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Agenda 2024
DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, 11 DECEMBER, 2024
0830 - 0930 REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
0930 - 0940 OPENING ADDRESS
0940 - 1005 INCREASING TRANSPARENCY IN STORM OVERFLOW REGULATION – OUR JOURNEY IN ENGLAND
- Reviewing the history and technical aspects of Event Duration Monitoring rollout in England
- Impact of the Environment Act 2021 on real-time reporting and continuous monitoring
- Developing the Storm Overflow Discharge Reduction Plan and future regulatory steps
Judy Proctor
Environment Agency
Environment Agency
1005 - 1010 Q&A SESSION ON STORM OVERFLOW REGULATION AND TRANSPARENCY
1010 - 1030 SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
- Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
- Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
- Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!
Conference Host
1030 - 1100 MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1100 - 1130 PANEL DISCUSSION ON RECENT ADVANCEMENTS IN SUSTAINABLE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
- Designing effective green-blue infrastructure and ecosystem-based solutions to mitigate climate change
- Leveraging stormwater management through a systems perspective to assess impacts and develop new partnerships
- Synergy between stormwater management and Water Positive, contributing to corporate water stewardship
Joanna Rayss | Zieleniarium
Eoghan Kilroy | Arup
Alejandro Sturniolo | Water Positive
Eoghan Kilroy | Arup
Alejandro Sturniolo | Water Positive
1130 - 1155 STORMWATER PRE-TREATMENT, DECENTRALISED STORAGE AND REUSE IN AN EU TAXONOMY AND ESG POINT OF VIEW
- Examining EU legislation and the WFD polluter pays principle and their implications
- Strategies to harmonise these regulations with an ESG perspective on stormwater management
- Discussing best practices, effective solutions, and overcoming challenges in stormwater reuse
Károly Kovács
Hungarian Water Association
Hungarian Water Association
1155 - 1200 Q&A SESSION ON STORMWATER STORAGE AND ESG PRACTICES
1200 - 1330 NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE STORMWATER EXHIBITION
1330 - 1400 PANEL DISCUSSION ON NAVIGATING THE CHALLENGES OF URBAN STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
- Managing climate and urban impacts with effective solutions by shifting from 'grey' to nature-based infrastructure
- Strategies for treating highway runoff, securing funding, and maintaining green infrastructure and drainage systems
- Ensuring water quality compliance and leveraging IT, AI, and digital twins for future urban stormwater management
Eoghan Kilroy | Arup
Jo Bradley | Stormwater Shepherds
Jonas Lantman | Nelen & Schuurmans
Jo Bradley | Stormwater Shepherds
Jonas Lantman | Nelen & Schuurmans
1400 - 1425 ANALYSIS OF THE CAUSES OF FLOODS IN THE SARAJEVO CANTON AREA WITH PROPOSED MEASURES
- Reviewing flood occurrences and identifying their main causes in the Sarajevo Canton area
- Assessing riverbed conditions, the capacity, and maintenance levels in light of climate change impacts
- Proposing practical measures to reduce flood risks and improve resilience in the region
Senada Dizdar
City of Sarajevo
City of Sarajevo
1425 - 1430 Q&A SESSION ON FLOOD CAUSES AND PROPOSED SOLUTIONS IN SARAJEVO CANTON
1430 - 1455 STORM OVERFLOW REDUCTION THROUGH NOVEL CATCHMENT SOLUTIONS – CASE STUDIES FROM UK WATER COMPANY
- Identifying root causes of storm overflow using machine learning techniques
- Implementing catchment optimization and source control strategies
- Demonstrating results from multiple interventions and scaling plans to £1bn
Nick Mills
Southern Water
Southern Water
1455 - 1500 Q&A SESSION ON REDUCING STORM OVERFLOW WITH ADVANCED CATCHMENT TECHNIQUES
1500 - 1530 AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1530 - 1600 PANEL DISCUSSION ON INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR STORMWATER TREATMENT AND REUSE
1600 - 1625 30 YEARS STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND CLIMATE ADAPTATION IN THE NETHERLANDS
- Insights on Dutch climate adaptation measures using three tools for nature-based solutions
- Examining hydraulic and environmental experiments on biofiltration, swales, and rain gardens
- Testing, modeling, and maintenance planning for NBS with real-world data
Floris Boogaard
Deltares
Deltares
1625 - 1630 Q&A SESSION ONSTORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND CLIMATE ADAPTATION
1630 - 1655 HEAVY RAINFALL INDICATION MAP IN GERMANY USING THE EXAMPLE OF BERLIN
- Developing a nationwide map to track water levels and flash flood flow paths across Germany
- Utilising data preparation, model development, and 2D surface modelling for rainfall scenarios
- Collaborating with governments and engineers to complete the map by 2025
Benjamin Creutzfeldt
Senatsverwaltung für Mobilität, Verkehr, Klimaschutz und Umwelt
Senatsverwaltung für Mobilität, Verkehr, Klimaschutz und Umwelt
1655 - 1700 Q&A SESSION ON DEVELOPING GERMANY’S HEAVY RAINFALL MAP
1700 - 1725 LEAKY WATER BUTTS: SMART CHOICE OR DRAINING OUR RESOURCES?
