ben Tam- Senior Technology Consultant, ISLE Technologies PM Keynote Address Simon Morris- Project Manager, CH2M HILL Young Professional Presentations Peter Melville-Shreeve (Exeter University) Triple Bottom Line Rainwater Management: Rainwater Harvesting with Integrated Stormwater Control Musa Manga (Leeds University) Helminth eggs Inactivation during Co-composting of Faecal Sludge with Bulking Agents Olga Murujew (Cranfield University) Evaluation of a ballasted coagulation system for very low phosphorus effluent discharge Jonathan Choksey (Mott Macdonald) Improving Service Sustainability of Rural Pump Systems in Timor- Leste Innovation Workshop

6 18.30 til late Gala Dinner St. Andrew s Hall, Norwich city centre (delegates will have an opportunity to go back to their accommodation at the end of the day, and are encouraged to take public transport or shared cars and taxis to the venue) During the evening, delegates will enjoy welcome drinks, a 3-course dinner in a historic Hall, fundraising activities with WaterAid, and after-dinner entertainment Friday 1 st April Group Tour There will be two options available for the group tour on Friday morning, details below Tour & Talk at Heigham Water Treatment Works A chance to look behind the gates at one of Anglian Water s Water Treatment Works, including a talk from the site manager Coaches will depart from outside the Julian Study Centre on the UEA campus at 9.30am Please note this tour is limited to 40 spaces only. Places will be assigned on a first-come-first-served basis at Registration on the first morning of the conference. Sustainability Tour of the UEA Campus Built on 130 hectares of beautiful parkland on the outskirts of the historic city of Norwich, the UEA campus is one of the most innovative in the country. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about all the sustainability features across the campus, including the brand new Enterprise Centre.

7 University of East Anglia The University of East Anglia is ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world and in the latest Research Excellence Framework, with more than 82% of UEA research being classified either world-leading or internationally excellent. The university is also a leading member of Norwich Research Park, one of Europe s biggest concentrations of researchers in the fields of environment, health and plant science. UEA continues to lead the way in research for a sustainable future and, as such, is a perfect location for this year s conference. The campus is located in 320 acres of parkland, within easy distance of Norwich city centre. Norwich A historic city In the 11 th Century, Norwich was the largest city in England after London, and this rich heritage can be seen right across the city in its stunning old buildings and cobbled streets. In more recent times, this university city has become one of the most vibrant cities in Europe, and is a hotbed for the arts, culture, music, nightlife and tourism. Lining the cobbled streets are independent shops, restaurants and bars and it s a great place for a night out!

8 Drinks Reception The Assembly House This year s drinks reception will be held at the prestigious Assembly House in Norwich city centre. This Georgian building has an illustrious history, including hosting a commemorative ball for Admiral Nelson s famous victory at Trafalgar in Guests will enjoy a glass of bubbly and canapés while networking with colleagues, peers and friends. The venue is in the centre of the city, so guests will have the opportunity to carry on the evening in Norwich s many restaurants, bars and pubs. Speakers on the evening: Lord Mayor of Norwich Councillor Brenda Arthur Anglian Water Group Director of Corporate Affairs, Mark Pendlington Gala Dinner St. Andrew s Hall Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal in a beautiful and historic setting, right in the heart of the city. St. Andrew s Hall is the centerpiece of the most complete medieval friary complex in the country. With beamed ceilings, stained glass windows and limestone columns it is a stunning setting for our gala dinner event. The evening will begin with a welcome drink at the neighbouring Blackfriar s Hall, and will include fantastic food and entertainment throughout the evening, all in support of WaterAid.

