Kingdom to host Water Conference in December
Saudi Arabia is hosting the fifth edition of the Water Sustainability Innovation Conference (IDWS 2026) in Jeddah from December 14 to 16, organized by the Saudi Water Authority. The conference aims to connect innovation with investment and practical application in the water sector, bringing together more than 10,000 participants from 140 countries and featuring 250 speakers. It includes an exhibition with over 150 global brands. The conference will cover water desalination technologies, recycling, artificial intelligence, and will play a significant role in expanding the implementation of innovative solutions and stimulating innovations through dedicated awards totaling $10 million, along with a new category focused on water conservation. It also emphasizes enabling the transfer of innovative technology from research to practical application, and will feature activities such as a water hackathon and workshops. The scope will expand to include the management of water associated with production processes, aiming to improve the efficiency of Saudi Arabia's water system and link research and innovation efforts with practical and investment needs.
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