WAC 2024 - XVI World Aqua Congress - Conference & Exhibition

1.⁠ ⁠Leveraging Water for Peace
o Transboundary Water Management: Enhancing cooperation over shared water resources to prevent conflicts and promote peace.
o Water as a Tool for Diplomacy: Using water resource management as a diplomatic tool in peace negotiations and international relations.
o Equitable Access to Water: Ensuring equitable access to water as a fundamental human right to foster social stability and peace.
o Conflict Resolution through Water Governance: Developing frameworks for resolving water disputes that can lead to broader peace agreements.
o Educational Initiatives on Water and Peace: Promoting educational programs that emphasize the role of water management in peacebuilding and conflict prevention.
 2.⁠ ⁠Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM)
o Water policy and governance
o Water conservation techniques, including "Catch the Rain"
o Climate change adaptation and resilience
o River basin management
o Stakeholder engagement and community participation
 3.⁠ ⁠Enhancing Water Use Efficiency
o Innovative irrigation and agricultural practices
o Urban water efficiency technologies
o Industrial water reuse and recycling
o Water footprint and auditing
o Public education and behaviour change initiatives
 4.⁠ ⁠Emerging Technologies in the Water Sector
o AI and IoT for smart water management
o Advanced treatment and purification technologies
o Satellite and remote sensing applications
o Biotechnological advances in water management
o Nanotechnology for water purification
 5.⁠ ⁠Financial, Institutional, Legal & Policy Issues
o Water governance frameworks
o Financing models and strategies
o Water rights and access laws
o Policy integration across sectors
o International water law and transboundary cooperation
 6.⁠ ⁠River Rejuvenation and Pollution Control
o River cleanup technologies and methods
o Legislative frameworks and enforcement
o Sediment management
o Eco-restoration techniques
o Community and stakeholder involvement
 7.⁠ ⁠Urban Water Management
o Stormwater management and urban drainage systems
o Water-sensitive urban design
o Infrastructure for flood resilience
o Smart water grids and metering
o Greywater and rainwater harvesting
 8.⁠ ⁠Renewable Energy and Water Nexus
o Hydropower technologies and impacts
o Solar and wind applications in water projects
o Energy efficiency in water treatment
o Bioenergy and water management
o Policy frameworks for energy-water nexus
 9.⁠ ⁠Agricultural Water Management
o Water-efficient irrigation systems
o Soil moisture management technologies
o Drought management and response strategies
o Crop adaptation to water scarcity
o Policy and incentives for water-smart agriculture
10.⁠ ⁠Cross-Sectoral Water Strategies
o Water, energy, food nexus
o Water impacts on health
o Water in mining and extraction industries
o Water infrastructure in transportation
o Integrated coastal zone management
11.⁠ ⁠Water, Climate Change, and the Environment
o Impact assessments and adaptation strategies
o Mitigation techniques for water-related hazards
o Ecosystem services and biodiversity conservation
o Carbon footprints and water
o Linkages between climate policies and water management
12.⁠ ⁠Sustainable Management and Safety of Dams
o Dam Safety Inspections: Protocols, technologies, and case studies
o Sediment Management in Reservoirs: Techniques and impacts on dam operations
o Emergency Response and Disaster Preparedness: Planning and drills for dam failures
o Ageing Infrastructure: Renovation, rehabilitation, and decommissioning strategies
o Environmental and Social Impacts: Resettlement, biodiversity conservation, and community relations