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combustion of fuels with mixed and variable fossil and biogenic components presents a monitoring challenge because it is necessary to discriminate between the biogenic CO2 fl ue gas and the fossil CO2


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Carbon capture represents an important opportunity to lower carbon emissions, however, amine solvents are used in some carbon capture processes, which can react to form new compounds within the plant’s emissions. For example, nitrosamines and nitramines are possible carcinogens but the environmental toxicity of amines is not well understood, and they are challenging to sample and analyse. Rod Robinson from NPL will therefore deliver a presentation summarising current research projects and the requirements for monitoring amine emissions.


There will also be presentations on continuous sampling, with help and guidance from an operator’s perspective.


The second day of the AQE emissions monitoring programme will focus on data acquisition, handling and reporting. The fi rst presentation, by David Graham, a technical consultant with Uniper, will provide an overview of EN 17255, the standard for Stationary Source Emissions – Data acquisition and handling systems. This standard is comprised of four parts, and there will be separate presentations on each part.


PART 1 specifi es the requirements for the handling and reporting of data.


PART 2 specifi es the requirements for data acquisition and handling systems.


PART 3 specifi es the requirements for the performance test of data acquisition and handling systems.


PART 4 is the draft specifi cation of requirements for the installation and on-going quality assurance and quality control of data acquisition and handling systems.


The fi nal session will be a panel discussion, addressing all or any of the subjects covered by the emissions monitoring programme.


WWEM 2022


In common with previous WWEM events, this year’s presentations will provide an update on the latest regulatory requirements, standards and methods for testing and monitoring water, in all its forms. In addition, topical issues will be addressed such as river water quality and CSOs. However, the overall objective for 2022 will be to focus on learning and development. “There will be over 100 hours of free content available,” explains Oliver Grievson, who helped to organise the programme. “We have involved several key professional organisations such as CIWEM, the IES and the IMC to ensure that the content is relevant and appropriate for professional development. WWEM 2022 therefore represents a great opportunity for everyone from the newest apprentices to the most experienced industry experts.” Oliver is the founder of WIPAC (Water Industry Process Automation & Control), the LinkedIn Group, which currently has over 11,000 members.


Pollution Forum


The WWEM organisers are delighted to announce that Phillip Dunne MP, Chair of the Environment Audit Committee (EAC), has agreed to deliver the keynote presentation on the second day of WWEM 2022, subject of course to diary changes that sometimes affect MPs. The EAC has recently completed an investigation into river water quality and this will be summarised in the presentation. This speaker will also describe Section 82 of the Environment Act 2021 which states that a sewerage undertaker must monitor (DO, pH, turbidity &


This issue is highly topical, given the growing public concern with the effects of CSOs, particularly since the rise in popularity of open water swimming. Some of the WWEM exhibitors presented evidence to the EAC on river monitoring, including Meteor Communications, who provided the MPs with a live demonstration of real-time remote water quality monitoring at a variety of UK rivers.


Effl uent and river water quality will also be addressed by speakers from the Environment Agency, CIWEM, United Utilities and Nick Mills from the Southern Water Storm Overfl ow Taskforce. In the afternoon, the Rivers Trust will host a major session focusing on citizen science; looking at the ways in which any interested individuals can help improve the spatial and temporal monitoring of the UK’s rivers.


Flow Forum


Running on the fi rst day of WWEM, the Flow Forum will feature speakers from the Environment Agency, Thames Water, Morrison Water Services and the Coal Authority, with presentations covering the latest requirements and practical insights for installers and operators of fl ow monitoring equipment.


Digital Zone


Over the fi rst day of WWEM 2022, BIM4Water will run a series of presentations and workshops designed to share knowledge and enhance skills in the digital transformation of the water sector through better information management. BIM4Water is a cross industry not-for-profi t group which is open to all organisations involved in the management and delivery of water and wastewater assets and services.


