Water Governance: Is Regulation Evolving Fast Enough for Innovation?

24 Feb 2026
Auditorium
Main Stage
  • What role do policymakers play in shaping a regulatory environment that enables digital transformation across the water supply chain? How can this support compliance to stricter environmental standards and promote progress toward energy neutrality?
  • How can regulators balance the deployment of emerging technologies with effective risk management? What are the key differences in regulatory approaches across the global regions?
  • What governance models are regulators adopting to support Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in a digitally evolving landscape?
  • What lessons can be drawn from global regulatory initiatives, such as Ofwat’s Innovation Fund or the US EPA’s AQUARIUS program, in unlocking investment, de-risking innovation, and incentivising digital transformation?