First Announcement and Call for Abstracts
IWA Conference on Alternative Water Resources Management and
Integrated Technologies for Sustainable Urban Water System
June 25-28, 2013 Qingdao, China
http://www.cda-apdwr2009.com/en/programme.asp
Sponsors
China Association for Science and Technology
Qingdao Municipal Peoples Government
International Water Association
Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprises Confederation
IWA Working Group on Alternative Water Resources (China)
Qingdao Science and Technology Association
Qingdao International Desalination Center
Chinese Agricultural Water-saving & Rural Drinking Water Supply Technology Association
Municipal Water Conservancy Bureau of Qingdao
Welcome and Invitation
Guo Youzhi
Secretary General
Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprises Confederation (CDA)
As the Secretary General of Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprises Confederation, I sincerely and warmly welcome all participants to Qingdao for the IWA Conference on Alternative Water Resources Management and Integrated Technologies for Sustainable Urban Water System (IWA-CDA Qingdao Conference 2013) in the cheerful season, which will be held in China June 25-28, 2013. It is a part ofQingdao International Conference 2013 on Desalination and Water Reuse, which jointly sponsored by Chinese governments, supported jointly by many global industry organizations.
Regarding the rapid urbanization of China, the successful experiences of research and practice on water resources in Qingdao target the integrated solution to the problem of urban water resources shortage and water ecological environment damage in China and other Asian countries. This conference will address all aspects of these important topics and provide an opportunity for attendees to come fully up to speed with the latest developments.
The timing and location for IWA-CDA Qingdao Conference 2013 have been selected to make it easy for those who are interested to attend the Qingdao International Conference 2013 on Desalination and Water Reuse at the same time. During the conference, leaders from central government and water industry will be invited to make high standard presentation on the development trends and the 12th 5-year national plan on utilization of desalination and alternative water resources. This, coupled with Qingdao for those who can attend both events, will make for an unforgettable professional and personal experience. Qingdao is a beautiful venue, you can meet her in her best season.We will offer our renowned hospitality and look forward to seeing you in Qingdao China on June 25-28, 2013.
About the Conference
Fresh water resources are becoming scarce in many countries, as a result of population growth, increasing pollution, poor water management practices, and climatic variations. Almost all conventional water resources have already been exploited in China, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Israel and many other country. In order to deal with severe water shortages, reduce environmental pollution and achieving a more sustainable form of development, alternative water resources have been considered. ¡°IWA Conference on Alternative Water Resources Management and Integrated Technologies for Sustainable Urban Water System¡± will provide a platform for conmunication and study. The conference aims at building an exchange platform for the most advanced technology of Alternative Water Resources Management and Integrated Technologies for Sustainable Urban Water System. Also it is a part of Qingdao International Conference 2013 on Desalination and Water Reuse, which organized by Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprises Confederation and other groups.
Qingdao International Conference 2013 on Desalination and Water Reuse, which had been held for 7 years annually. Every year, over 800 leaders, professionals and administrators of water sectors from more than 50 countries will be gathered in Qingdao. The Qingdao conference has been the largest and the most influential annual event on desalination & water reuse in Asia-Pacific region. With its abundant contents and diversity activities, the conference provides a platform for solving water resources crisis. Entrepreneurs and professionals will gather to share achievements and technologies, response to challenge and explore opportunities of desalination and water reuse industry together. The annual conference has great reputation and influence in the industry and bas been becoming an international brand, which is a good chance to make friends, communicate with top experts, and promote the development of desalination & water reuse industry.
