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Innovation in the integrated water cycle and urban resilience to climate change are at the heart of two major conferences promoted by Isle Utilities, scheduled for 8 October at BolognaFiere (Sala Goccia, Pavilion 25).
This initiative represents a strategic opportunity for professionals in the water and urban sectors, offering insights on key topics such as sustainable urban drainage and water loss reduction, and fostering discussions on solutions, experiences, and future scenarios for the sector.
1st Isle Utilities Conference 10:00 to 12:30
Urban drainage between urgency and innovation: how to practically apply international best practices for sustainable management in a changing climate
The conference addresses one of the most urgent challenges of climate change: the management of rainwater in increasingly vulnerable urban environments.
To meet this challenge, the event proposes a paradigm shift, moving beyond the traditional rapid discharge model and embracing integrated and sustainable solutions such as Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS), digitalization and smart monitoring, and integrated and participatory urban planning.
Moderator:
Marco Fantozzi, Isle Srl (Isle Utilities Group)
Speakers include:
- Silvia Giovannini, Gruppo HERA
- Angelo Troncaso, Gruppo HERA
- Nicola Bazzurro, IREN Spa
- Marco Maglionico, University of Bologna (CSDU)
- Michela Tiboni, Municipality of Brescia
- Giovanna Grossi, University of Brescia (CSDU)
- Benedetta Sala, Embassy of Denmark in Italy
- Alessandro Antonacci, ERSI*
- Lorenzo Livello, ACA*
(*Awaiting confirmation)
2nd Isle Utilities Conference 14:30 to 17:00
Water loss reduction and digitalization: how to ensure continuity for ongoing projects after the PNRR and define national objectives and medium and long term strategies
The PNRR represents a turning point for the Italian water sector. However, turning these funds into structural reform requires strategic vision, continuity, and effective governance.
The conference explores the necessary measures to maintain and build upon the results achieved through PNRR projects, focusing the debate on defining clear national targets by 2035 for water loss reduction, completing the digitalization of networks, and strengthening the operational skills of utilities.
The discussion will also cover the creation of a favorable regulatory ecosystem and the adoption of approaches based on asset lifecycle, predictive maintenance, service quality, and standardized benchmarking.
The workshop will present some ongoing PNRR projects, analyzing challenges, solutions, and tools to ensure their continuity and scalability.
Moderator:
Marco Fantozzi, Isle Srl (Isle Utilities Group)
Speakers include:
- Annalisa Gaccione, Isle
- Nicola Greggio, Acque Venete*
- Giuditta Nicoli, HERA Spa
- Maurizia Brunetti, HERA Spa
- Leonardo Rossi, Publiacqua
- Elena Gallo, ARERA
(*Awaiting confirmation)
Accadueo 2025
From 7 to 9 October, BolognaFiere Group will host the 18th edition of Accadueo, the international benchmark event for the water sector, addressing key issues for the management and sustainability of water resources in an ever-evolving regulatory context.
A key event for dialogue among institutions, associations, and companies, to share experiences, solutions, and visions for the future of water resources.
Conclusion
In a context where climate change and infrastructure challenges require new water management strategies, the Isle Utilities conferences at Accadueo 2025 are positioned as a key reference point for professionals in the water sector and sustainable urban planning.
Through discussions among experts, companies, and institutions, these events will provide not only practical solutions but also a concrete vision on how to innovate the integrated water cycle and address ongoing changes with digital tools, resilient approaches, and international best practices.
