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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.

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.

September 27, 2024

We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Institute of Water’s 2025 Rising Stars Programme! This…

September 19, 2024

The Institute of Water is proud to announce that Bob Taylor, CEO of Portsmouth Water, has been awarded the 2024…

July 23, 2024

The volunteer-run Pride in the South West Award annually honors individuals dedicated to water advocacy, enriching the lives of people,…

June 3, 2024

In honour of National Volunteer Week, we have planned a digital campaign that celebrates our volunteers who underpin our work,…

June 3, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Gina Turner has joined IWater's HO team as our new Membership and Communications Coordinator!

May 12, 2024

In exactly one year, on May 12th, 2025, the Institute of Water (IWater) will be celebrating its 80th anniversary! In 1945,…

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…

March 22, 2024

As we come together to celebrate World Water Day, let us reflect on the vital importance of water in sustaining…

March 15, 2024

Excitement is brewing as Utility Week Live 2024 approaches. We are once again partnering with this fantastic event, delivering a…

March 8, 2024

Happy International Women’s Day from the Institute of Water! As a membership body committed to fostering inclusivity, we align with…

March 4, 2024

Have you ever wondered how to share your CPD story within the water sector? When someone asks about your CPD…

November 29, 2023

By Mia Tarrant, Process Scientist, Severn Trent It’s been another busy quarter for the Rising Stars, starting with a workshop…

September 29, 2023

The Institute of Water’s Northern Area has appointed a new President, Monisha Gower, Assets Director at Northumbrian Water. Outgoing Northern…

July 7, 2023

Last Thursday evening (29th June 2023), the Welsh Area hosted the 17th Annual Innovation Awards at Chapter Arts Centre in…

June 1, 2023

In April, we opened applications for the volunteer role of Young Persons’ Network National Co-Rep to help support our YPN.…

May 5, 2023

Action to protect the environment and fix leaks must be a priority for water companies to build trust with their…

April 28, 2023

In the first quarter of 2023, IWater’s environmental licensing body, Society for the Environment confirmed a greater number of new…

April 25, 2023

Language is important. It’s why I use Police Officer over Policeman, Chair rather than Chairman and why I put my…

April 21, 2023

During a special set of events ahead of Earth Day, Engineers Ireland have today unveiled a new, exciting opportunity to…

April 20, 2023

The Consumer Council for Water has gone behind closed doors to explore households’ more unusual and often wasteful water habits.…

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…

April 18, 2023

Institute of Water’s Licensing body, the Science Council have announced that Professor Della Freeth has been appointed Chief Executive, starting…

March 22, 2023

Today, on World Water Day, we are excited to announce that MOSL has launched its first Sustainability Plan. The plan…

March 9, 2023

Since I joined IWater I’ve had an incredibly warm welcome into the IWater family and have learned a lot about…

March 8, 2023

Severn Trent have signed a £100 million contract to build a new water treatment works that will help provide up…

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…

February 2, 2023

Nominations are now open for both the Environmental Professional of the Year and Registrant Newcomer of the Year awards. As…

February 2, 2023

The largest rise in the average household water and sewerage bill for almost 20 years could prove a tipping point…

February 1, 2023

NI Water is pleased to announce the completion of phase one a major Flood Alleviation Project to upgrade the sewerage…

January 24, 2023

NI Water’s project team working on the new Ballykelly Wastewater Treatment Works has been awarded the Institution of Civil Engineers…

August 31, 2022

NI Water is celebrating having been awarded the Silver Diversity Charter Mark by Diversity Mark. The prestigious award recognises the…

August 26, 2022

NI Water will commence work in early September to install a new storm sewer on a section of Mallusk Road…

August 11, 2022

Lintott Control Systems, as part of Galliford Try’s Environment team, has successfully secured a place on two lots on Northumbrian…

August 3, 2022

More than 1,400 households in West Cumbria are the first to receive their water from a brand new £300m pipeline…

August 1, 2022

Under immense pressure to optimise assets, reduce leakage and prioritise the journey to net-zero, water industry professionals need to find…

July 18, 2022

Are you an early career working in the water industry or academia? Are you interested in providing solutions to the…

July 12, 2022

NI Water and the Social Value Unit at the Strategic Investment Board (SIB) shared this message with public, private and…

June 14, 2022

As well as being the Institute of Water’s President and CEO of Portsmouth Water, Bob Taylor has been a regular…