Singapore International Water Week 2016
The Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) is the global platform to share and co-create innovative water solutions. The biennial event gathers stakeholders from the global water industry to share best practices, showcase the latest technologies and tap business opportunities. SIWW is part of the strategic programme of the Singapore Government to grow the water industry and develop water technologies.
- Event Type:
- Conference/Seminar
- Date:
- Jul. 10-14, 2016
- Venue:
- Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands
- Location:
- Singapore , Singapore
Event Overview
Held in between the main SIWW editions, the SIWW Spotlight series are exclusive by-invitation events to continue the dialogue from SIWW and foster ongoing exchanges on pressing challenges faced by the water industry worldwide. This meeting of minds focuses on critical issues and discussions in greater depth, where the outcomes will shape the programme and content for SIWW.
These events are organised by Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd, a company set up by Singapore's Ministry of the Environment & Water Resources and PUB, Singapore’s national water agency.
The 7th Singapore International Water Week will be held in conjunction with the 5th World Cities Summit and the 3rd CleanEnviro Summit Singapore, from 10 – 14 July 2016 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.
The Global Platform to Share and Co-create Innovative Water Solutions
A leading event on the global water calendar, SIWW delivers a range of flagship programmes where industry players share the latest in business, scientific and technological innovation, and policy developments in water.
The Water Leaders Summit, Water Convention, Water Expo, Business Forums and the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize present valuable opportunities for participants to network, exchange information and co-create innovative water solutions.
Sustainable Event Measures
To conserve our environment, the organisers are looking at the following eco-friendly measures:
- The supporting hotels for our invited dignitaries and speakers are of close proximity to Sands Expo & Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, an event venue that has been recently awarded the BCA Green Mark Gold Award, recognising its eco-friendly initiatives and efforts towards sustainability and efficiency.
- Reduce carbon footprint by selecting an event venue within walking distance from various public transport such as the Circle Line MRT and bus-stop
- Our conferences serve drinking water from jugs instead of providing bottled water
- Our catered meals use porcelain ware instead of disposable cutlery
- Collection points for the conference badges are setup at our exits
- Recycling bins are setup at the entrances and exits of our venue
- The temperature of the venue is set to no lower than 25 degree celsius
- The organisers encourages our exhibitors, contractors and suppliers to go green whenever possible
About the Convention
Now into its seventh edition, Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2016 reinforces the global sharing and co-creation of innovative water solutions. Aligned with this objective, Water Convention offers a platform for water experts to share their solutions and practical experience, and address the challenges that spans over five different themes.
- Delivering Water from Source to Tap
- Effective and Efficient Wastewater Management
- Water for Liveability and Resilience
- Water Quality and Health
- Water for Industries
Theme 1
Delivering Water from Source to Tap
Population growth, climate change, aging infrastructure, increased agriculture, and industry activities are continuously posing threats to the world’s water supply. With advances in technology and practice, some countries are now able to mitigate these challenges by diversifying their water sources or tapping water from alternative (non-conventional) sources.
A paradigm shift with regards to alternative water sources is occurring although there continues to be much debate about the opportunities and risks of alternative water sources. Issues are centred on risk assessment, reliability and cost-effectiveness of the related treatment and supply system, the contexts where they might be viable, and the regulatory framework in which the technologies can operate. There are also concerns that the strong reliance on infrastructures may create rigidities, which may be problematic to adapt to changes in the future. In general, many argue that the ideal water supply service in cities of the future should be adaptable, resilient, flexible and sustainable. At the same time, there must be public buy-in and confidence in the supplied water. In the realm of water distribution, good asset management remains an important fundamental aspect of an efficient network, but “smart water” is quickly gaining the interest of utilities as well.
The sessions of Theme 1 aim to profile best practices and case studies of technologies relating to the treatment and delivery of water, including those from alternative water sources, in an efficient, effective and sustainable manner.
