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The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management is an independent professional body & charity, working for a clean, green and sustainable world.
🚨OUT NOW🚨 Water regulator Ofwat is to be axed, but what will replace it? 🤔And what other big water sector shake-ups can we expect (or not expect) following this week's review? 🌊 Tune in to the latest episode of the ECO Chamber ft. guest @CIWEM's @al_chisholm to find out 💡
@CIWEM director of policy @al_chisholm has shared his deep-dive on the Independent Water Commission final report. ➡️Read it here: ciwem.org/news/cunliffe-… Alastair also joined @Niki_Roach_ for a special episode of @PlanetP_ossible. ➡️ Listen here: bit.ly/PP_cunliffe
Last month, apprentice George Hollyhead attended CIWEM’s Flood & Coast 2025 Conference at the Telford International Centre. Read the full article which details George's thoughts and take-aways from the event: @CIWEM rabconsultants.co.uk/news/flood-coa…
Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) just make sense. So, what’s the hold-up? In this article for #CIWEM, Paul reflects on the journey so far, analyses the newly-announced #SuDS standards, and looks at the way forward when it comes to SuDS in England. ciwem.org/news/suds-comm…
SPECIAL Cunliffe Review Reaction episode out now! Huge changes recommended for UK water sector. @al_chisholm from @CIWEM gives expert analysis. Does it go far enough for campaigners and the public? What do water sector workers think? Will it work? 🎧➡️ bit.ly/PP_cunliffe
BREAKING: Ofwat abolished in biggest overhaul of water since privatisation. New water regulator established to cut pollution into our rivers and protect families from massive bill hikes. Water responsibilities across four regulators merged into one. gov.uk/government/new…
The @EnvAgency want to break the "doom loop" that threatens to trip up the progress of nature-based solutions. And @theriverstrust want them backed and delivered properly. Much insightful discussion on our new episode out today. 🎧➡️ bit.ly/PP_nature_base…
The People's Commission on the Water Sector - Cleaner, Cheaper, Fairer in Public Ownership. …oplescommissiononthewatersector.co.uk/general-2-3-1
I'm delighted to announce that I have been awarded the @CIWEM Presidential Award in the Early Careers category! It's an honour to be recognised for my achievements and progress in the first five years of my career.
It's widely said we need to move water from wetter to drier parts of the country. Maybe, but why not start with making better use of what falls on our rooftops etc first? Rain: we get plenty of it but we don't use it very intelligently and we should. theguardian.com/environment/20…
This year marked a pivotal shift in environmental policy: wild-living beavers are now officially allowed to return to English waterways. @evabishop & Jess Chappell dive into what it means for nature, people & climate resilience - featured in @CIWEM’s summer magazine.
Good discussion here in #TheGuardian, alongside expert insights from CIWEM's @al_chisholm and @theriverstrust's Mark Lloyd. ➡️theguardian.com/environment/20…
It's widely said we need to move water from wetter to drier parts of the country. Maybe, but why not start with making better use of what falls on our rooftops etc first? Rain: we get plenty of it but we don't use it very intelligently and we should. theguardian.com/environment/20…
New standards for sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) could herald a 'sponge cities' approach to new development, reducing flood risk, pollution, heat impact. BUT without a mandatory implementation mechanism their potential could come to nought: ciwem.org/news/new-suds-…
We’ve published our report on priorities for the water sector, calling on Sir Jon Cunliffe and the Water Commission not to shy away from “root and branch” reforms. Read the report: publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cmse…
💧🚨Introducing: Making #SpaceForWater UK rivers are in crisis. With @nationaltrust , @BeaverTrust, and Woodland Trust, we are calling on the government to urgently fund a nature-rich river corridor network. ✍️Sign the petition, help restore #rivers: makingspaceforwater.com
We're delighted to announce that CIWEM trustee Steve Thompsett has been awarded Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE)! This award recognises his work & dedication to services to Water Management, Education & the Environment. 🔗 ciwem.org/news/ciwem-tru…
One of the highlights from #FloodandCoast25 day two was the session "Many chefs, one menu". Chaired by 'Head chef' @Niki_Roach_ 'chefs' from diverse sectors explored topics including funding, measuring value & impact, working beyond silos + maintaining aging infrastructure.
🚨BREAKING NEWS!🚨 5⃣0⃣ - Over 50 environmental groups have joined to demand that the Government increase funding to DEFRA and fully resource the regulators. ✉️ A letter sent to Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer and Chancellor @RachelReevesMP warns that Labour’s credibility on…
Today at @floodandcoast , @CIWEM's Paul Shaffer will be delivering a session: "Delivering confidence in Property Flood Resilience". ⏰ 12:30-13:00 (BST) 📆 05 June 2025 📍 Critical People Skills Stage (Hall 1) You can also find us at stand PF2. #FloodandCoast25 #FC2025 #CIWEM
Day one of Flood & Coast 2025 is now underway! #CIWEM President Hannah Burgess and Director of Learning and Organisational Development Darren Eckford delivered the opening presentation, sharing an inspiring introduction to this year's Flood & Coast. #FC2025 #FloodandCoast25