The WaterSmart Innovations Conference & Expo is a premier event for water professionals dedicated to conservation and sustainability. It offers a comprehensive platform for those seeking to understand and implement sustainable management practices to enhance utility resilience. Attendees, including conservation and green infrastructure professionals, water resource planners, engineers, water quality specialists, and public affairs managers, will find invaluable insights. The conference aims to provide practical solutions to pressing water conservation challenges, equipping utilities to effectively address water scarcity and climate variability. With dedicated programming on wildfire, source-water protection, and the water-energy nexus, alongside a robust Professional Program covering sustainability, resilience, and resource management, participants can gain specialized knowledge. Pre-Conference Workshops further enhance learning, making this a vital gathering for advancing water management expertise.
Highlights
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Comprehensive Water Conservation Focus
A leading conference dedicated to water conservation and sustainable management practices, offering in-depth insights for water professionals.
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Specialized Programming Tracks
Features dedicated sessions on critical topics like wildfire, source-water protection, and the water-energy nexus, addressing diverse challenges.
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Professional Development Opportunities
Offers a robust Professional Program with tracks on sustainability, resilience, and resource management, plus practical Pre-Conference Workshops.
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Solutions for Water Scarcity
Aims to provide practical solutions to water conservation challenges, helping utilities build resilience against scarcity and climate variability.
Previous Edition
752
Attendees
25
Exhibitors
232
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FAQ
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The conference is scheduled from October 21 to October 23, 2026.
The event takes place in Portland, United States.
The event is hosted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA).
It is designed for water professionals, including those in conservation, green infrastructure, water resource planning, engineering, and public affairs.
You can visit the official website at https://www.awwa.org/Events-Education/WaterSmart-Innovations for full details.
