IWA themes

The work and activities of our members, wheter thorugh established mechanisms like specialist groups, task groups, at confrences or in print, is complemeted by a range of activities divided into strategic themes and programmes. They are designed to facilitate members' engagement on issues which are considered critical to the water sector's wider development.

Cities of the Future

Developing new paradigms for highly efficient urban water services in new and existing cities throughout the world.

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Managing utilities and their assets

Enabling utilities to meet the evolving service challenges and tripple bottom line objectives in developing and developed countries, this programme covers everything between strategic asset management to operation and maintenance.

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Science and application of water management

Exploring advances in fundamental water science, research and technology development related to urban drainage and the treatment of water, wastewater and stormwater.

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Water and health

Enabling utilities to meet the evolving service challenges and tripple bottom line objectives in developing and developed countries this programme covers everhing between strategic management to operation and maintenance.

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Water, climate and energy

Developing strategies for adapting and optimising water services in the context of population growth, climate change and related energy impacts.

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