IWISS SUMMIT
2025
16 - 18 AUGUST 2027
Abuja, Nigeria
NanoSolarWater Project • Teesside University • The Royal Society
Why IWISS 2027 Matters
The International Water Innovation and Sustainability Summit (IWISS 2027) is a premier international forum bringing together scientists, engineers, policymakers, industry leaders, development partners, non-governmental organisations and community stakeholders to accelerate innovative solutions for sustainable water management.
The summit is organised by Teesside University (United Kingdom) as part of the internationally funded NanoSolarWater Project, a trilateral collaboration with African Universities. The project is supported by The Royal Society through the International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF).
IWISS 2027 marks the expansion of the NanoSolarWater programme into West Africa through the Royal Society's ISPF International Collaborations Enhancement Award.
Vision
To establish Africa's leading international platform for innovation, collaboration and knowledge exchange in sustainable water resources, water treatment and environmental resilience.
Mission
To connect science, policy, industry and communities in developing practical and scalable solutions that improve access to safe water while advancing research excellence and sustainable development throughout Africa.
More than two billion people worldwide still lack reliable access to safe drinking water. IWISS 2027 will provide a platform where researchers, governments, industry, NGOs and communities work together to develop sustainable solutions for one of humanity's greatest challenges.
Our Core Themes
Exploring the intersection of water science, technology, and sustainability
Water Science
- • Water chemistry & microbiology
- • Hydrogeology & water quality
- • Emerging contaminants & PFAS
- • Heavy metals assessment
Water Treatment Technologies
- • Nanotechnology & advanced oxidation
- • Solar-powered purification
- • Membrane & adsorbent materials
- • Desalination technologies
Smart Water Systems
- • Artificial Intelligence & ML
- • IoT & Digital Twins
- • GIS & Remote sensing
- • Smart monitoring & analytics
Water, Energy & Sustainability
- • Water-energy nexus
- • Renewable energy & solar tech
- • Circular economy
- • Sustainable infrastructure
Our Conference Objectives
Showcase world-leading research emerging from the NanoSolarWater Project
Strengthen international scientific collaboration between Africa, the UK and global partners
Promote innovative technologies for water purification, monitoring and environmental protection
Build research capacity across Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs)
Foster collaboration between academia, government, industry and civil society
Encourage translation of scientific discoveries into commercial, policy and community applications
What Makes IWISS Unique
International Keynote Lectures
World-renowned speakers sharing cutting-edge research and insights
Industry Exhibitions
Showcasing the latest water technologies and innovations
Community Engagement
Connecting research with community needs and solutions
Water Sampling Field Expeditions
Hands-on field work and laboratory analysis demonstrations
Student Innovation Competitions
Empowering the next generation of water innovators
Grant Networking Sessions
Connecting researchers with funding opportunities
Presidential Forum on Nanotechnology for National Development
Nigeria's National Nanotechnology Roadmap • Nanotechnology for Water Security • Commercialising Nanotechnology Research • Building Nigeria's Nanotechnology Economy
NanoSolarWater Innovation Day
Dedicated to showcasing the groundbreaking research and innovations from the NanoSolarWater Project.
The Africa NanoWater Initiative
Accelerating the adoption of nanotechnology and advanced materials for safe water, sanitation and environmental sustainability across Africa.
Launching during IWISS 2027
Our Sponsors
Principal Sponsor
The Royal Society
International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF)
Organised By
Teesside University (UK)
NanoSolarWater Project
Register Your Interest
Join researchers, government leaders, NGOs, industry professionals, development agencies and innovators from around the world.