Trade Effluent Compliance: What every Business Needs to Know

Free Webinar

Thursday 3rd September 2026
11:00 am — 12:00 pm
Webinar

"A wonderfully hosted event, fantastic insights from a room full of expert knowledge and experience, it was great to be part of this important conversation."

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Trade Effluent Compliance: What every Business Needs to Know

Managing trade effluent can be complex, but understanding your responsibilities is essential for staying compliant, controlling costs and avoiding unnecessary risks. In this webinar, we'll explore the fundamentals of trade effluent consents, covering everything from when a consent is required and how to apply, through to ongoing compliance, charging schemes, reporting requirements and opportunities to optimise costs. Whether you're new to trade effluent management or looking to strengthen your existing approach, this session will provide practical insights to help your business navigate the process with confidence.

Who should attend?

Environmental, EHS & Compliance Teams

Understand your responsibilities around trade effluent consents, monitoring and discharge limits.

Learn how to reduce compliance risk and avoid costly breaches or unexpected enforcement issues.

Sustainability & Water Management Teams

See how day-to-day site activities can affect trade effluent compliance and wastewater charges.
Learn what to look for operationally and where better controls can prevent problems before they escalate.

Facilities, Operations & Site Managers

Understand how trade effluent fits into wider water stewardship, efficiency and environmental performance.
Identify opportunities to improve wastewater management while supporting broader sustainability goals.

What to expect on the day

Leadership insight

Leadership insight

Engage directly with senior leaders as they share open and honest perspectives on the future of water management, from strategic priorities to real-world challenges.

Practical solutions

Practical solutions

Discover how leading organisations are addressing water-related risks, and gain actionable solutions that you can apply within your own business.

Networking

Networking

Network with like-minded peers from across industries, forging valuable connections with those navigating the same sector-specific challenges as your organisation.

Fresh perspectives

Fresh perspectives

Expand your perspective by exploring innovative approaches to water management and uncovering fresh ways to reframe long-standing challenges.

Case studies

Case studies

Real-world examples of successful water management initiatives.

Policy updates

Policy updates

Stay informed on the latest water regulations and industry trends.

Meet the Experts

Barry Millar

Chief Executive Officer, Waterscan

Rebecca Gale

Head of Sustainability

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