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May 12, 2025
Today marks a major milestone for the Institute of Water as we officially celebrate our 80th anniversary.
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April 30, 2025
As part of our “80 Years of IWater” campaign, we’re aiming to share 80 stories from our members and volunteers…
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April 25, 2025
The Institute of Water has submitted its response to the Cunliffe Review, led by the Independent Water Commission, highlighting the critical importance of investing in people, skills and professional standards across the water sector.
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April 2, 2025
The Institute of Water is delighted to announce the appointment of Oliver Grievson and Sally Walters as its new Co-Vice Presidents of Engineering.
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March 10, 2025
We are thrilled to kick off the campaign with a special blog from Simon Bennett, Market Improvement Lead at MOSL, who reflects on his journey as an IWater volunteer and member.
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February 27, 2025
As we mark Chartered Week 2025, we’re excited to share an inspiring story from Jo Parker MBE CEng FIWater, Vice President Engineering at the Institute of Water.
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February 26, 2025
The Institute of Water (IWater) is thrilled to announce the successful renewal of its licence to award professional registrations on…
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February 25, 2025
The Society for the Environment (SocEnv) has officially opened nominations for the prestigious 2025 SocEnv Awards! This is a fantastic…
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February 24, 2025
The Institute of Water (IWater) is proud to participate in Chartered Week 2025, the first in an ongoing annual national…
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February 4, 2025
The Institute of Water (IWater) is proud to celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2025, marking eight decades of supporting and developing professionals in the water sector.
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January 30, 2025
The Institute of Water (IWater) is proud to introduce the 2025 Rising Stars, a group of outstanding professionals from across…
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December 19, 2024
After nine years of outstanding service as the Institute of Water’s Vice President Environment, we extend our heartfelt thanks to…
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November 28, 2024
As one of the eight founding bodies of SocEnv, the Institute of Water has played a pivotal role in nurturing environmental professionalism within the water sector. Through its support for the CEnv registration, IWater continues to empower its members to lead the way in sustainability, innovation, and environmental excellence.
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October 3, 2024
As President, Susan will lead on the Annual Conference 2025, which is IWater’s flagship event and is expected to take place in the South West next September for its 80th Anniversary.
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September 27, 2024
We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Institute of Water’s 2025 Rising Stars Programme! This…
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September 19, 2024
The Institute of Water is proud to announce that Bob Taylor, CEO of Portsmouth Water, has been awarded the 2024…
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July 23, 2024
The volunteer-run Pride in the South West Award annually honors individuals dedicated to water advocacy, enriching the lives of people,…
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June 3, 2024
In honour of National Volunteer Week, we have planned a digital campaign that celebrates our volunteers who underpin our work,…
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June 3, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Gina Turner has joined IWater's HO team as our new Membership and Communications Coordinator!
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May 12, 2024
In exactly one year, on May 12th, 2025, the Institute of Water (IWater) will be celebrating its 80th anniversary! In 1945,…
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April 22, 2024
Happy World Earth Day 2024! Today, as we celebrate, it’s an opportunity to reflect on our collective commitment to preserving and protecting…
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March 22, 2024
As we come together to celebrate World Water Day, let us reflect on the vital importance of water in sustaining…
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March 15, 2024
Excitement is brewing as Utility Week Live 2024 approaches. We are once again partnering with this fantastic event, delivering a…
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March 8, 2024
Happy International Women’s Day from the Institute of Water! As a membership body committed to fostering inclusivity, we align with…
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March 4, 2024
Have you ever wondered how to share your CPD story within the water sector? When someone asks about your CPD…
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November 29, 2023
By Mia Tarrant, Process Scientist, Severn Trent It’s been another busy quarter for the Rising Stars, starting with a workshop…
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September 29, 2023
The Institute of Water’s Northern Area has appointed a new President, Monisha Gower, Assets Director at Northumbrian Water. Outgoing Northern…
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July 7, 2023
Last Thursday evening (29th June 2023), the Welsh Area hosted the 17th Annual Innovation Awards at Chapter Arts Centre in…
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June 1, 2023
In April, we opened applications for the volunteer role of Young Persons’ Network National Co-Rep to help support our YPN.…
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May 5, 2023
Action to protect the environment and fix leaks must be a priority for water companies to build trust with their…
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April 28, 2023
In the first quarter of 2023, IWater’s environmental licensing body, Society for the Environment confirmed a greater number of new…
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April 25, 2023
Language is important. It’s why I use Police Officer over Policeman, Chair rather than Chairman and why I put my…
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April 21, 2023
During a special set of events ahead of Earth Day, Engineers Ireland have today unveiled a new, exciting opportunity to…
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April 20, 2023
The Consumer Council for Water has gone behind closed doors to explore households’ more unusual and often wasteful water habits.…
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April 19, 2023
Do you want to be involved in the running of IWater’s Young Persons’ Network (YPN), helping it expand and thrive? If…
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April 18, 2023
Institute of Water’s Licensing body, the Science Council have announced that Professor Della Freeth has been appointed Chief Executive, starting…
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March 22, 2023
Today, on World Water Day, we are excited to announce that MOSL has launched its first Sustainability Plan. The plan…
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March 9, 2023
Since I joined IWater I’ve had an incredibly warm welcome into the IWater family and have learned a lot about…
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March 8, 2023
Severn Trent have signed a £100 million contract to build a new water treatment works that will help provide up…
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February 15, 2023
At our 2022 Annual Conference in Leeds, Professor Tony Conway gave our participants a tongue-in-cheek humorous presentation on “How Not…
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May 12, 2025
Today marks a major milestone for the Institute of Water as we officially celebrate our 80th anniversary.
Read more
April 30, 2025
As part of our “80 Years of IWater” campaign, we’re aiming to share 80 stories from our members and volunteers…
Read more
April 25, 2025
The Institute of Water has submitted its response to the Cunliffe Review, led by the Independent Water Commission, highlighting the critical importance of investing in people, skills and professional standards across the water sector.
Read more
April 2, 2025
The Institute of Water is delighted to announce the appointment of Oliver Grievson and Sally Walters as its new Co-Vice Presidents of Engineering.
Read more
March 10, 2025
We are thrilled to kick off the campaign with a special blog from Simon Bennett, Market Improvement Lead at MOSL, who reflects on his journey as an IWater volunteer and member.
Read more
February 27, 2025
As we mark Chartered Week 2025, we’re excited to share an inspiring story from Jo Parker MBE CEng FIWater, Vice President Engineering at the Institute of Water.
Read more
February 26, 2025
The Institute of Water (IWater) is thrilled to announce the successful renewal of its licence to award professional registrations on…
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February 25, 2025
The Society for the Environment (SocEnv) has officially opened nominations for the prestigious 2025 SocEnv Awards! This is a fantastic…
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