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KWR Water Cycle Research Institute
(Netherlands)
KWR is an independent water research institute
covering the whole of the water cycle. It was formed in 2008 by
expansion from Kiwa Water Research which had specialised in the
field of drinking water. Building on a solid foundation from over
60 years of research and development for the Dutch drinking water
sector companies, KWR is now applying this knowledge base and
research capability more broadly to serve all partners in the
watercycle. KWR's worldwide activities and high-quality research
are aimed at scientific knowledge that is practically applicable,
to allow the building of bridges between science, business and
society.
www.kwrwater.nl
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PUB
(Singapore)
PUB is the national water agency and it manages
Singapore's water supply, water catchment and sewerage in an integrated
way. PUB is responsible for managing the whole water cycle, from
sourcing to the collection, purification and supply of drinking
water, to the treatment of used water and its reclamation into NEWater,
as well as the drainage of stormwater. Leveraging on technology,
PUB has put in place a reliable water supply system known as the
Four National Taps. Water reclamation (or NEWater) and desalination
make up two of the four water sources, besides water from local
catchments and imported water. To ensure the sustainability of Singapore's
water supply, PUB continuously invests in R & D to find new
sources of water and to produce and treat water cost-efficiently.
www.pub.gov.sg
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SUEZ
Environnement - CIRSEE (France)
The International Research Center On Water and
Environment (C.I.R.S.E.E.) is the principal SUEZ Environmental
research center in the field of water. The multidisciplinary research
program focuses on new water treatment processes, understanding
factors affecting water quality, and improving real-time system
management. CIRSEE also provides analytical services and consultancy,
emergency assistance for dealing with pollution events, and technical
advice on water and wastewater treatment. Both research and consultancy
activities have a strong international involvement.
www.suez-environnement.com/
and www.cirsee.com
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Stowa
(Netherlands)
The STOWA (Foundation for Applied Water Management
Research) was founded in 1971. The foundation coordinates and
commissions research on behalf of a large number of local water
administrations in the Netherlands. The bodies which contribute
to the STOWA include water boards, provinces and the Ministry
of Transport, Public Works and Water Management. Central coordination
and planning of research through STOWA has permitted more cost-effective
and strategic long term research planning, and enhanced involvement
and communication between water managers from different agencies.
www.stowa.nl
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TZW – The German Water Center (Germany)
TZW (DVGW Technologiezentrum Wasser) is the center of applied research of the German Waterworks Association (DVGW). TZW is a non-profit organization and provides scientific consulting to waterworks and to governmental bodies and offices. The mission of TZW is transferring scientific knowledge to the water industry. TZW fulfils this mission by carrying out applied research for the drinking water community and by direct cooperation with the waterworks. TZW provides not only research but practical experience and know-how for the solution of water problems.
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UK
Water Industry Research (UK)
UKWIR facilitates and manages collaborative research
for water and sewage companies in the United Kingdom. Its research
programme aims to generate sound science as the basis for sound
regulation and sound practice. UKWIR was set up by the UK water
industry in 1993 to provide a framework for the procurement of
a common research programme for UK water operators on 'one voice'
issues. The research contracted by UKWIR is often carried out
in collaboration with government departments and regulators, and
covers all aspects of the water cycle, and a range of related
environmental and regulatory issues.
www.ukwir.org
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Veolia Environnement - VERI (France)
Veolia Environnement Research and Innovation (VERI) is the research department of Veolia, a worldwide service company operating in 74 countries. The water activities comprises the operation of urban and industrial water and wastewater plants but also the supply of engineering and technological solutions. VERI portfolio of water related projects is based on an international network and numerous collaborations and includes resource management tools, water treatment technologies, drinking water quality in distribution network and asset management, waste water collection networks management, emerging parameter management to take care of environmental and health risks, global environmental approaches, and sustainable urban development.
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Water
Environment Research Foundation (US)
The Water Environment Research Foundation is a
not-for-profit organization that seeks to promote the development
and application of sound science to water quality issues. WERF
subscribers include municipal and regional water and wastewater
utilities, industrial corporations, environmental engineering
firms, and others that share a commitment to cost-effective water
quality solutions that protect the environment and improve the
quality of life for all. Established in 1989, WERF is now the
largest organization in the United States providing wastewater
and water quality research.
www.werf.org
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Water
Quality Research Australia (Australia)
Water Quality Research Australia (WQRA) is a not for profit organisation focusing on initiating, facilitating and managing collaborative research of national application in the priority areas of water quality for the Australian water industry and the community. The formation of WQRA marks the successful transition from the federally funded CRC Water Quality and Treatment, to a company that is owned and funded by its members who include the Australian water utilities, research organisations and government departments. WQRA brings together key water research groups and industry members across Australia to conduct targeted, priority research. These relationships place WQRA in a unique position to draw on the expertise and experience of its membership community to rapidly address current and emerging issues in public health and water quality.
www.wqra.com.au
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Water
Research Commission (South Africa)
The Water Research Commission aims to contribute
effectively to the best possible quality of life for the people
of South Africa, by promoting water research and the application
of research findings. This is accomplished by promoting coordination,
communication and cooperation in the field of water research;
establishing water research needs and priorities; funding research
on a priority basis; and promoting the effective transfer of information
and technology. Since its formation in 1971, WRC has been successful
in promoting a significant expansion and upgrading of expertise
in the South African water industry.
www.wrc.org.za
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Water Research Foundation (US)
Water Research Foundation is an international, non-profit organisation that is supported by more than 900 subscribers which serve over 200 million consumers. The research effort enables water utilities, public health agencies and other professionals to provide safe and affordable drinking water to the public. It's mission of "advancing the science of water" is achieved by sponsoring research, developing knowledge, and promoting collaboration.
www.waterrf.org
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Water
Services Association of Australia
Established in 1995, WSAA is an industry association
for Australia's major urban water businesses which collectively
supply water services to 70% of Australia's population. WSAA's
primary goals are to facilitate cooperation to improve the water
industry's productivity and performance, and to ensure that the
regulatory environment adequately serves the interest of the community.
Major areas of activity include identification of priority issues
for the water industry, appropriate research and policy response,
strategic contribution to industry regulation, and development
of industry codes.
www.wsaa.asn.au
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partner of the Global Water Research Coalition is:
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U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency
The mission of the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) is to protect human health and to safeguard the natural
environment. Within EPA, the Office of Research and Development
(ORD) provides leadership in science and engineering, conducting
research on ways to prevent pollution, protect human health, and
reduce risk. Water-related research is among the highest priority
research programs within ORD.
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