Objective
Water plays a vital role in economic and social development. The demand for water is increasing rapidly, as a result of population growth, and consequently agricultural water, drinking water and industrial water needs are increasing.
It is essential for countries from all parts of the world to share their knowledge on the development of techniques and technologies used in the water sector, and to promote international co-operation. This has led DSI to organize a Symposium to enable the international water community to benefit from accumulated knowledge and experience.
By bringing together representatives of governments, utilities, private developers, financing agencies, consultants, researchers, contractors and suppliers, we aim to emphasize the importance of water for development worldwide. Thus, the outcome of the Symposium will be helpful for the preparatory works of the IV World Water Forum.
Languages
The working languages of the Symposium will be English and Turkish.
Themes
- Water for Development (hydroelectric energy, drinking and industrial water supply, irrigation and drainage)
- Management of Water Resources (economical and rational use of water, pricing of water, water management for food and the environment)
- Financing of Water Projects (potential projects in Turkey, financing models)
- New Approaches in the Water Sector (new technologies in irrigation systems, organic agricultural applications,
irrigation techniques with low water consumption)
Venue
The Symposium will take place in Istanbul, a city where the continents of Europe and Asia meet. Frequent connections are available from all major cities of the world. It is an ideal meeting point, with many possibilities for sightseeing activities. The Symposium and Exhibition will take place at the Grand Cevahir Hotel, which is one of the best known congress centres in İstanbul.
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Submission of Abstracts
Abstracts of up to 250 words, in English, are now invited on the themes listed above. Please fax or email abtracts to the address below. The abstract should summarize briefly the scope and content of the paper proposed. A short CV of the author should be included. No artwork of bibliography is required at this stage. The deadline for receipt of abstracts is 18 March 2005.
When submitting an abstract, please confirm that the author or his/her representative would be willing to attend to present the paper, if accepted for the programme.Registration fees will not be charged to the authors of accepted papers.
Papers of “Water for Development Worldwide” symposium
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Deadlines
| Notification of acceptance of abstracts |
April, 08 2005 |
| Submission of papers |
July, 01, 2005 |
| Symposium date |
September 7-11th, 2005 |
An international exhibition will run alongside the Symposium, to introduce various water projects, to provide information to participants about newly developed machinery and equipment, and to present the activities and expertise of contractors, suppliers, manifacturers and engineering/consultancy companies. All participants and visitors will have access to the Exhibition. Places for those who are interested will be reserved
Accomodation
Accomodation is being reserved at favourable rates and in all price categories in Istanbul. This will include The Grand Cevahir Hotel, where the conference will take place.
Technical Visits
Technical excursions/study tours are planned to major water supply, water treatment, irrigation and hydroelectric powerplant projects in Turkey.
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Social Programme
A social programme will be organized for participants and accompanying persons. In addition, a full cultural and touristic programme will be arranged for accompanying persons.
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