- Comparing traditional, leaky, and smart water butts for effectiveness and financial value
- Assessing the role of water butts in alleviating CSO spills and surface water flooding
- Examining findings from Deal, Kent, and their implications for UK Water Companies
Neil Sewell
SDS Limited
SDS Limited
1725 - 1730 Q&A SESSION ON EFFECTIVENESS AND VALUE OF LEAKY WATER BUTTS
1730 - 1830 NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
DAY 2: THURSDAY, 12 DECEMBER, 2024
0900 - 0930 MORNING REFRESHMENTS
0930 - 0940 OPENING ADDRESS
0940 - 1005 NATIONAL STORM OVERFLOW HUB
- Showcasing real-time data on storm overflows across England through an online platform
- Offering open access to APIs, enabling third-party usage for industry and regulatory purposes
- Serving as a central data hub, managed by an independent group of government and stakeholders
Leila Swan
Water UK
Water UK
1005 - 1010 Q&A SESSION ON THE BENEFITS OF REAL-TIME MONITORING AND DATA HUB
1010 - 1035 ECO-FRIENDLY REHABILITATION OF STORM WATER SYSTEMS
- Assessing storm water networks for leaks, poor condition, and suitability issues
- Using remote cameras, lidar, and drones for condition assessment and flow modeling
- Employing non-invasive long-term repairs such as cured-in-place and spray lining
- Presenting case studies from around the world showcasing successful implementations
Ian Ramsay | Deon Pohorille
NuFlow Technologies
NuFlow Technologies
1035 - 1040 Q&A SESSION ON IMPACT AND BENEFITS OF LANDSCAPE-LED BLUE-GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
1040 - 1100 MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1100 - 1125 NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS FOR URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT AND RESILIENCE
- Introducing flexible and adaptable nature-based systems for stormwater management
- Showcasing key projects like Sèmè City Campus and the Savasse River revitalization
- Discussing the broader ecological, social, and economic benefits of these innovative approaches
Zofia Mlocek
Atelier LD Paris
Atelier LD Paris
1125 - 1130 Q&A SESSION ON INTEGRATING NATURAL-BASED SYSTEMS IN URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT
1130 - 1155 IMPROVING OPERATIONAL STRATEGY FOR CSO REDUCTION USING AI OPTIMISATION AND HYDRAULIC MODELING
- Achieving a 20% CSO volume reduction during typical rainfall events in a large Paris catchment
- Leveraging AI optimisation and hydraulic modeling to enhance operational strategies for CSO reduction
Thomas Van Becelaere
Optimatics
Optimatics
1155 - 1200 Q&A SESSION ON IMPROVING OPERATIONAL STRATEGIES FOR CSO REDUCTION
1200 - 1225 RUBBER CHECK VALVE APPLICATION OVERVIEW AND CLONMEL FLOOD DEFENCE CASE STUDY
- Highlighting the benefits of rubber check valves, including duckbill and inline designs
- Maximising gravity drainage in SUDS with reliable, low-maintenance rubber check valves
- Reviewing the Clonmel Flood Defence case study, award-winning design, and performance
Mark Radford
MeasurIT Technologies Ltd.
MeasurIT Technologies Ltd.
1225 - 1230 Q&A SESSION ON HOW RUBBER CHECK VALVES ARE USED TO DELIVER SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
1230 - 1245 FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW
1245 - 1400 NETWORKING LUNCH
Key topics for 2024:
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Evaluating economic models for stormwater management
Analyse viable funding options such as incentives, grants, and public-private partnerships to enhance stormwater infrastructure -
Reducing flood and sewer overflow through green infrastructure
Demonstrate how integrating sustainable, nature-based solutions into legacy urban frameworks can effectively control flooding and sewer overflows -
Advancements in collection and treatment systems for enhanced resource utilisation
Explore advanced technologies for stormwater collection and treatment, focusing on improving sustainability and efficiency -
New technologies in smart stormwater systems and advanced modelling
Leverage cutting-edge technologies such as IoT, AI, and predictive analytics for superior stormwater monitoring and control -
Meeting regulatory standards in stormwater management
Examine approaches to synchronise industrial stormwater practices with current environmental regulations, focusing on pollution reduction and ecological responsibility -
Case studies on eco-friendly stormwater development strategies
Share real-world examples from various regions and sectors, showcasing successful sustainable management initiatives and outcomes
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