The topics of Theme 1 include:
- Innovation in water distribution
- Asset management & optimisation
- Network condition assessment & pipe rehabilitation
- Latest technologies in leak detection of large diameter water mains
- Sensors for water quality and hydraulic monitoring (including data management & analytics)
- Smart metering systems (including data management & analytics)
- Energy optimisation & recovery
- Water efficiency and demand management
- Water saving technologies
- Water restrictions
- Water conservation measures / programmes for household & industry
- Public engagement & education
- Innovation in water treatment
- Desalination
- Direct & indirect potable reuse
- Disinfection
- Advanced oxidation processes
- Membrane-based technologies
- Non-membrane-based technologies
- Energy optimisation & recovery
- Centralized & decentralized systems
Theme 2
Effective and Efficient Wastewater Management
With high energy costs and stricter regulations on greenhouse gas emissions and climate change policies, the pressure to reduce footprint and energy from wastewater and sludge treatment processes is fast becoming a critical research agenda.
This theme looks at sustainable wastewater treatment and network management strategies with a focus on low-energy processes, resource recovery and asset management. The wastewater treatment plant of the future will optimise the energy–waste–water nexus and achieve the aims of energy self-sufficiency, economic viability, and environmental sustainability. The vision is to maximise energy recovery and minimise energy consumption of the treatment process without compromising effluent quality. Additionally, with the increase in water recycling for both potable and non-potable use, it is important to monitor the wastewater discharged into sewers for toxicity or compounds which may affect downstream wastewater treatment processes.
Practice and research-oriented papers on the following sub-topics are welcome:
- Innovation in wastewater treatment
- Membrane-based processes
- Non-membrane-based processes
- Anaerobic biological processes
- Micro-pollutants removal
- Low-energy organics & nutrient removal
- Nutrients / resource recovery & use
- Sludge treatment &biosolids management
- Management of greenhouse gas emissions
- Instrumentation, control & automation
- Wastewater treatment in urban setting
- Constructed wetlands for wastewater treatment
- Synergies between centralized & decentralized treatments
- Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)
- Innovation in wastewater network management
- Drainage & sewer management
- Asset management & optimisation
- Sensors for wastewater monitoring
- Stormwater flow & river basin management
Theme 3
Water for Liveability and Resilience
Cities around the world today need to deal with the pressing issues of climate change and population growth while creating a liveable and resilient environment for their people and for generations. Governments, utilities, industries, and urban planners are working towards implementing strategies and programmes to manage water and achieve an efficient, adequate and sustainable water supply. As such, it is crucial to develop a systematic approach in defining liveability and resilience, and the integrated role played by water in achieving the vision of water-sensitive cities. There is also a need to relook the demand management aspect and localised alternative water sources, decentralised systems, and fit-for-purpose water production.
This theme looks into case studies and research activities that employ effective engagement, planning and management strategies, as well as the implementation of technologies and water systems to address the challenges. Papers which reflect the extent of how implementation of the case study or research activity is being impacted (positively or negatively) by the prevailing institutional, regulatory, pricing and governance arrangements are encouraged.
- Strategies for embedding water systems thinking early in urban planning
- Sustainable development goals in cities
- Reframing demand side management
- Stormwater management for climate change adaptation
- Water-sensitive urban design
- Flood resilience
- Stormwater as a resource
- The urban metabolism (water-energy-waste nexus)
- Water analytics and modelling
Theme 4
Water Quality and Health
Strategies to manage the quality and safety of water, whether it is for drinking, domestic, recreational, agricultural or industrial purposes, are imperative to protect global public health, promote socioeconomic development, and maintain essential ecosystem services. Considerable effort has gone into improving access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation to reduce the prevalence of waterborne and water-related diseases. Yet, substantial challenges remain in many parts of the world. In addition, global driving forces such as population growth, climate change and its related extreme weather events, increasing water scarcity, rapid urbanisation, and industrialisation further threaten the quality of water resources and the sustainability of safe water supply.
