Cities of the Future – Sustainable Urban Planning and Water Management

Conference in Stockholm Sweden, May 22-25. Preliminary programme and registration: www.cof2011stockholm.org Cities of the Future – Sustainable Urban Planning and Water Management highlights the benefits of integrating water management into the planning of European cities of the future. It will bring forward new and innovative visions, focusing on the interaction between planners and water professionals. Conference delegates will meet, listen to and interact with people who have extensive experience in sustainable development and water management processes and techniques. A comprehensive and interactive programme of keynotes and presentations, site visits and workshops will provide delegates with a unique and beneficial experience. Not to be missed is the line up of prominent and interesting speakers, including Arun Jain, internationally-renowned urban designer and strategist, Portland, USA; Rob Skinner, a highly experienced water management specialist, Melbourne, Australia; John Williamson, President of ITT Water & Wastewater, Sweden; Antje Stokman, an expert in landscape design and sustainable urban/water management, Germany. Thematic elements will range from looking at innovative “best and next” practices in water-centric urban landscapes, infrastructure provision, energy production and agriculture, to exploring the governance of these often complex arrangements. www.cof2011stockholm.org Press has free access to the event. Registration is made onsite.