Organising Committee
Haichen Gong, Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprise Confederation (CDA), China
Pengkang Ji, Xi¡¯an University of Architecture and Technology, China
Tao Li, IWA China Office, China
Zongjing Li, Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprise Confederation (CDA), China
Kuo-Lun Tung, Naitonal Taiwan University, Chinese Taiwan
Kai Zhang, Tianjin Institute of Hydraulic Science and Technology, China
Programme Committee
Mark Beuhler, IWA Smart Water Cluster, USA
Guanghao Chen, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong, China
Xiaohua Chen, Veolia Water Technology Solution, China
Peter Cornel, Technische University Darmstadt, Germany
Zhanfeng Cui, University of Oxford, UK
Glen Daigger, International Water Association, USA
Francesco Fatone, University of Verona, Italy
N. Funamizu, Hokkaido University, Japan
Youzhi Guo, Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprise Confederation (CDA), China
Mooyoung Han, Seoul National University, Korea
Katsuki Kimura, Hokkaido University, Japan
Huu Hao Ngo, University of Technology, Sydney
Xia Huang, Tsinghu University, China
TorOve Leiknes, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway
Yuyou Li, Tohoku University, Japan
Xiaolong Lv, Tianjin Polytechnic University, China
Xiaochang Wang, Xi¡¯an University of Architecture and Technology, China
Yuansong Wei, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Science,
Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Shuili Yu, Tongji University, China
Yuefeng Xie, The Pennsylvania State University, USA
Junsheng Yuan, Hebei University of Technology, China
Qingliang Zhao, Harbin Insitute of Technology, China
Guoliang Zhang, Zhejiang University of Technology, China
Chaohong Zhou, Tianjin Institute of Hydraulic Science and Technology, China
More overseas PC members will be listed soon
Conference Themes
² Future trends of urban development and water resource management needs
² Emergency water supply management
² Cutting-edge technologies for water and wastewater treatment
² Technology for industry water treatment
² Rainwater harvesting and utilization
² Water Reuse
² Desalination
² Membrane Technology
² Holistic Sludge Management
² Water and Energy Nexus
Call for Abstracts
Abstract Submission:
Authors are requested to electronically submit a 2 page extended abstract in a standard format before 15 March 2013. All submissions should be original and not have been previously accepted for publication in a journal. Authors whose extended abstracts are selected will be invited to submit a full paper for an oral presentation or a poster presentation. Authors will be notified of acceptance by 31 March 2013.
Paper Selection and Publication:
Selected papers will be peer reviewed for publication in IWA Publishing¡¯s journals Water Science and Technology, Water Science and Technology: Water Supply, or Water Practice and Technology. Specifications for the formatting of papers are available on the IWAP website athttp://www.iwaponline.com/wst/i2a.htm.
Key Dates
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Agenda | |
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March 15, 2013 |
Abstracts Due |
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March 31, 2013 |
Notification of Acceptance and Opening for Online Registration |
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June 25th, 2013 |
Onsite Registration |
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June 26th, 2013 |
Opening ceremony/Keynote Sessions |
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June 27th, 2013 |
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June 28th, 2013 |
Technical Tours |
Conference Venue and Accommodation
Shangri-La Hotel, Qingdao
Add£ºNo.9 Xiang Gang Zhong Lu, Qingdao, China
Tel£º(86-532)83883838
Registration Fees
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Early registration (Before Apr. 10, 2013 ) |
regular registration (After Apr. 10 2013 ) | |
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High income country |
IWA members |
€500 |
€550 |
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Non IWA members |
€600 |
€650 | |
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Low income country |
IWA members |
€300 |
€350 |
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Non IWA members |
€400 |
€450 | |
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Students |
IWA members |
€100 |
€150 |
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Non IWA members |
€150 |
€200 | |
HIC: High Income Country; LIC: Low Income Country; Euro to Chinese Yuan exchange Rate: 1 EUR=8 CNY.
The registration fee includes attendance at all technical sessions and workshop, the conference proceedings on CD, lunch and coffee breaks during the conference, welcome reception, dinner and technical tour.
Registration details
1. Fill in the registration form and email or fax it to the organizing committee before 30th May, 2013.
2. Registration fee should be pay in advance or on site.
3. After registration fee are paid, please submit the payment receipt to the organizing committee.
Mode of payment
Intermediary Bank: JPMorgan Chase Bank New York
SWIFT BIC: CHASUS33
Beneficiary Bank: Bank of Communications Qingdao Branch
SWIFT BIC: COMMCNSHQDO
Customers Name: Qingdao International Desalination Centre
Customers A/c No: 372005513018170040169
Jessica Li, Venson Zhao
Tel : 86-10-64661601
Fax : 86-10-84683139
E-mail: lizongjing@cda-ida.org.cn, zhaowenping@cda-ida.org.cn
Address: Room A 1208, Kunsha Center, No. 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China, 100027
Dr. Tao Li
Tel : 86-10-62849589 13810031231
E-mail: tao.li@iwahq.org
Address: Room 421, 18 Shuangqing Road, Haidian District Beijing, China, 100085