A 2025 Guide to Key Water, Wastewater, Biosolids Conferences

As we venture into 2025, professionals in the water, wastewater, and biosolids sectors are presented with many opportunities for growth, learning, and networking. From global summits to regional gatherings, the year ahead is brimming with events that promise to shape the future of water management and technology. While most conferences are now taking place in person, some also offer the option to attend online, giving you excellent opportunities to meet and share insights from change-makers from the comfort of your own screen.

Dive into our list of our most anticipated conferences of the year.

LATAM Water Summit II

22 - 23 January 2025 | Cartagena | Colombia

This summit focuses on water solutions and technologies relevant to Latin America and brings together senior executives from the public and private sectors across multiple Latin American countries for discussions and networking. The event covers topics like regulation, investment policies, and project partnerships in the water and sanitation sector. Overall, the LATAM Water Summit is an excellent opportunity for attendees to gain insights into current trends, meet decision-makers, and explore business opportunities in the region's water and sanitation industry.

Sustainable Biosolids Management For Green Future

4 - 5 February 2025 | Amman | Jordan

The Biosolids 2025 Conference focuses on promoting safe and sustainable biosolids use in Jordan, supporting the National Water Strategy, and contributing to a greener future. This event will feature local and international success stories, engage stakeholders, and highlight management policies that encourage public-private partnerships and beneficial use opportunities.

Pacific Water Conference

4 - 6 February 2025 | Honolulu, HI | United States

The Pacific Water Conference is an event for water and wastewater professionals in Hawaii and the Pacific region. Organized by the AWWA Hawaii Section and HWEA, the conference features a diverse technical program, an exhibit hall showcasing cutting-edge solutions, and networking opportunities. A highlight is the student poster competition, promoting innovation among future water professionals. Attendees can also participate in pre-conference workshops.

WEX Global 2025  

10 - 12 February 2025 | Valencia | Spain

This conference stands out for its focus on the intersection of water, energy, and climate change. It attracts a diverse group of stakeholders including high-level water and energy experts, business professionals, and innovators. WEX Global emphasizes the exchange of ideas, business opportunities, and methodologies, with key topics including water management, digital innovation in water systems, climate-conscious water stewardship, and leveraging water reuse. It is an ideal platform for professionals seeking to engage in the circular economy, mitigate climate change, and explore sustainable solutions.

AfWASA International Congress & Exhibition 

16 - 20 February 2025 | Kampala | Uganda

The 22nd AfWASA Congress brings together water and sanitation professionals to share innovations and strategies under the theme "Water and Sanitation for All: A Secure Future for Africa." Highlights include technical sessions, an exhibition, workshops, forums, technical tours, and cultural networking events.

World Water Tech Innovation Summit

25 - 26 February 2025 | London | United Kingdom

The summit is a key event for global disruptors in the water sector, gathering progressive water enterprises, regulatory bodies, engineering firms, technology giants, investors, and visionaries. It focuses on proactive asset management, circular solutions, and resilience against climate events. The World Water Innovation Summit is crucial for those interested in collaboration, investment, and innovation in the water sector, offering interactive discussions, executive briefings, and networking opportunities. Attendees can also expect to engage with senior-level stakeholders and explore sustainable financing, circular energy systems, emerging contaminants, and smart asset monitoring, among other topics.

SMAGUA 2025

4 - 6 March 2025 | Zaragoza | Spain

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, SMAGUA has established itself as a premier technological showcase for the water, irrigation, and environmental industries. The event serves as a pivotal meeting point for professionals worldwide, offering the latest in equipment and technologies related to the water cycle.

Water Philippines

19 - 21 March 2025 | Manila | Philippines

The event highlights cutting-edge technologies, sustainable solutions, and industry innovations through its comprehensive exhibition, technical seminars, and networking opportunities. It provides a unique platform for professionals to connect, share knowledge, and explore the latest advancements shaping the water and wastewater sectors.

WEF Joint Conference: Residuals & Biosolids and Innovation in Treatment Technology

6 - 9 May 2025 | Baltimore, MD | United States

With a focus on biosolids management, this conference brings together experts to discuss the latest trends and technologies in the industry. It's a key event for professionals in the water and wastewater sectors in general as well. Attendees can expect to explore new technologies, successful innovations, and best practices for long-term success in biosolids programs. The WEF/IWA event includes pre-conference workshops, exhibitions, and various sessions, making it an excellent opportunity for learning, networking, and discussing industry advancements.

Global Water Summit 2025  

12 - 14 May 2024 | Paris | France

GWS is a premier event in the water industry, known for its high-level discussions on the water market and policy. It attracts high-level executives from industry, municipalities, and international water companies. The Global Water Summit is crucial for exploring key issues like water security, climate change, and water investment's role in global stability. Attendees benefit from networking opportunities, industry insights, and discussions on current trends and future directions in water management and policy​.

Ozwater

20 - 25 May | Adelaide | Australia

Australia's premier water conference, Ozwater, addresses the critical water issues in the Australasian region. With a decades long history, the conference is known for promoting excellence, networking, and international engagement in the water sector. Attendees typically include industry experts, researchers, and practitioners, all coming together to discuss current challenges and advancements in water management and technology. Ozwater is an ideal platform for networking, learning about the latest trends, and exploring innovative solutions in the water industry.

ENVEX

11 - 13 June | Seoul | South Korea

ENVEX is a leading environmental technology and green energy exhibition in Asia, attracting industry professionals, government officials, and academics worldwide. The event showcases the latest advancements in environmental technology, renewable energy, and sustainable solutions.

