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Awwa
Research Foundation (US)
Awwa 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.awwarf.org
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EAWAG
- Swiss Federal Institute for Aquatic Science and Technology
(Switzerland)
EAWAG is a Swiss-based and internationally linked
aquatic research institute and was founded in 1936. It is committed
to an ecological, economical and socially responsible management
of water – the primary source of all life. EAWAG wants to develop
new concepts for water use and integral management with a solid
scientific basis. With 400 staff members it carries out research,
teaching and consulting and forms a link between science and practical
application.
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Kiwa
(Netherlands)
Started in 1948 Kiwa Water Research developed into
an internationally respected research center in the field of drinking
water and related environmental issues. The 140 scientific specialists
conduct the joint research program of the water supply companies
in the Netherlands, and also provide research services for other
national and international clients. While the major focus is on
drinking water supply, Kiwa is also involved in projects addressing
the integration of the water chain, including water for domestic
use and water for industrial use. Core tasks of the division include
innovative research and transfer of knowledge and know-how. Other
divisions of Kiwa provide a range of certification, inspection
and management consultancy services for water businesses and other
sectors of industry.
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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
Environmental- 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.ondeo.comand
www.sitagroup.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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DVGW
- Water Technology Center TZW (Germany)
The Water Technology Center (Technologiezentrum
Wasser - TZW) is the center of applied research of the German
Waterworks Association (DVGW). The TZW is a non-profit organization
and provides scientific consulting to waterworks and to governmental
bodies and offices. The mission of the TZW is transferring scientific
knowledge to the water industry. The TZW fulfills this mission
by carrying out applied research for the drinking water community
and by direct cooperation with the waterworks. The TZW provides
not only research but practical experience and know how for the
solution of water problems.
www.tzw.de
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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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Anjou Recherche - Veolia Water (France)
Anjou
Recherche is the main water operations research centre of Veolia
Water, which in turn is a division of Veolia Environment. Established
in 1983, Anjou Recherche supports Veolia Water's extensive international
research programme with a focus on innovative technologies for
treating drinking water, and municipal and industrial wastewater.
A wide range of tools have been developed to prevent and control
water resource pollution, and to assist decision-making for efficient
management of the entire water cycle. Anjou Recherche has close
links with other
Veolia
Environment research and development
units around the world.
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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 national not-for-profit water research centre established in 2007 by the Australian water industry as successor of the CRC for Water Quality and Treatment. WQRA will focus on collaborative research of national application with a focus on urban water issues related to public health and acceptability aspects of water supply, water recycling and aspects of wastewater management. WQRA will also have a regional and rural water supplies program aimed at improving water quality and public health in rural areas. Membership is broadly based and includes leading water utilities, health regulators and universities from throughout Australia.
www.waterquality.org.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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WateReuse
Foundation (US)
The WateReuse Foundation is an educational, public
benefit corporation that serves to increase public awareness and
understanding of recycled water and to facilitate the development
of technology to improve water recycling. The Foundation's work
provides education and research that benefit the environment,
sustain agriculture and meet the needs of urban and industrial
water users. The Foundation was established in 1993 under the
auspices of the WateReuse Association by representatives of public
and private organizations that are concerned with meeting water
demands in the 21st century.
www.watereuse.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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