A new research chair, sponsored by the East Rand Water Care Company (ERWAT) will focus on innovation in water research, as well as upping water treatment and management skills in the water sector.

The ERWAT Chair in Wastewater Management will be hosted by Stellenbosch University’s Water Institute and Professor Gideon Wolfaardt, a recognised expert and leading researcher in the biological an engineering aspects of water research, will be the first to hold the chair.

The focus for the new ERWAT chair will be on scientific and technical advances in wastewater management, water quality water use and demand as well as fostering partnerships to improve the water research and management skills of scientists, engineers and technical personnel.