• Aquaterra
• Aquaindustry
• Aquainnovation

This three-day conference on integrated solutions will provide a comprehensive programme of three thematic fields, which, in addition to technical issues, will focus primarily on management, policy, innovation and economics.

The three themes are:

- Aquaterra: World Forum on Delta and Coastal Development

- Aquaindustry: Industrial water solutions

- Aquainnovation: Accelerating innovation in the water sector

Aquaterra – The future of Deltas

Aquaterra is organized in Amsterdam for the third time. This year, it will be combined with two other conferences which integrate seamlessly with the theme of water management in low-lying and densely populated river deltas.

Aquaterra is intended for anyone who feels involved in the future of low-lying, densely populated river deltas.

There is increasing awareness of how extremely sensitive rivers are to climate change. The previous edition of Aquaterra in February 2009 made a significant contribution to this with the Aquaterra statement, which summed up the findings for presentation at the Fifth World Water Forum in Istanbul some months later. This year, a statement will again been prepared for the Sixth World Water Forum.

There is no panacea for the problems of low-lying and densely populated deltas, however. On the contrary - the number of studies on climate change and climate adaptation is still increasing and the results are far from univocal. The matter is complex and solutions require customised approaches, while experts are increasingly expected to predict onsequences and fi nd ways to avoid negative impacts.

As with previous editions of Aquaterra, a number of deltas were selected for experts to discuss in concrete terms, allowing them to learn from each other’s approach. New on the programme this year is the Danube.

Coastal management has run the gauntlet between land and water, between dynamic nature and durable urbanisation. Fortunately, an increasing amount of technical resources are available for this purpose – there is very rapid development of expertise, especially in the fi eld of monitoring from space. In addition to technological advances, the conference will thoroughly cover progress in the areas of water governance, regional development, climate forecasting, risk management and communication.

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AquaIndustry – Sustainable Water Use

More production with less water – this is the challenge faced by the industry as available water resources dwindle. An increasing number of companies are therefore becoming adept at water resource management and adapting their water demands to a level consistent with the sustainable use of their water sources. It can be diffi cult to establish the level at which consumption is no longer durable – it can even vary by season. This is why tools are increasingly developed to assist companies in deciding on sustainable water use. Familiar examples include the water footprint and water stewardship, both of which will be extensively discussed at AquaIndustry.

The main way to cut down on water use in industry is by reusing process water. Based on many practical cases in the chemical, oil & gas and food industry, the conference will provide a picture of the current state of the art in industrial water reuse.

The agricultural and horticultural trade exhibition Horti will take place in Amsterdam during the International Water Week. Presentations will be held at both events on themes linked to water and agriculture, such as the recovery of nutrients from wastewater, IT and remote sensing in agriculture.

The conference will be concluded with the Industrial Leader Forum, where captains of industry will come together for a lively debate on how the water cycle can be gradually closed.

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AquaInnovation – Breaking with the past

Climate change, urbanisation and growing water needs are all global challenges that give an impetus for reform in the water sector. Business-as-usual is no longer enough: Global water issues can be solved only if the water sector comes up with innovative concepts quickly. This is not just a question of new technical solutions, but also administrative, financial and social renewal. A large number of prominent innovations from around the world will therefore be presented at the AquaInnovation conference.

The water sector has never really been a leader when it comes to innovation – robustness, reliability of supply and dependability have traditionally been much more relevant to the industry. This conference will propose ways in which the industry can break with this past and allow the required innovation to switch into a higher gear.

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The International Water Week Conference 2011 is not about global water issues per se – it is about solutions.

The conference will bring together specialists from around the world and the programme is built on the idea that the participants absorb as much as possible of the practical experience on offer.

Aquaterra, Aquaindustry and Aquainnovation are organised by Amsterdam RAI, the Netherlands Water Partnership and the International Water (IWA).

International Water Week

The International Water Week Conference is part of the International Water Week Amsterdam (IWW). Hosting the renowned trade event Aquatech, many high level conferences and other water related public and trade events, Amsterdam will be the centre of the water industry from 29 October to 4 November 2011.

www.internationalwaterweek.com