IWater Passes SocEnv Licence Review

Celebrating environmental success

Adapted from an Institute of Water news item released in February 2025.

Together with the Institute of Water (IWater), we’re happy to announce the successful renewal of IWater’s licence to award our environmental registrations.

Following a rigorous licence review process, IWater’s systems, procedures, and dedication to environmental professionalism have been recognised and commended.

IWater holds the prestigious authority to award three professional registrations to those proving competent and dedicated to protecting and enhancing the environment:

• Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)
• Registered Environmental Practitioner (REnvP)
• Registered Environmental Technician (REnvTech)

These registrations are designed to enable structured professional progression where appropriate, offering an opportunity for individuals to advance their careers and expertise—from REnvTech to REnvP and ultimately to CEnv. Each step reflects a growing competence in sustainability, environmental responsibility, and professional excellence.

Each of our 27 Licensed Members (who all award CEnv, REnvP, and/or REnvTech to their members) must complete periodic licence reviews to ensure we are satisfied that all processes, procedures and licence commitments are in place.

Recognition from the Review Panel

The recent license review highlighted IWater’s continuous improvement and collaboration. Our Head of Licence Delivery and Quality, Geoff Atkins, shared his thoughts on the review:

“Whilst IWater have always had good systems and procedures in place, at the recent licence review, the Review Panel were impressed by further improvements made since the last review. Also impressive was the engagement IWater has with our other Licensed Members and with the SocEnv team. The Review Panel appreciated the openness with which IWater approached the review and were delighted to recommend IWater licences be renewed for up to a further five years.

I look forward to continuing to work closely with IWater colleagues, registrants, and members to progress environmental professionalism across the water sector, and welcoming many new CEnv, REnvP and REnvTech IWater members very soon.”

Commitment to environmental professionalism

IWater’s commitment to fostering professionalism across the water sector is core to our purpose. Rob Bradley CEnv, Professional Standards Manager at IWater, remarked:

“As befits the diversity of our membership spanning all areas of the water sector across the UK, all of those who hold an environmental registration prove their commitment to upholding these high standards. As well as holding CEnv since 2013 myself, every part of support we provide to our members extends into the communities and companies they work with, ensuring all of us are trusted to act to the best of our abilities in defence of our environments.”

Natalie Akroyd CEnv, Vice President Environment at IWater, remarked:

“We are delighted to have our license renewed. We know how critical environmental professional development and registration is to our industry, now more than ever, and environmental registration is an increasing area of focus for our members. The positive feedback from SocEnv on their findings during the review process is recognition of the hard work that Rob and the team have put in to improving our approach and processes to ensure our members can progress their professional development with the Institute.”

Looking ahead

As IWater continues to support its members in achieving professional registration, the renewed license reinforces its dedication to advancing environmental standards within the water industry. By fostering collaboration, promoting excellence, and enabling progression, IWater is proud to help shape a sustainable future for the sector.

IWater are excited to welcome many new Chartered Environmentalists, Registered Environmental Practitioners, and Registered Environmental Technicians into their growing family. Together, we will continue to make a positive impact on the environment and the water sector.

To find about more about achieving CEnv, REnvP or REnvTech with IWater, visit their website: