The Research Institute of Water Management celebrated its 50th anniversary

The Research Institute of Water Management entered the history of water management in Slovakia. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of its establishment the conference „Water is Life“ was held in Bratislava on 17 September 2001. During the conference diplomas and memorial medals were awarded to employees who contributed significantly to the origination and the work of the Research Institute. Lectures during the conference were classified in several sections: water management policy, European Union, legislation and international co-operation; hydrology and hydraulics; water quality protection – surface and ground water; waste water and waste water treatment plants (WWTP); drinking water; concepts, standards, economy; reconstruction of a sewage system and WWTP. The significance of the Research Institute of Water Management is irreplaceable. Since 1951, when it was established, its workers have been participating in the construction of all water schemes