Using water more wisely for a sustainable future
The growing demand for drinking water calls for smart solutions in construction. How can we integrate water-saving technologies into new residential areas and contribute to a more sustainable future?
During our knowledge sessions Water-Efficient Building in Practice – Lessons from the Bouwtafel Waterzuinige Wijken, you’ll learn from real-world cases and discover how large-scale water-efficient building can be achieved.
These sessions are organised by the Expert Group Circular Water of Water Alliance.
Dates:
– Thursday 11 September 2025
– Thursday 13 November 2025
Time: 13:00 – 17:00
Location: InfraCampus – Stichting IKN, Harderwijk
The language of this session will be Dutch.
Programme
13.00 – Arrival & Welcome
13.30 – Opening
By moderator Gert-Jan Maasdam (BlueNorth Partners)
13.40 – Water-saving technologies
An explanation of various water-saving technologies in the categories of water-efficient sanitation, rainwater use, grey and black water reuse, and source-separated wastewater treatment.
Speaker: Ger Pannekoek (EWB Circular Rain)
13.55 – Legal requirements and conditions
Legislation and regulations concerning the (re)use of water in the construction sector.
Speaker: Nick Post (Hydraloop)
14.15 – Financial aspects
Cost analysis and financial feasibility of six water-saving variants.
Speaker: Richard van Delden (BlueNorth Partners)
14.30 – Scaling up & roadmap for water-efficient construction
A step-by-step roadmap for the structured implementation of water-saving measures in new construction.
Speaker: Stefan Bergsma (Noardling)
14.45 – Break
15.00 – Practical cases & Q&A with participants
Interactive session with experts and participants exploring challenges and opportunities.
16.30 – Closing & Networking drinks
Who should attend?
This knowledge session is relevant for:
- Provincial and municipal authorities
- Project developers
- Real estate and housing corporations
- Policy makers and others interested in sustainable construction
Would you like to learn how water-efficient building can be applied on a large scale in the Netherlands?
Register now and join us!
