Bangladesh is working towards a more resilient and self-reliant water sector. Through the Flowing Forward programme, World Water Academy supports key institutions in strengthening Asset Management and Public–Private Partnership capacity, with a focus on better decision-making and long-term investment planning.
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World Water Academy (WWA) hosted a four-day study visit for seven employees from Botswana’s Water Utilities Corporation (WUC) in December ‘24. This initiative aimed to address the pressing need for improved sludge management practices across Botswana’s diverse wastewater treatment plants. Responding to WUC’s desire to optimise operational efficiency and sustainability, WWA designed a comprehensive programme to equip participants with practical knowledge and tools to enhance sludge treatment processes in their local context.
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In December 2024, World Water Academy (WWA) launched a tailor-made training programme in Rabat, Morocco, for professionals from the Ministry of Water & Equipment. Organised in collaboration with Hydrologic and Resing, the training is part of the MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP) and aims to enhance participants’ knowledge of smart water management solutions across the entire water cycle, from extraction to reuse. The programme responds to a growing need for digitalisation and integrated approaches to address water challenges in the Middle East and North Africa.
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A delegation from South Africa’s Rand Water Academy visited World Water Academy in May of this year for a knowledge exchange on water management and training practices. The visit included workshops on course development, digital learning, and quality assurance, as well as field visits and lectures by Dutch water experts. Through interactive sessions and practical field visits, participants gained hands-on insights into Dutch water sector practices, culminating in a certification of completion.
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World Water Academy's workshop, "Strategic Capacity Building for a Future-Proof Water Sector: Women in Water," at the WISA2024 Biennial Conference in Durban, empowered young women in the water sector. By celebrating female leadership and fostering connections, the workshop underscored the importance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing in empowering women for an an inclusive, future-ready water sector.
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The combination of theory and applying it to their own management areas during the lessons allowed participants to immediately implement the lessons learned in their daily work. The participants did not always know each other before the course. However, during the course, connections were established, making it easier for them to reach out to one another with work-related questions. Since many of the challenges faced by the participants were similar, they can continue learning from each other even after the course. Due to the success of the first session, we immediately planned and delivered a second session.
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After thorough preliminary research with the platform, Wateropleidingen developed a three-day customized course on Groundwater Flooding. This course is based on the existing course Groundwater Flooding in Urban Areas but expanded with the following topics: The Azure model; How to utilize data; How to conduct proper groundwater research (in collaboration with Rioned); Differences between the municipalities involved in the platform; Practical cases contributed by the participants. During the lessons, participants applied the theory by translating it to their own management areas. This made the course material immediately relevant and tangible for them. In addition to the instructors provided by Wateropleidingen, various topics were also presented by course participants who are experts in those areas. The instructors built on these presentations by connecting the theory and sharing their own experiences. Participants were also encouraged to share their experiences, resulting in a dynamic mix where participants played a significant role.
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Employees of the Aa en Maas Water Board had already completed Wateropleidingen's "Advanced Wastewater Treatment Technology" course, and it left them wanting more. The water board aimed to offer an innovative follow-up training for its staff. This follow-up needed to address the fact that the Water Framework Directive (WFD) and the new European Urban Wastewater Directive are imposing increasingly strict requirements on effluent quality. In addition, the water boards are striving to become fully energy-neutral by 2023. As a result, the decision was made to develop a new learning pathway.
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The e-learning was fully customized for Waternet. Based on the learning objectives of the water utility company, Wateropleidingen developed a structure for the e-learning. It features a balanced approach to acquiring knowledge, using various methods. For example, the e-learning includes assignments, texts, and case studies, videos featuring Waternet experts, animations, and interactive images. Thanks to active collaboration with Waternet experts, it was possible to incorporate knowledge and practical examples from the organization. Additionally, all animations and images are easily recognizable to employees, as they are designed in Waternet’s corporate style. At Waternet’s request, Wateropleidingen built the e-learning in Lectora, the professional software tool that Waternet also uses for its e-learning programs. This choice allows Waternet to maintain, update, and modify the e-learning after it has been delivered by Wateropleidingen.
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Water- en Energiebedrijf Bonaire (WEB) must make every effort to keep services up to standard amid the rapid developments on the island. Therefore, the organization approached Wateropleidingen, aiming to provide employees with extensive knowledge of the entire purification process. WEB supplies drinking water and electricity to over 20,000 households, businesses, and organizations on Bonaire. With the growing population and tourism, the company wants to ensure that its services keep pace, requiring employees to be highly versatile. Thus, WEB sought to prepare them for these challenges.
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Wateropleidingen developed a customized course focused on the unique water system in Drenthe. Due to the area's elevation differences, there are many streams and stream valleys. However, the foundation and slope gradient cannot be compared to those of streams in other provinces. For instance, the composition of a streambed in Drenthe is different, and the separating layers between the permeable soil layers also differ in nature. This leads to specific starting points for the hydrological system in the areas where the streams are located, hence the need for a tailored approach.
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You can reach World Water Academy by telephone: +31 030 606 94 00 or e-mail: info@worldwateracademy.nl.
