Dr. Marie Raffin is working within the Innovation department of Thames Water Utilities Limited (TWUL), where she has the role of Innovation Engagement Lead. Marie has led the water reuse research programme over the last few years seeking to understand the feasibility of implementing wastewater reuse for potable and non-potable applications in the Greater London area. Her research focuses on assessing and selecting appropriate technologies, and understanding how they are influenced by governance, regulation, risk mitigation and public perception. She is now supporting the water resource management plan team in the development of water reuse option. Earlier this month Marie became the new chair of the Water Reuse Europe Board of Directors.