This theme aims to address the major knowledge gaps, innovative developments, and emerging issues in water quality and health. Prevention, resilience, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability cut across this theme. Water quality management is increasingly placed in the context of the full water cycle, including wastewater management, water recycling and re-use, and the green, circular economy. Papers which focus on the following topics, presenting research results, case studies, practical applications or solutions, and management practices are encouraged.
- Protecting source water quality
- Modelling & prediction
- Protection of surface / ground water quality
- Disasters & extreme events
- Risk assessment and management practices
- Operations, monitoring & evaluation of water safety plans
- Going full circle: water safety plans & sanitation safety plans
- Sanitation safety plans – methods, procedures, current and future directions
- Water security
- QMRA, decision analysis & surveillance
- Chemical risk assessment
- Realistic interpretation of health risks from emerging contaminants
- Innovation in water quality monitoring
- Contaminants of emerging concern
- Automation / robotics in water quality analysis
- Real-time sensors & remote-sensing data
- Advanced detection methods / technologies
- Rapid microbial water quality test methods
- Biological assays
- Public policy and engagement for water quality issues
- Outreach, education, communication, & social media
- Policy & regulatory frameworks for water quality
Theme 5
Water for Industries
With the rapid development of urbanisation and industrialisation, water scarcity is a pressing challenge globally. The sustainability of our water resources in the near future is at risk. The global industrial sector has been identified as the second largest water user after the agriculture sector, and hence, reducing industrial water consumption is an effective means of addressing the global water crisis.
Water sustainability can be achieved in the industry by implementing comprehensive water efficiency management, being open to innovative technical solutions and strategies that can increase the efficiency of water usage, and adopting effective wastewater treatment and recycling technologies. The challenges in both availability of water source, which calls for greater water reuse, and quality of water discharge, which necessitates more stringent water treatment strategies, have been recognised. However, the interdependency of water and energy still requires attention, and strategies for recovering energy from processes will be of high importance.
This theme calls for papers on water-intensive industries such as thermoelectric power generation, oil and gas, food and beverage and mining under the following topics:
- Water source and demand management in industries
- Availability of “fit for purpose” water
- Combining different supply sources to address water demand
- Regulatory impact on advances in water analytics & supervision
- Water conservation strategies in industries
- Innovative industrial processes, water & wastewater treatment, and recycling technologies
- Thermoelectric power generation
- Oil & gas industry (on-shore and off-shore)
- Food & beverage industry
- Mining industry
- Energy efficiency around industrial water intake, process water and discharge
- Energy reduction through process optimisation
- Energy regeneration, recovery or alternative energy use
About the Summit
DEVELOPING A GLOBAL BLUEPRINT FOR WATER SOLUTIONS ENGAGE GLOBAL LEADERS AND KEY DECISIONS MAKERS IN OPEN DIALOGUE
16-17 June 2015, Singapore
Rapid urbanisation, exponential population growth, and climate change exert stress and challenges to water and wastewater systems everywhere. At the same time, water is an important component to many industries and thus is a key ingredient in fuelling economic growth. Global water demand is rising but the supply has become more uncertain. This increasing water demand must be met by all stakeholders - countries, governments, utilities, industrial water users, solution providers, researchers, investors and multipliers worldwide with innovation and effective, efficient water technologies.
Building on the success of the biennial Singapore International Water Week, the SIWW Technology and Innovation Summit 2015 is a high-level summit which brings together leading industry players, thought leaders and key influencers to craft a global Blueprint for Water Solutions towards global water sustainability.
An exclusive by-invitation only gathering of the brightest minds, SIWW Technology and Innovation Summit 2015 has a deep focus on identifying drivers of innovation and Technology Focus Areas (TFA). It is the first-ever platform between leaders and key influencers across the water utilities, industrial water users, solution providers, researchers, investors and multipliers to engage in discussions and exchange technological best practices to address current and future challenges in the municipal and industrial water sectors.
