8–10 December 2026  ·  Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Water & Power Week 2026

Water Made Visible

Join global leaders, experts and innovators to explore the ideas and solutions shaping a sustainable future for water and energy. Choose your summit and register your attendance.

25,000+Visitors
1,000+Participants
3Strategic summits
3 days8–10 December 2026
About ADWPW

The world’s premier platform for water sustainability

The inaugural Abu Dhabi Water and Power Week (ADWPW) – Special Water Edition brings together decision-makers, industry leaders, experts, and innovators from around the globe to showcase the latest solutions, technologies, and policies to advance water sustainability and strengthen water security.

Organized by the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, the inaugural edition will be held in conjunction with the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi, co-hosted by the UAE and the Republic of Senegal.

Vision

Redefining Water Resilience For Prosperity

Mission

Consolidate Abu Dhabi’s position as a global platform for sustainable water solutions and an international hub for water policy development

$300–500BGlobal investments expected in desalination infrastructure over the next 10 years
$1 trillionAnnual global investment required to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 6
100%Expected growth in the desalination technology market by 2033
50%of the world’s population faces severe water scarcity
Summit Registration

Three summits. One water agenda.

Each summit brings together the people shaping the future of water. Select the summit you would like to attend and complete your registration.

Regulations and Policies Summit
08Dec · Tue

Policies and Regulation Summit

Bringing together policymakers, regulators, and global institutions to develop forward-looking governance, policies, and regulatory models that accelerate water resilience, sustainability, and equitable access worldwide.

11:00 AM – 3:15 PM Abu Dhabi
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Finance and Investment Summit
09Dec · Wed

Finance and Investment Summit

Uniting investors, financial institutions, development partners, and governments to unlock innovative financing mechanisms, scale investment, and drive the infrastructure needed to meet the world’s growing water challenges.

10:30 AM – 3:15 PM Abu Dhabi
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Tech and Innovation Summit
10Dec · Thu

Technology and Innovation Summit

Connecting innovators, technology leaders, researchers, and industry pioneers to showcase cutting-edge advancements that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and resilience across the entire water value chain.

10:30 AM – 3:15 PM Abu Dhabi
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