GLOBAL WATER EXPO

September 2025 | Riyadh | Saudi Arabia

The Global Water Expo brings together professionals in Saudi Arabia's water sector to explore trends, technologies, and business opportunities. Highlights include an exhibition featuring solutions across water treatment, waste management, and environmental protection, the Global Water Summit, and Water360 expert talks.

NORDIWA

23 - 25 September 2025 | Oslo | Norway

The Nordic Wastewater Conference (NORDIWA) is the premier event for wastewater professionals across the Nordic region, organized by leading water associations. The conference brings together city planners, operators, engineers, researchers, and advisors to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in wastewater management and treatment. The program includes technical sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing. The conference is conducted in English, ensuring accessibility to an international audience.

WEFTEC 2025

29 September - 1 October 2025 | Chicago, IL | United States

This US conference is renowned as a leading source of water quality innovation and solutions, with a great exhibition floor boasting of technologies from over 800 industry-leading providers. It gathers a diverse range of stakeholders, including professionals in the water quality, wastewater, and stormwater sectors. Attendees can expect to experience cutting-edge solutions, engage in comprehensive educational sessions, and network with industry experts. The conference and exhibition provide a platform to explore the latest in water quality education and training, making it a must-attend event for professionals in the field.

IWA-ASPIRE Conference 2025

20 - 24 October 2025 | Auckland | New Zealand

The 10th IWA-ASPIRE Conference, themed "Empowering Tomorrow: Smart Water Solutions for Resilient Communities," will bring together international water and sanitation experts. Highlights include sessions on governance, smart water solutions, resilience, and community engagement, showcasing New Zealand’s expertise in sustainability and indigenous knowledge.

IWA-ASIWA Conference on Sludge Management PIRE Conference 2025

21 - 24 October 2025 | Tokyo | Japan

Organized by the IWA Sludge Management Specialist Group, the 19th IWA Conference on Sludge Management it focuses on innovative solutions for sludge treatment, resource recovery, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Key topics include emerging contaminants, energy recovery, lifecycle analysis, and industrial sludge management. The event will feature technical sessions, research presentations, and networking opportunities, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among global professionals. Kyoto provides a vibrant backdrop for discussions on the future of sustainable sludge management.

European Biosolids & Bioresources Conference & Exhibition

11 - 12 November 2025 | Manchester | United Kingdom & Online

This event is a must-attend for those looking to explore the latest research and practices in biosolids in Europe. Attracting many global professionals, this conference offers a platform for learning about the latest innovations, best practices, and research in the field. It features over industry-leading speakers, an exhibition hall with innovative technologies, and extensive networking opportunities. This conference is ideal for those looking to stay informed about industry developments and forge valuable connections.

IFAT Series

· IE expo in China

21 - 23 April 2025 | Shanghai | China

· IFAT Eurasia

15 - 17 May 2025 | Istanbul | Turkey

· IFAT Brazil

25 - 27 June 2025 | São Paulo | Brazil

· IE expo Chengdu

25 - 27 June 2025 | Chengdu | China

· IFAT Africa

8 - 10 July 2025 | Johannesburg | South Africa

· IE expo Guangzhou

17 - 19 September 2025 | Guangzhou | China

· WETEX

30 September - 2 October 2025 | Dubai | United Arab Emirates

· IFAT India

14 - 16 October 2025 | Mumbai | India

The IFAT series is a leading global trade fair that tackles the bigger umbrella of environmental technologies. It encompasses technologies for water, sewage, waste, and raw materials management. Scheduled to take place in various global locations, including Shanghai, Istanbul, Johannesburg, São Paulo, Mumbai and others in 2025, it provides an international platform for highlighting innovative solutions and discussing industry challenges. Key stakeholders attending include professionals from municipalities, environmental technology industries, and waste management sectors. Attendees benefit from exploring new technologies, networking opportunities, and learning about the latest trends and developments in environmental management.

Why Attend Water, Wastewater and Biosolids Conferences

Over the years, Cambi has identified the above events as vital in establishing the right connections in the water, wastewater, and biosolids industries. Attending these have benefitted our talent base and overall organization in the following areas:

1. Knowledge Sharing: These conferences have provided us with a platform for learning about the latest research, technologies, and innovations in these fields, while also occasionally being our preferred venues for sharing our own expertise and studies.
2. Networking: These events offer great opportunities to connect with industry experts, peers, and potential collaborators, fostering professional relationships. It’s important, of course, to choose the events within or near the region you are interested in.
3. Skill Development: Attending the workshops and presentations at the listed conferences has helped us in enhancing our technical and management skills relevant to the sector.
4. Industry Trends: These conferences highlight current trends and future directions, helping us stay informed and ahead in our field. A thorough awareness of the sector’s developments helps increase our drive for innovation.
5. Collaboration Opportunities: These events present chances to engage in collaborations and partnerships, which can be crucial for career growth and business development. When able, Cambi will invite event participants to site visits near the conference’s city to showcase our technology upfront.

Overall, these events are key for professional growth and staying updated in the rapidly evolving water and environmental sectors.

As we navigate the waters of change and innovation, these gatherings will undoubtedly chart the course for a sustainable and efficient future in water management. Each conference has its unique focus and opportunities, so choosing the ones that align best with your professional goals and interests is key.

Keep an eye on Cambi’s conference calendar for the latest engaging and informative events in the sector.