These dialogues will be continued at Singapore International Water Week 2016.
Shape the future of municipal and industrial water solutions
- Share and co-create technological and innovative water solutions with C-suite leaders
- Identify drivers for Innovation and Technology Focus Areas
- Network and connect with global Utility leaders, Solution Providers, Industrial Water Users, investors, tech multipliers and international organisation
- Exchange best practices and co-create technological solutions to global water challenges
- Develop ideas and approaches to address global water challenges surrounding technology and innovation
About the Forum
MAPPING CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS ENGAGE GLOBAL WATER UTILITIES LEADERS IN OPEN DIALOGUE
18 –19 September 2013
Rapid urbanisation and population growth have given rise to an explosion in the demand for water and sanitation services around the world. Utilities are key in the delivery of these vital water related services, as are water infrastructure projects and continuous dialogue among providers. A by-invitation only gathering with a deep focus on water utilities challenges and solutions, this industry-led meeting of minds will promote sharing on pertinent issues worldwide, and give a voice to the new realities confronting water utilities . The outcomes of the Forum will be showcased at SIWW 2014.
CO-CREATE SOLUTIONS WITH YOUR GLOBAL WATER UTILITIES PEERS
- Engage leading industry players in the global water utilities sector
- Connect with like-minds, decision-makers, and planners from international associations
- Network with top C-suite leaders, and solutions providers from the water utilities sector all over the world
- Develop a solutions map for challenges across diverse operating circumstances
- Incubate fresh, new approaches to water management
Exhibitor Profile
Water
- Catchment Management
- Clean Transport
- Climate Change and Flood Control
- Consultancy and Engineering Services
- Dam, Floods Control, Hydro-Power Generation
- Desalination
- Disposal & Recycling
- Eco-Products
- Environmental Control & Protection
- Equipment / Control System / Instrumentation
- Infrastructure Construction Equipment
- Other Products & Services for the Water Industry
- Plant Development & Maintenance
- Pumps and Process Systems
- Sanitation
- Sludge Handling and Treatment
- Water End Users for Industrial Water Solutions
- Waste Control & Management
- Wastewater Collection / Treatment
- Water Distribution
- Water Treatment / Reuse
- Water-Saving Devices
Cities
- Construction Engineering
- Consultancy
- Climate Change
- Smart Energy Systems
- Environmental Conservation
- Food & Security
- Information & Communication Systems
- Mobility / Transportation
- Sustainable Construction
- Architecture
- Cities / Township
- Urban Planning
- Urban Infrastructure Development
- Public Administration
- Policy & Governance
- Fire Protection / Safety
- Access Control Systems
- Logistics
- Monitoring Systems
- Network / ICT Infrastructure
- Traffic & Transport Equipment & Systems
- Public Security
- Research & Development
- Investment / Financing
- System Integration / Implementation
Environment
- Balers, Crushers, Compactors and Shredders
- Bins, Skips and Composters
- Boards, Ministries and Municipalities In-Charge of Environmental, Energy, Infrastructure and Public Works
- Cleaning equipment, Spares and Accessories
- Compliance on Health & Safety
- Construction Waste
- Detection Equipment
- Environment Consultants
- Environment Management System
- Hazardous Waste
- Healthcare Waste
- High Pressure Machine, equipment, and Products
- Hooks and Lifts
- Industrial Cleaning Machine, Equipment and Products
- Infrastructure Financers
- Landfill Operators
- Material Recovery and Recycling System
- Pest Control Equipment and Related Product
- Related Products and Services
- Renewable Energy and Alternative Fuels
- Sorters, Separators, Conveyors
- Sustainable Development Agencies
- Training and Education, Certification and Research
- Training and recruitment
- Vehicle Ancillaries (Skip Loader, Weighing System)
- Vehicle Tracking, Ancillaries and Fleet Management Systems
- Waste Management Services
- Waste Treatment Systems
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