Additional Session – Science of Sustainable lakes
Due to popular demand we have scheduled a second presentation.
Date
Thursday 24 June 2010
Time
2.30pm – 4.00pm
Venue
Library Theatrette, Ground Floor, Brisbane Square, 266 George Street, Brisbane
Presentation Outline
This is the first in a series of presentations on urban water issues.
The first presentation will explore the latest research into factors affecting algal blooms in lakes and how they may be managed. Presented by Dr Jason Sonneman, a leading aquatic ecologist, the presentation will conclude with a critique of various urban lake designs and an open discussion.
Key learnings
- Shallow urban lake processes.
- Understand key factors affecting algal bloom infestations and how to manage these.
- Discuss urban lake designs that help to minimise these growths.
Who should attend?
Those interested in the design and assessment of lakes, including landscape architects, developers, engineers, planners and environmental scientists/ecologists.
Presenter
Jason is an aquatic ecologist with expertise in water resource assessment and management. He has over 16 years experience working on the ecology of marine and freshwater ecosystems, particularly urban streams, lakes and wetlands.
His experience includes developing integrated approaches to urban water management and the innovative use of water sensitive urban design concepts within urban development projects at many scales. This includes the design of stormwater treatment and harvesting systems such as wetlands and bioretention systems.
He has particular expertise in the areas of freshwater algal ecology, aquatic ecosystem assessment and management, environmental impact assessment and rehabilitation.
Cost
$11 incl GST per person. (Refreshments are not included).
Registration
To register for this course, please complete the online registration form below.
Cancellations
Registrations cancelled less than three days prior to the presentation are non-refundable but are transferable to another individual.
