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What makes environmental partnerships work? As environmental delivery becomes more integrated, technical expertise alone is no longer enough. CIWEM’s Paul Shaffer argues that effective partnership working is becoming a critical professional skill. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/what-ma...

ciwem.orgWhat makes environmental partnerships work? - CIWEMPaul Shaffer explores what makes partnership working effective, from trust and shared purpose to the skills needed for integrated water management.

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Rivers must be at the heart of water reform. The Clean Water Bill is expected to begin its journey through Parliament in late 2026. We’re calling for stronger protections, community-led monitoring and investment in nature-based solutions to secure healthier rivers.⬇️🧵

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CIWEM’s A Fresh Water Future Conference is back for 2026! Taking place in Liverpool over two days (09-10 November), we'll have a number of panels, workshops & discussions taking place across our five central event themes. Explore the agenda, book your tickets 👇 www.ciwemevents.com/event/afwf/s...

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Can a new feature film help nature return to farming? Do environmental stories need to be told in a more entertaining way? Can we feed ourselves and restore nature? New episode 'Derek Vs Derek - Farming Vs Rewilding on Film' out now. We speak to the film's Director and Producer. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_derek

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Why does water resources planning need to look beyond the water sector? In this article, members of #CIWEM Water Resources Specialist Panel argue that England needs a more coordinated approach to planning for future water demand. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/why-wat...

ciwem.orgWhy water resources planning needs to look beyond the water sector - CIWEMExamining why future water resources planning must better coordinate demand across sectors and link water availability with wider planning decisions.
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Building flood resilience together 🌊 #CIWEM and RICS announce a new collaboration, working together to increase awareness, uptake and visibility of professional Property Flood Resilience training and certification across the surveying profession. Read more here 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/buildin...

ciwem.orgBuilding flood resilience together: CIWEM and RICS announce collaboration to strengthen professional capability - CIWEMThe upcoming collaboration between CIWEM and RICS will work strengthen professional capability, and support a more flood resilient nation.

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Could Sport be a major mainstream access point for across-the-board progress on the environment and climate adaptation? If people see their teams and clubs taking action, might they do the same? Should Sport be doing more? New episode 'Sport and the Environment' out today. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_sport

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"Why wetter landscapes could reduce Britain’s wildfire risk." In this #CIWEM The Environment article, David Hetherington argues that restoring wetlands, rivers and peatlands could help Britain retain more rainfall – building resilience to both drought and fire 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/why-wet...

ciwem.orgWhy wetter landscapes could reduce Britain’s wildfire risk - CIWEMRestoring wetlands, peatlands & rivers could help Britain retain more water and build resilience to drought and wildfire, argues Arup’s David Hetherington.
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PFAS – a system-wide challenge requiring a system-wide solution? As ‘forever chemicals’ rise up the policy agenda, #CIWEM's policy team takes a look at how we should respond to what could become a defining issue for the water sector. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/pfas-a-...

ciwem.orgPFAS – a system-wide challenge requiring a system-wide solution - CIWEMAs ‘forever chemicals’ rise up the policy agenda, we consider how to respond to what could become a defining issue for the water sector.
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A great morning at the #CIWEM Early Career Professionals Conference 2026 👏 This event, hosted at the WSP offices in London, is an opportunity for early-career water & environment professionals to build confidence, sharpen presenting skills, and connect with like-minded peers across the sector.

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We’re delighted to announce the #CIWEM Presidential Awards 2026 finalists 🏆 The shortlist brings together inspiring professionals – whose work, leadership & contributions make a meaningful difference to the environment, society & communities. Read the announcement👇 www.ciwem.org/news/ciwem-p...

ciwem.orgCIWEM Presidential Awards 2026 finalists announced - CIWEMAnnouncing the finalists for CIWEM Presidential Awards 2026, celebrating members who are making significant impacts in the water & environmental sector.
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Protecting parks for future generations 🌳 Following Flood & Coast Conference 2026 in Liverpool, Fields In Trust CEO Helen Griffiths talks to #CIWEM about how they're working with the local authority to protect ~100 green spaces across the city. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/fields-...

ciwem.orgFields in Trust's Helen Griffiths: Protecting parks for future generations - CIWEMHelen Griffiths, chief executive of Fields in Trust, explains how legal protection and planning policy can help safeguard parks and green spaces for future generations.
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How prepared is the UK’s water and wastewater system for climate change? 💧 On Monday 14 September, join #CIWEM and the Climate Change Committee for a webinar on the findings from the CCC’s latest UK climate adaptation assessment. @thecccuk.bsky.social Book now 👇 www.ciwem.org/events/a-wel...

