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International Water Innovation & Sustainability Summit 2027

Bridging scientific research, policy frameworks, and technological breakthroughs to solve global water governance, climate resilience, and sanitation challenges.

Conference Dates 16 - 18 August 2027
Location Abuja, Nigeria
Community Engagement/Field Work/Analysis 19 - 21 August 2027
Format In-Person
Conference Dates

16 - 18 August 2027

Arrival & Registration

15 August 2027

Main Sessions

16 - 18 August 2027

Community Engagement/Field Work/Analysis

19 - 21 August 2027

15 Aug Registration
16 Aug Day 1
17 Aug Day 2
18 Aug Day 3
19 - 21 Aug Community Engagement/Field Work/Analysis

About the Summit

The International Water Innovation and Sustainability Summit (iWiSS 2027) gathers leading scientists, policymakers, industry innovators, and early-career researchers to accelerate scalable solutions for water security. Over three days of core sessions and three days of field explorations, participants will engage in technical paper presentations, high-level panel debates, hands-on workshops, and student research competitions.

Scientific Research Track

Peer-reviewed oral and poster presentations covering hydro-informatics, wastewater treatment, and climate adaptation.

3MT® & Student Awards

Three-Minute Thesis competitions and travel grants empowering early career scientists and students.

Industry & Exhibition

Direct engagement with technologies, equipment vendors, and water infrastructure organizations.

Community Engagement/Field Work/Analysis

Three days of guided technical field visits to regional water innovation projects and ecological sites.

Summit Registration

Arrival & Check-In 15 Aug 2027
Main Sessions 16 - 18 Aug 2027
Field Excursions 19 - 21 Aug 2027