NWBRF Events

Investigating Environmental & Contamination Stories - A discussion with Pippa Neill

Date 10th September 2026

Time: 12:30-13:30 via Zoom

Event sponsored by Ground Gas Solutions and RSK Geosciences

We're hosting a live discussion with Pippa Neill Environment Reporter at The Guardian & Associate Producer of ITV's In Our Blood: The Forever Chemicals Scandal and one of the UK's most recognised environmental journalists.

Pippa's investigative work has shone a light on some of the biggest environmental stories in the UK, including uncovering how a North Yorkshire town became the most polluted place in the country.

Due to limited time with Pippa you can submit any questions you have as part of the registration process.

Emerging Contaminants

Date: Wednesday, 3rd December 2025

Pre registration from 2:30pm and networking and refreshments from 6pm onwards.

Location: Dalton Building, Manchester Metropolitan University, Chester Street, Manchester, M1 5GD

Join students, industry professionals, academics, and regulators at the Northwest Brownfield Regeneration Forum for a focused discussion on emerging contaminants in land and groundwater. This event will explore the latest research, regulatory developments, and practical approaches to identifying and managing contaminants such as PFAS, pesticides and cosmetics in the context of brownfield redevelopment.

Featured Talks & Speakers:

Paul Nathanail (Land Quality Management Ltd / NTU)

PFAS Much ado about nothing or Hubble, bubble, toil and trouble is THAT the question?

A deep dive into PFAS risk, regulation, and remediation, led by the author of CIRIAs PFAS guidance (C819, 2024).

Dr Ehi Idahosa-Taylor (WRc)

Emerging contaminants in everyday products understanding para-phenylenediamine (PPD)

A case study on how common chemicals like PPD can become environmental pollutants, with insights from WRcs toxicology team.

Dr Daniel Niepsch (University of Bristol / UBU Environmental Ltd)

Recovered road sweepings a suitable soil alternative?

Exploring the potential reuse of urban waste materials in land regeneration and their environmental implications.

Jack Shore (REGENESIS) & Steve Jackson (Soilfix)

Planning for flexibility creating robust remediation designs for real-world conditions

A practical case study on remediating a former timber yard site with complex contamination using adaptive and integrated techniques.

Geraint Williams (HKA)

PFAS litigation – a review of analytical techniques

PFAS: What does the North West need to know and what does it not yet know

Join us for an exclusive session with Dr. Paul Nathanail,