WEFTEC 2026
Connect with the water community in New Orleans at WEFTEC, where ideas become action and momentum builds toward a more resilient, sustainable water future.
Conference: Sept. 26-30 | Exhibition: Sept. 28-30
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What's Happening at WEF
Water-AI Nexus Welcomes Global Organizations to Advisory Council
WEF and founding partners Amazon, Leading Utilities of the World, and the Water Center at Penn announced a major expansion of the Water‑AI Nexus™ Center of Excellence Advisory Council, advancing cross‑sector collaboration in water and artificial intelligence.
To Learn More: Visit Water-AI-Nexus.org
WEF Purchases First U.S. Watershed-Based Carbon Offset Credits
WEFTEC 2026 sets a new sustainability benchmark, earning two Platinum EIC certifications and now investing in 1,000 Yahara WINS carbon credits.
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Water-AI Nexus Unveils New Insight Report
New resources provide practical guidance for water professionals as artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to mission critical water and wastewater operations
Learn MoreWhere the Water Community Connects
See how WEF connects the people and ideas driving clean water and public health. Membership gives you access to benefits, resources, and a network committed to impact.
Imagine life free of water challenges. What does that look like to you? Check out WEF’s new Strategic Plan to see how we’ll get there and then share your water story.
Details About the Strategic Plan
Upcoming Events
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06 - 08 May
WEFMAX in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
Join water professionals at WEFMAX Pittsburgh: The Steel City’s premier networking event! Complimentary registration for attendees, with guest socials available for $100. Connect, collaborate, and “steel” great ideas in the heart of Pittsburgh near the three rivers.
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11 - 14 May
Residuals, Biosolids and Treatment Technology
Join utility leaders in Kansas City this May for a focused program on biosolids management, PFAS, resource recovery, and advanced treatment technologies—delivering practical strategies and solutions for today’s technical and regulatory challenges.
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27 - 29 May
WEFMAX in Bend Oregon
Join water professionals at WEFMAX Bend, Oregon—complimentary registration for attendees, $100 guest socials. Explore the theme “Channeling the Undercurrents: Bringing Energy to the Surface” and connect on workforce engagement, diversity, and sustainability.
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08 - 10 Jun
WEF/WateReuse 2026 Industrial Water Solutions
Industrial Water Solutions brings together industry and utility leaders for two days of knowledge-sharing, networking, and collaboration to advance sustainable water management in industrial operations.
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08 - 11 Jul
Collection Systems & Stormwater 2026
The Collection Systems & Stormwater Conference unites operators, engineers, managers, and solution providers to tackle wet weather challenges, aging infrastructure, and climate-driven risks with practical, real‑world solutions for safer, more sustainable water systems.
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26 - 30 Sep
WEFTEC 2026
Join us to explore cutting-edge solutions, connect with sector leaders, and drive sustainable change. With expert insights, unparalleled networking opportunities, and groundbreaking innovations, WEFTEC empowers you to tackle today's challenges and shape the future of water and the environment.
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26 Sep
Jammin’4Water
Rock for a cause at Jammin’4Water—an energetic WEFTEC event uniting water professionals to raise funds and drive global water impact.
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