The CBSS Team
Conferences, Events, and Presentations
In order to remain at the forefront of innovation and scientific knowledge, it is our policy to attend at least one conference per year, and to present on a relevant topic at each conference that we attend. Carin Bosman has won the award for best presenter at a number of international conferences , presenting on a wide range of topics, from fracking, to nitrate pollution, to the water crisis in Cape Town. She is also regularly invited to participate in discussion panels on environmental governance matters.
Our Research: Books, Papers, and Conference Presentations
Follow us at academia.edu or download our papers from https://carinbosman1.academia.edu/
Our Partners and Collaborators
As we described when we told Our Story, we realised from the very beginning that Collaboration is the key to achieving our mission of delivering Solutions that lead to sustainable decision-making in Environmental- and Water Governance, because it takes a village to eat an elephant.
We therefore work in close partnership and collaboration with the following organisations:
The Water Institute of South Africa (WISA) represents the entire water sector in Southern Africa. CBSS works closely with WISA to ensure that the quality of our training courses is up to standard. For more information, visit www.wisa.org.za
iWater turns scientific knowledge into environmental solutions that will restore contaminated water resources. They focus on biotechnology (microbiological and biochemical interventions), creating bespoke and site-specific treatment technologies to target specific problem areas. They also undertake environmental analysis, tailor-made to address problem variables.
CBSS collaborates with iWater on a number of projects, specifically aimed at reducing water footprints of medium-sized industries. For more information, visit http://www.iwatersolutions.co.za/
Iggdrasil Scientific Services (ISS) provides expert guidance in the environmental and ecological fields which provides a sound basis for decision making. CBSS works in partnership with Iggdrasil Scientific Services, to ensure scientifically sound aquatic biomonitoring. For more information, visit https://www.iggdrasilscientific.com/
AHL Water provides specialist consulting services in water purification and wastewater treatment, and undertakes operational risk assessments to assist municipal and industrial clients to improve the operational aspects of their water treatment facilities.
CBSS collaborates with AHL Water on a number of projects, specifically aimed at building capacity in and ensuring appropriate provision of water supply and sanitation services to urban and rural communities. For more information, visit https://ahlwater.co.za/
Kruger & Associates have, since 1982, successfully planned and managed the logistical arrangements and administration of many training events and conferences on the natural/built environment. environmental sciences, law, and technology. CBSS works in close collaboration with Glaudin Kruger when planning and marketing our training events. For more information, email kruger@kruger-associate.com
The Berg River Main Irrigation Board was established in 1986 and is functional in the Berg River valley in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. The Board is the over-arching body for twelve (12) irrigation boards, collectively representing approximately 670 members, who in turn provide employment to over 14,000 permanent and almost 30,000 temporary workers. The Board oversees irrigation practices on approximately 1,100 farm units situated in the irrigated area in the Berg River region, representative of approximately 25,946 hectares under irrigation, with allocations of between 4,000 and 7,000 cubic meters per hectare per annum. The Board also controls water releases for municipalities and industries.
CBSS acts as Specialist Technical Adviser on Water Governance matters (especially new policy and legislation) for the Board. For more information, contact Boy Louw (Board Secretariat) at blouw@boylouw.com
Geoflux Consulting is an environmental- and engineering company based in Gaberone, Botswana.
CBSS collaborates with Geoflux on a number of projects, specifically aimed at providing water to rural communities. For more information, visit http://www.geoflux.co.bw/
If you would like to collaborate with us in providing sustainable solutions to your clients, please get in touch!