ciwem.orgA Well-Adapted Water and Wastewater System | CIWEM Policy | WEBINAR - CIWEMA joint CIWEM Policy and Climate Change Committee (CCC) webinar, a deep dive into CCC's new report, 'A Well-Adapted UK'.
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Newcastle is rethinking how it manages surface water. By using blue-green infrastructure, Blue Green Newcastle aims to tackle the problem of flooding whilst also creating greener streets, better public spaces and delivering wider climate benefits. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/how-new...

ciwem.orgHow Newcastle is taking a whole city approach to flood resilience - CIWEMHow Blue Green Newcastle is using blue-green infrastructure and SuDS to manage surface water flooding and build wider climate resilience across the city.
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We have a new PM in Downing Street and major water reforms are under way. #CIWEM head of policy & engagement Catherine Moncrieff argues that after this summer’s drought, heat and wildfires must become a catalyst for climate adaptation. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/andy-bu...

ciwem.orgAndy Burnham and a burning Britain: what summer 2026 means for water reform - CIWEMAfter a summer of drought, wildfires and depleted reservoirs, climate adaptation must be at the heart of Andy Burnham's potential water reforms.
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🗣️ Henk Ovink: "Droughts are GDP wreckers" Executive director at the Global Commission on the Economics of Water explains how managing & stabilising the water cycle at a global level is the only way to address drought & other impacts of water crisis. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/henk-ov...

ciwem.orgHenk Ovink:Henk Ovink explains how managing and stabilising the water cycle at a global level is the only way to address drought and other impacts of water crisis.
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Join us on 21 September 2026 for the first of two #CIWEM webinars, 'Understanding PFAS as a whole-system challenge'. A cross-sector panel of experts will engage with the challenges posed by PFAS, and discuss the importance of a systems-wide approach. Sign up now 👇 www.ciwem.org/events/pfas-...

ciwem.orgPFAS: From Source to Solution | Part 1 | WEBINAR - CIWEMThe first in a series of CIWEM Policy webinars on PFAS. Part of the CIWEM Environmental Quality and Pollution.
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"Flush your toilet with used bathwater under plans to reduce waste" – @thetimes.com Discussing how drought has led ministers to consider loosening rules that mean all water supplied to households – even for lavatories – must be of drinking quality. Full article👇 www.thetimes.com/uk/environme...

thetimes.comFlush your toilet with used bathwater under plans to reduce wasteThe drought has led ministers to consider loosening rules that mean all water supplied to households — even for lavatories — must be of drinking quality
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My route to chartership with #CIWEM: Matthew Frost As part of our regular series on CIWEM Chartership, we talked to Matthew Frost, an Associate Director at @tetratecheurope.bsky.social, about getting chartered after 25 years in the water sector. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/my-rout...

ciwem.orgMy route to chartership with CIWEM: Matthew Frost - CIWEMMatthew Frost, Associate Director at Tetra Tech, shares his route to becoming a chartered water and environmental manager.
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With the current drought situation, it's easy to forget that heavy rainfall & flooding may be around the corner. Read about how droughts & downpours are two sides of the same climate resilience challenge, and why we need a more integrated approach to managing water 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/drought...

ciwem.orgDroughts and downpours: why resilience matters more than ever - CIWEMPaul Shaffer, Director of Policy and Projects, explores why droughts, downpours and flooding demand stronger water resilience and community preparedness.
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Managing rainw where it falls 🌧️ Our recent #SpongyLandscapes report explores how healthier soils, wetlands, woodlands & natural flood management can help landscapes retain more water, recharge groundwater, sustain river flows, and be more flood resilient. Read more👇 www.ciwem.org/policy-repor...

ciwem.orgSpongy landscapes: Supporting on-farm water stewardship - CIWEMThis report compiles evidence from eight case studies that demonstrate the benefit that farming with water in mind can have on the wider environment.
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Our Day in the Life articles showcase how #CIWEM members are making a difference across water and environmental management. In this piece, Rebecca George talks about her typical day working as an FCERM Senior Advisor at the Environment Agency @envagency.bsky.social👇 www.ciwem.org/news/a-day-i...

ciwem.orgA day in the life of a Flood and Coastal Erosion Senior Advisor - CIWEMBecky George MCIWEM C.WEM lets us into a typical day working as a Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Senior Advisor at the Environment Agency.
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CIWEM's events programme in 2026 brings together professionals from across the sector for a wide range of conferences: - Early Career Professionals Conference - A Fresh Water Future Conference - Presidential Awards Dinner - Urban Drainage Group Annual Conference Learn more 👇 ciwem.org/events/

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🐦 Swifts spend most of their lives in the air, yet their future depends on what happens on the ground. Last year we spoke to @hannahbournetaylor.bsky.social on saving Britain’s swifts, the politics of nature, and swift bricks becoming standard in new housing 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/my-envi...

ciwem.orgMy Environment: Hannah Bourne-Taylor - CIWEMAuthor Hannah Bourne-Taylor shares her campaign to save UK swifts by mandating swift bricks – and why nature needs political action now.