SIWI at World Water Week 2026

Explore the sessions below and join us as we examine how water can help shape more resilient societies, economies, and ecosystems. Visit the programme page and find the session through the ID number.

Monday 24 August

Science-based forest and landscape management for safeguarding water
09:00–10:30
Room C2, Level 2

ID number: 12548

This session explores how science-based approaches to forest and landscape management can help secure water resources, strengthen ecosystem resilience, and support climate adaptation.

Water Diplomacy in Practice: Dialogue Amid Global Uncertainty
16:30–18:00
Room C3, Level 2

ID number: 12530

As geopolitical tensions and climate pressures increase, water diplomacy is becoming an increasingly important tool for cooperation. This session examines how dialogue can help build trust and address shared water challenges across borders.

Tuesday 25 August

Young Water Professionals Debate 2026
09:00–10:30
Room C4, Level 2

ID number: 12588

Emerging leaders debate key issues shaping the future of water governance, management, and cooperation.

Chasing the Water – Pastoralists and Grazing
12:00–13:00
Online

ID number: 12607

This session explores the relationship between water availability, grazing systems, and pastoralist livelihoods in a changing climate.

Green Water Governance – Need for a New Framework?
14:00–15:30
Room C1, Level 2

ID number: 12445

How should governance evolve to reflect the importance of green water in supporting food systems, ecosystems, climate resilience, and sustainable development?

Wednesday 26 August

Water Resilience as a Business Imperative: Leadership, Collective Action and Inclusive Solutions
14:00–14:20
Talkshow Studio

ID number: 12722

Business leaders discuss why water is becoming a strategic issue for competitiveness, resilience, and long-term value creation.

Innovative Governance for Sustainable and Equitable Water Use
14:00–15:30
Room C1, Level 2

ID number: 12655

This session explores new approaches to governance that can support fair, sustainable, and effective water management.

One Water: Building Climate-Resilient Infrastructure through Water and Subsurface Intelligence
16:00–17:30
Room A2, Level 6

ID number: 12734

Experts examine how integrated approaches to water and infrastructure planning can strengthen resilience to climate change.

Thursday 27 August

A Conflict-Sensitive Approach to Corporate Water Stewardship
09:00–10:30
Room A2, Level 6

ID number: 12716

As water-related pressures increase, companies must navigate complex social and political contexts. This session explores how corporate water stewardship can contribute to resilience while reducing the risk of conflict.

Meet the SIWI experts

Throughout the week, SIWI experts will contribute insights and perspectives across topics including water governance, water diplomacy, climate resilience, business engagement, sustainable development, and the future of water cooperation.

Visit the SIWI booth

The SIWI booth is a place to connect, exchange ideas, and explore the issues shaping the global water agenda. Throughout World Water Week, we will host expert interviews, conversations with partners, and discussions on emerging water challenges and solutions. Meet SIWI experts, discover new publications, and connect with colleagues from across sectors working to advance water security, resilience, and sustainable development.