The National Water Awards are approaching. Three innovative Melbourne Water projects, focusing on net zero, water innovation and safety, have been nominated in the Australian water industry’s night of nights.
Its Real Greenhouse Gas Emission Measurement and Reporting for Real Reductions as We Move Toward Net Zero initiative is up for an R&D Award. The Shakespeare Grove Main Drain Outlet Renewal project is challenging for an Innovation award. The Epsom Main Sewer Relining initiative is in line for a Safety award.
Melbourne Water National Water Award nominees
- Real Greenhouse Gas Emission Measurement and Reporting for Real Reductions as We Move Toward Net Zero
Melbourne Water, The University of Queensland, The University of Melbourne and Ektimo (VIC) - Shakespeare Grove Main Drain Outlet Renewal
Melbourne Water, Stantec and John Holland-KBR Joint Venture (VIC) - Epsom Main Sewer Relining
Melbourne Water, John Holland-KBR Joint Venture, Interflow, Weltech
What are these projects doing?
Melbourne Water works collaboratively with universities, project managers and other water professionals on a wide range of projects to plan for the future and consider all parts of the water cycle.
The Real Greenhouse Gas Emission Measurement and Reporting for Real Reductions as We Move Toward Net Zero initiative is groundbreaking research. It offers global opportunities to support meaningful reductions in greenhouse emissions. Committed to achieving net zero by 2030, this project was designed to improve greenhouse gas emission measurement and reporting.
Reimagining and developing the Shakespeare Grove Main Drain Outlet on St Kilda Beach reduced flood risk and ensured public safety. It has also introduced a stylish new viewing platform landmark.
Safety is always top of mind for Melbourne Water. The Epsom Main Sewer Relining project introduced an advanced technology called ‘Cured in Place Pipe.’ It diverts sewerage flows and seals out sewer gases. This innovative approach ensured the safety of the relining workers up to 28 metres below ground. It provided flows could be quickly and safely returned under heavy rainfall.
“Melbourne Water and our project partners are proud to recognise and showcase our presenters and their projects at OzWater’23,” said Melbourne Water Managing Director Dr Nerina Di Lorenzo. “Today, we celebrate our award finalists and their projects that are helping protect the future of water for everyone, not only today but for generations to come.”
The Australian Water Awards celebrate and recognise Australian Water Association members and their contributions to the water sector and local communities.
The three collaborative Melbourne Water projects won three awards at the Victorian Water Awards late last year, with the three progressing to the national finals staged at OzWater’23.
The Ozwater’23 Gala Dinner and Australian Water Awards are held in Sydney on Thursday, 11 May 2023.
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