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CIWEM secures successful ISO14001 recertification for its environmental management system
The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management has successfully achieved recertification of its environmental management system (EMS) to the internationally recognised ISO14001 standard. CIWEM is one of a small number of professional bodies to operate an independently accredited EMS and the only chartered environmental body to do so. The system of continual improvement helps the Institution to reduce its environmental impacts... [more]
International Water Summit launched in Abu Dhabi
The launch of the International Water Summit was announced collaboratively in january by the Abu Dhabi government, Masdar and the International Water Association, providing a global platform to discuss and find solutions to the global challenges of water scarcity and security. The inaugural summit will take place alongside the World Future Energy Summit 2013 in Abu Dhabi. “The launch of the International Water Summit in Abu Dhabi is a bold and... [more]
Use and capacity of Global Hydropower increases
Industrialized and developing countries continue to rely on their critical water resources as a renewable electricity source. Global use of hydropower increased more than 5 percent between 2009 and 2010, according to recent research published by the Worldwatch Institute for its Vital Signs Online publication. Hydropower use reached a record 3,427 terawatt-hours, or about 16.1 percent of global electricity consumption, by the end of 2010, conti... [more]
Chartered Recognition for Environmentally Focussed Water Professionals
Three water industry professionals have recently become Chartered Environmentalists through the Institute of Water. The Chartered Environmentalist qualification is now the recognised standard of excellence for environmental practitioners. To be awarded the status practitioners must be able to demonstrate competence against key criteria including the ability to analyse and evaluate problems from an environmental perspective and being able to d... [more]
The water challenge – How ISO standards help
ISO’s solutions for addressing vital global water challenges are the subject of a new brochure, ISO & water. The four-page document provides a concise overview of International Standards available and how they can help. Although essential for life, water supplies are burdened by drought, water shortages, climate change, contamination and pollution, the requirements of large cities, intensive irrigation and a growing population with higher stan... [more]
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Dept of Water Supply issues water conservation for Waiakea Uka, Waiakea, and Panaewa
Due to a possible leakage or abnormal high use, tank levels have reduced to the point where the system may not be able to keep up during peak-demand hours.
Water supply outlook
The Payette River water basin received all of the normal January monthly precipitation in 10 days, breathing life back into winter and improving the water supply picture significantly, according to the USDA Natural Resource Conservation Council. Precipitation by mid-January added five to 11 inches of water content to the snowpack.
Well repair causes Dept. of Water Supply to issue water conservation notice
Due to a scheduled repair now underway, the Papa‘ikou Well is down. Department of Water Supply customers in the affected area, including customers after Honoli‘i Bridge in the Pauka‘a, Papa‘ikou, Upper and Lower Kalaoa area in South Hilo District are now under a Water Conservation status.
NGO pushes for ample water supply in Metro Cebu
By Nikka Garriga MANILA CITY, METRO MANILA – A nonprofit group aims to provide 105 barangays in Metro Cebu with access to sufficient and potable water supply. A report from the Central Cebu Water Resource Management showed that water supply remains to be a major issue in the metropolis, which has only enough to last [...]
Water conservation seminar appeals to Amarillo city officials
As the drought continues, many Amarillo residents are wondering if we could soon see water restrictions.
Supply and demand for Colorado River water studied
BOULDER CITY - The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is initiating Phase 4 of the Colorado River Basin Water Supply and Demand Study: Development and Evaluation of Opportunities for Balancing Water Supply and Demand.
January Storms Boost Water Supply
Late-January storms enhanced the water supply outlook for the summer, according to a Natural Resources Conservation Service report.
Water district to consider Stage 4 restrictions
Just two months after implementing Stage 3 water restrictions, the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is considering going to Stage 4 -- the highest level of water conservation measures.
O.C. agency revives failed desert water plan
A plan to boost water supplies using a Mojave desert aquifer is being floated by an Orange...
Ziegler locks up water for residents to build out
SNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colorado — With the completion of Ziegler Reservoir, Snowmass Village can safely supply water to its residents and visitors — up to and beyond the day the town is completely built out.
