Water Wise: From Insight to Impact – Water Awareness, Behaviour & Action

Clean Water South 5: exploring water scarcity, behaviour and efficiency - and the actions that drive real-world impact. Hear from experts!
About this Event

Join us for Clean Water South 5, taking place at our usual venue, the Future Towns Innovation Hub, but this time sponsored by Portsmouth Water, to explore one of our biggest challenges: water scarcity. Discover how and why we use water the way we do, what drives our behaviours, and how collective action can make a real difference across homes, businesses, and communities.

This time, we're taking a fresh approach to CWS; examining water efficiency through the lens of awareness, behaviour change, and real-world impact. Expect practical insights from speakers, interactive activities, and opportunities to connect with others passionate about creating a more water-resilient future.

What to Expect

💧 Clean Water South in Focus
A concise roundup of the programme’s achievements, key findings, and impact to date.

🎤 Expert Industry Perspectives
Hear from Portsmouth Water's Chief Customer Officer on customer attitudes, behaviours, and the future of water efficiency.

🌊 Insights from Southern Water
Join Sam Underwood, Senior Engagement Manager, Major Projects, and Kimberley Turnbull, Water Efficiency Programme Manager, as they share lessons from the frontline of water stewardship and engagement.

🌿 Guest Speaker: Dave Rumble, CEO of Wessex Rivers Trust
Gain valuable perspectives on water resources, environmental stewardship, and the challenges ahead.

📊 Behaviour & Research Insights - Interactive Session
Explore fascinating research into how different households use water and what really influences everyday choices - hosted by researchers from University of Portsmouth.

🤝 The Water Wise Pledge
Commit to one meaningful action you can take at home or work to help tackle water scarcity and improve water efficiency.

☕ Networking Opportunities over Coffee & Lunch
Connect with professionals, partners, and organisations from across the water sector and beyond.

Why Attend?

Whether you're interested in water efficiency, customer engagement, behaviour change, sustainability, or building resilience in the South, this event offers fresh thinking, practical inspiration, and valuable connections.