IWA RR 2025

Introducing Our Keynote Speakers: Hao-Yi Cheng We are thrilled to announce Hao-Yi, a leading expert in environmental engineering with a specialization in sustainable wastewater treatment technologies, as a keynote speaker. As a full professor at the Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen , his research centers on the development of innovative solutions that enable low carbon emissions and facilitate resource recovery. Hao-Yi has a strong track record of translating academic research into practical applications, with several technologies successfully commercialized. A notable example is #SADeN® (Sulfur-based Autotrophic Denitrification), a proprietary technology for element sulfur-based denitrification, which has been deployed in over 30 large-scale wastewater treatment plants throughout China. We are looking forward to Hao-Yi sharing his expertise! Co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, and Delft University of Technology. #IWA, #YWP, #resourcerecovery, #waterinnovation, #sustainability

Introducing Our Keynote Speakers: Coos Wessels We are thrilled to announce Coos, an expert in resource recovery, as a keynote speaker. Coos is CEO of CirTec B.V. and has over 30 years of experience in water purification and resource recovery. He pioneered technologies such as #CellCap® and #CellPro, which convert cellulose from sewage into tradeable raw materials. Under his leadership, CirTec excels in sustainability and innovation, making Coos a respected leader known for his commitment to environmentally friendly solutions. We're looking forward to hearing Coos’s insights! Co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, and Delft University of Technology. #IWA, #YWP, #resourcerecovery, #waterinnovation, #sustainability

🚨Abstract submission for posters extended to 15 April🚨 This is your opportunity to showcase your research, solutions, and sustainable practices that contribute to a circular economy! ⏰ Extended deadline: 15 April 2025 🔗 Submit your abstract here: https://lnkd.in/ewSHaCTR Co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, and Delft University of Technology. #IWA #YWP #resourcerecovery, #waterinnovation, #sustainability

🌍 Nominations Open: IWA Resource Recovery Best Practice Award 2025! The IWA Resource Recovery Best Practice Award 2025 recognizes innovations in recovering valuable resources from water and wastewater, promoting sustainability and economic opportunities. This is a continuing award from the International Water Association Resource Recovery (IWA RR) cluster and highlights established best practices. Initiated by Allied Waters and AquaMinerals B.V., the award celebrates these practices and encourages their adoption in the water industry. The winner will receive a trophy, certificate, and the chance to present at the 6th IWA International Resource Recovery Conference. 📅 Nominations close on May 5, 2025 🔗 Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eJF3NVV4 ❗ Note this is distinct from the previously advertised New Business Award, which is specifically designed to support start-ups at the IWA Resource Recovery 2025 conference in Leeuwarden. #ResourceRecovery #Sustainability #WaterInnovation #IWA #CircularEconomy

📢 Seal the Deal sessions!   Is your company or organization about to sign a new agreement on #ResourceRecovery from the water cycle? Consider to share it with the community present at the #IWARR2025 conference. This will not only generate nice PR but it will also be an opportunity for others in the community to learn on how to get Resource Recovery working in practice. All in line with the motto of our conference: from concepts to business!   See the document below for further details and on how you can sign up for this!

Introducing Our Keynote Speakers: Dimitris Xevgenos We are excited to welcome Dimitris, an expert in circular water systems, as a keynote speaker at the IWARR2025. Dimitris is Assistant Professor in Circular Water Systems & Sustainability at the TU Delft | Technology, Policy and Management Faculty. Over the past 12 years of his research career, he has focused on designing and developing cutting-edge technologies for circular water economy solutions, as well as delivering these innovations to the market to create real-world impact. Currently, he serves as the Executive Coordinator of the WATER-MINING H2020 project, titled "Next Generation Water-Smart Management Systems: Large-Scale Demonstrations for a Circular Economy and Society." His work’s impact on the EU’s natural environment, as well as its contributions to job creation and green growth, was recognized by the EU Commissioner in May 2017 with the Green Award. Dimitris has initiated and prepared several successful research proposals, securing approximately 40 million euros through highly competitive LIFE and H2020 funding calls. We’re excited to hear Dimitris’s perspective! Co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, and Delft University of Technology. #IWA, #YWP, #resourcerecovery, #waterinnovation, #sustainability

Introducing Our Keynote Speakers: Siegfried Vlaeminck We are thrilled to feature Siegfried Vlaeminck, a renowned expert in #sustainablewatertreatment, #nutrientmanagement, #foodproduction, and CO₂abatement, as one of our keynote speakers. Siegfried is full professor at the Department of Bioscience Engineering - University of Antwerp and leads the Microbial Cleantech & Environmental Systems Analysis team. His research explores resource-efficient #wastewatertreatment and nitrogen/carbon bioconversions, advancing technologies like #nitrification, #anammox, and #microbialproteinproduction, supported by systemic assessments (MFA, LCA, TEA). We’re looking forward to Siegfried’s valuable insights! Co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, and Delft University of Technology. #IWA, #YWP, #resourcerecovery, #waterinnovation, #sustainability

Introducing Our Panellists: Anne Mieke van der Werf – Invest-NL It’s our pleasure to introduce Anne Mieke van der Werf, an authority in sustainable finance, as one of our panellists! Anne Mieke is the Director of Business Development at Invest-NL, focusing on mobilizing capital for #carbonneutral, #circulareconomy, and sustainable health projects. Annemiek will discuss financing water innovations in water resource recovery for a sustainable future, exploring how financial mechanisms can support technologies for #waterreuse, #nutrientrecovery, and #energygeneration from #wastewater, while aligning with her experience in creating access to finance for innovative, high-risk projects and companies. Co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, and Delft University of Technology. #IWA, #YWP, #resourcerecovery, #waterinnovation, #sustainability

🚨The FULL CONFERENCE PROGRAM is here: check it out🚨   📅 Remember that you can still submit posters until March 31st if you wish to contribute to the event   👉Do not forget to register soon to be able to choose from all the add-ons (some of them have limited availability): https://lnkd.in/ebVuz8r2   See you in 60 days in Leeuwarden! This event is co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, Delft University of Technology International Water Association #YWP, #resourcerecovery, #WaterInnovation, #sustainability

Introducing Our Panellists: Olaf van der Kolk– AquaMinerals B.V. We are happy to announce that Olaf van der Kolk, a specialist in developing sustainable supply chains for repurposing waste and residual materials, will be one of our panellists! Olaf is the director of AquaMinerals B.V., where he has led efforts since 2016 to repurpose materials from #waterpurification for industries such as #biogas, agriculture, and construction. Olaf will share his perspective on why groundbreaking innovations often stall while incomplete concepts thrive. He will discuss how successful implementation requires more than research and prototypes, using data-driven insights and real-world examples to explore collaboration, market readiness, and common pitfalls, offering strategies to turn innovations into sustainable, circular successes. Co-hosted by Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology, Wageningen University & Research, and Delft University of Technology. #IWA, #YWP, #resourcerecovery, #waterinnovation, #sustainability