Discuss how sectors that rely on water in their day to day operations can collaborate with global and regional environmental agencies to provide insights into the effective implementation of water saving measures along with incentives to encourage water intensive sectors to save water.

Get first-hand insights from executive leaders as they delve into how local content strategies and intellectual property frameworks can foster sustainable solutions, drive technological advancements, and support Saudi Arabia's vision for water resource management. Gain exclusive insights into the intersection of policy, innovation, and collaboration in addressing one of the most critical challenges of our time.

The water and wastewater sector is at a crossroads, facing escalating pressures from population growth, water scarcity, and pollution, but also unprecedented opportunities for renewal. This keynote will explore how policymakers and regulators can enable innovation, mobilize private participation, and attract sustainable finance to strengthen resilience and performance.

DC Water serves over 700,000 residents and more than 25,000,000 annual visitors in the nation's capital, which is unique as the only major US metropolitan city without a second source of drinking water. Guided by a strategic plan, Blueprint 2.0, built around 5 imperatives - healthy, safe and well; reliable; equitable; resilient; and sustainable - DC Water is focused on innovative approaches to water management.

Innovation is a global endeavour, with countries around the world striving to address critical challenges through cutting-edge research, advanced technologies, and strategic collaboration. Leaders from different regions of the world share insights into fostering innovation ecosystems, driving investment in transformative projects, and leveraging international partnerships to achieve impactful results.