Tag: water innovation

Saudi Water Authority launches Global Water Regulation Forum to shape the future of water governance with IDRA as the Strategic Partner

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A new annual global platform established by the Saudi Water Authority, with the International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) as Strategic Partner, to debut alongside the IDRA World Congress 2026 in Riyadh from 1–5 November. Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, August 4, 2026 — As water security becomes one of the world’s defining challenges, effective regulation has emerged as a critical enabler of resilient and sustainable water systems. Responding to that need, the Saudi Water Authority (SWA), with the International Desalination and Reuse Association as the strategic partner, has established…

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Trends Defining Water Innovation in 2025 and What They Mean for the Global Water Agenda in 2026

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2025 is defined by economic friction and technological acceleration, as trade tariffs, geopolitical volatility and an AI boom reshape global industries. Amid these shifts, water innovation moved from the periphery to the mainstream of climate and sustainability discussions.  New water-focused venture funds signal rising investor confidence. Yet traditional water-infrastructure financing continues to lag. The OECD and World Bank estimate global needs will reach $6.7 trillion by 2030 and could rise to $22 trillion by 2050, far exceeding current public funding commitments. Water is now central to business strategy, regulatory action…

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The Digital Transformation of Water Must Have the Right Technology, Strategy and Team to Organise It

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With a firm commitment to advancing the protection of water resources, Seville (Spain) hosted WEX Global, the leading international forum in the water, energy, and climate change sectors, held from February 9 to 11, 2026. Under the theme “Water, Energy and Climate Change: From Vision to Action – Towards a Water-Abundant World,” the congress, celebrating its 20th edition, brought together more than 270 participants from over 45 countries. The program featured panel discussions, technical site visits, networking meetings, a gala dinner, and a showcase of the World Water Film Festival.…

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