A series of SWAN (Smart Water Networks Forum) workshops will bring together key players to collaborate and accelerate the use of data-driven solutions in water and wastewater networks. Visitors to this workshop will: gain insights on the most pressing, water service challenges; learn about the latest, integrated smart water and wastewater solutions; hear real-life water company case studies and engage with water company and industry leaders.


The second day of the Digital Zone will see presentations by technology experts from within the supply chain. For example, HACH will explain how digital developments in sensor technology, communications and control software are helping to lower costs and improve effi ciency in wastewater treatment processes using real- time control. Siemens will discuss the use of AI in spill detection, and Z-Tech will describe instrumentation-based asset management.


Communications Zone


As a vital component of digital transformation, developments in communications technology are the enablers of the advantages that are now being realised, and speakers will describe the latest advances in a range of communications technologies. Vodafone will explain how narrowband IoT (NB-IoT), a wireless communications standard, is ideal for devices that handle relatively small amounts of data with a low bandwidth and a low power requirement. Ground Control will describe the application of satellite communications, Siemens will explain the role of EDGE in IoT, and advances in radio communications will be described by Radio Data Networks. The communications presentations will be repeated on both days of WWEM 2022.


Apprentice Competition


The Instrumentation Apprentice Competition is open to teams of two apprentices, which are currently at NVQ level 3 or are within two years of qualifying. The competition is split into three rounds with the fi rst round setting the apprentices scenarios to solve by engaging with the supply chain so that practical and technical issues can be addressed.


The second practical round involves tests set by some of the sponsors, and the third round is a quick-fi re quiz, testing everything that the teams have learned throughout the day. The competition is free to enter, with teams generally coming from utilities and service providers. All competitors are invited to the Gala Dinner (12th Oct) and receive free membership of the Institute of Measurement & Control.


Water Dragons


WWEM has partnered with the Future Water Association to run a ‘Water Dragons’ heat on 12th October, during the conference/ exhibition. Water Dragons provides a unique opportunity for


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Summarising the plans for these two events, Marcus Pattison says: “An enormous amount of effort has gone into the preparation for 12/13th October, and I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone that has helped. That includes all of the session organisers and chairs, as well as everyone that has agreed to speak. I would also like to thank all of the exhibitors that will be coming to Telford from all over the world.


“It is tremendously exciting to be able to run a physical event again – everyone keeps telling me that they can’t wait to meet again! This year the volume of available content is incredible – I would urge everyone to plan their trip very carefully so that they can jump in and out of their sessions of most relevance, to maximise the benefi t of their visit.


“Can I also ask everyone to REGISTER NOW at www.ilmexhibitions.com – it’s free and only takes a few seconds. Registered visitors will be entitled to free parking, free entry, free lunch and refreshments, but most importantly, they will be provided with free access to all of the presentations (both AQE and WWEM), both exhibitions and all of the seminars and workshops that will take place!


“Telford benefi ts from easy access and the International Centre has hotels on site, so that visitors can stay for both days. So, as you can probably tell, we are really excited about this year’s events and we can’t wait to see everyone in Telford!”


ammonia) upstream and downstream of an asset where water quality is potentially affected by discharges from storm overfl ows.


WATER, WASTEWATER & ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING


companies to pitch product, service or process innovations to a panel of senior water company executives and industry specialists. Launched in 2008, Water Dragons is the water sector’s version of the BBC’s Dragon’s Den. Instead of competing for funding, participants will be seeking to raise their profi le, enhance their credibility and infl uence some of the industry’s key decision makers.


“The WWEM events are vitally important for anyone involved with process control in the water and wastewater industry, so we are thrilled to be able to run a Water Dragons heat during WWEM 2022,” explains Future Water Association CEO, Paul Horton. “By partnering with WWEM we will provide our participants with a wider audience so that they can gain even greater benefi ts from pitching to the Water Dragons.”


During the heat, each entrant will have 8 minutes within which to describe their innovation and the challenge/problem being tackled. They will also need to describe the market for their product or service, and explain what differentiates their innovation from others.


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