9 Our Speakers Paul Valleley Director of Water Services at Anglian Water Paul joined Anglian Water in 1990 with an Honours degree in Geography, including a specialisation in Environmental Impact Assessment. Paul has worked in operational areas his entire career and has been at the sharp end of both Water and Wastewater processes and management. Paul started work as a Graduate Trainee when he carried out a variety of FLM roles in water networks, wastewater collection, water treatment and water supply. He remained focussed on operational management roles at both junior and senior management level. On 1 January 2005 he became OMC Programme Manager to implement Anglian Water s new approach to operational work management by setting up the Operational Management Centre implementing centralised work scheduling and control which remains the foundation of Anglian Water s operational approach today. In 2008 Paul took over as Director of Water Services and has completed the Business Leaders Programme at Cranfield. Last year Paul achieved status as a Chartered Environmentalist, he is currently President of the Eastern Area of the Institute of Water. Kevin Hiscock Head of School of Environmental Sciences at UEA Kevin Hiscock is Professor and Head of School of Environmental Sciences at the University of East Anglia. Following a first degree in Environmental Sciences at UEA, Kevin joined the School of Earth Sciences at the University of Birmingham as a PhD student and then Research Fellow during which time he studied the hydrochemistry and influence of past climatic change on groundwater conditions in the Chalk aquifer of Eastern England. Upon returning to UEA in 1989 as a lecturer, Kevin developed applications in stable isotope chemistry to further understand the hydrogeology of aquifer systems both in the UK and overseas, giving particular emphasis to the fate of nitrate contamination in aquifers. In the last five years, Kevin has been part of a multi-partner project investigating how agricultural contaminants impacting on both surface water and groundwater can be mitigated by improved farm management practices. In 2005, Kevin published a major textbook on the principles and practice of hydrogeology that draws on international case studies to demonstrate the integral role of groundwater in environmental systems.

10 Our Speakers cont. Simon Morris Project Manager, CH2M Water Europe Business Group Simon graduated from University of Plymouth in 2003, starting with Halcrow working on a number of water projects from flood risk assessments and reservoir design to water supply and major tidal barriers. Project manager on Thames Tideway Tunnels project. 3.8bn 25km long 8.2m diameter tunnel, working within the construction integration team working on various packages from interfaces with the Lee Tunnel and leading the construction teams input into the Development Consent Orders Public Hearings to coordinating the construction input into the project due diligence study for the investors. Mark Pendlington Group Director of Corporate Affairs at Anglian Water Mark joined Anglian Water Group in His priorities include managing the reputation of the business to our customers and wide range of external stakeholders. He introduced the Love Every Drop concept to the business as part of his wider role in helping to lead the important debates around sustainability, regional growth and climate change. He joined AWG from BAA Stansted, where he was Board member with particular responsibility for business development and strategic communications. Previously, Mark was Chief Executive of the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), a national membership organisation dedicated to the economic health and social well being of the diverse rural economy. His background also includes senior appointments in the environment, transport and energy sectors. Mark is currently Chairman of the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership; he is a Trustee of The Prince s Countryside Fund; Patron of the Green Light Trust; and Board member of University Campus Suffolk, and the University of East Anglia s Low Carbon Innovation Fund. He is also on the regional leadership teams of Business in the Community and the CBI.

11 Our Session Chairs Andy Brown Head of Sustainability at Anglian Water Andy Brown is responsible for overseeing the delivery of Anglian Water s sustainability strategy Love Every Drop. Love Every Drop is about putting water at the heart of a whole new way of living. As well as overseeing the strategy he has direct responsibility for the teams delivering the community education, customer engagement, public affairs and employee volunteering programmes across the east of England. He has worked in biodiversity, climate change adaptation and sustainability for the past 20 years. He is a member of the BITC national Water Taskforce, is an advisor on the external Sustainability Panel for Tarmac and is a Trustee of the Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust. Ben Tam Amanda Fletton Senior Programme Manager, UK Water Industry Research Ltd. (UKWIR) Mandy joined UKWIR in January as Senior Programme Manager. Mandy was educated at Hull and Anglian Ruskin Universities, is a Chartered Chemist and was until recently Environmental Regulation Manager for Anglian Water. She was also the Chair of the industry s Wastes and Recycling Network and a member of the Wastewater network. She has been Programme Lead for the UKWIR programme area of Sludge and Waste Management for the last six years building up an impressive and coordinated series of projects. Mandy will be helping to drive UKWIR s strategic programme forward as well as providing support to UKWIR s Project Managers and developing collaborative relationships with external organisations. Senior Technology Consultant at Isle Utilities Ben is a Senior Technology Consultant at Isle with a background in science and innovation, which started out with a PhD in biochemistry. Since then he has worked in the water industry fulfilling a variety of scientific and managerial roles. Ben is particularly interested in scientific problem solving and managing the complexities and challenges of implementing new technologies, strategies and ideas. He managed a wide portfolio of innovation projects at Anglian Water, which enabled him to develop his expertise and scientific knowledge of water quality, water and wastewater treatment processes. In addition, Ben has experience in data management, multimedia customer engagement and smart water networks.