IDA Seville Summit on Water and Climate Change
Join the global movement to ensure water security and climate resilience by registering today for the IDA Seville Summit on Water and Climate Change! Gain access to thought-provoking thematic and technical programs, where experts will address pressing issues such as climate change adaptation, decarbonizing the water sector and unconventional water resources; specifically water reuse and desalination. Held under the patronage of H.E. Teresa Ribera, Vice-President and Minister for the Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge, Kingdom of Spain, and endorsed by Hon. Jose Luis Sanz, the Mayor of Seville.
The Summit will include a celebration of IDA’s Fiftieth Anniversary, a high-level thematic program parallel to a uniquely designed technical program on how reuse and desalination solutions can offset water scarcity. Seville offers a majestic backdrop for this gathering, and IDA is planning spectacular networking and social events.
IDA, in collaboration with BlueTech Research, is conducting a Desalination Technology survey. Notably, technologies like Batch Reverse Osmosis (RO) have a rich history spanning over three decades, tracing their origins back to the inception of RO technology itself. This extended period of use is also reflected in other techniques such as Electrodialysis Reversal (EDR), Forward Osmosis (FO), and more.
As a valued stakeholder of IDA, your insights are crucial to our survey. We are eager to hear your perspective on various desalination technologies. Your input will be very important in providing a well-rounded industry sentiment regarding these technologies, particularly the more specialized or emerging solutions, such as membrane distillation and others that have recently attracted more attention.
Your participation is greatly appreciated as we strive to stay at the forefront of developments in the field. We kindly request all participants to complete this survey by no later than December 15, 2023.
A company can compensate for its water footprint and become Water Positive by producing high-quality water through desalination and water reuse and by reducing their overall water consumption. Though rainwater harvesting is still under discussion, scientific evidence shows that it can have both positive and negative impacts on the environment, depending on the specific system and how it is implemented. Desalination and water reuse are the most effective means of helping the natural water cycle. Meanwhile, the industry remains steadfast in its production of goods, food and services at a high rate.
The IDA conducted a survey to provide ECHA information on the current use of PVDF-based membranes (MF/UF) in water treatment systems. The survey pertained to water treatment systems in the European Community: EU countries.
The IDA strongly encouraged end-users/operators to complete the survey to support ECHA decision-making.
ECHA (European Chemicals Agency, an agency of the EU that implements the regulation of chemicals to protect health and the environment) is currently soliciting public consultation on the restriction of around 10,000 per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs).
More detailed information about the restriction proposal of PFAS in the EU can be located at https://www.echa.europa.eu.
The IDA Survey results have been gathered and sent to ECHA. The IDA’s conclusive report is available for viewing here.
Explore the captivating historical timeline from 600 AD to 1975, with more to come, as IDA unveils its expansion leading up to the 50th Anniversary Gala dinner on October 17, 2023, at the IDA Seville Summit on Water and Climate Change in Seville, Spain. Witness the evolution of desalination and reuse technologies, showcasing the instrumental role of IDA and its members in driving development.
Registration is Open
The IDA 2022 World Congress Delegate Registration is open, and so are the Australian borders!
We encourage early registration to ensure enough time for obtaining an entry visa if required and to take advantage of the special rates offered. For more information regarding visa requirements, don’t hesitate to contact your nearest embassy consulate. Discover the registration rates on wc.idadesal.org.
Book Your Exhibition Space!
The exhibition floor is the epicenter of the IDA World Congress. The ICC Sydney, the 2022 IDA World Congress location, is a fully integrated harborside convention, exhibition, and entertainment venue. We encourage you to review our sponsorship packages, including prime exhibition space, and review the floorplan to Book space only and shell scheme solutions.
For more information about the floor plan, rates, and online booking contact sponsorships@idadesal.org or exhibitions@idadesal.org.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Congress sponsorship opportunities are available with or without exhibit space. For more information, contact us at sponsorships@idadesal.org. The 2022 sponsors include: Titanium: Saline Water Conversion Corporation, Platinum: Saudi Water Partnership Company, Premium Gold: Metito, Gold: Dupont, Toray, ACWA Power and Mutlaq Al-Ghowairi Contracting Co, Outback Discussion Theater Sponsor: Osmoflo, Silver: Almar Water Solutions, ROPV, Nanostone Water and NEOM, Premium Bronze: Tedagua, SUEZ and Bronze: GS Inima, Gradiant, SACYR, Jacobs, Ruhrpumpen, Veolia, Lantania, Stantec, ACCIONA and OriginWater, YLP: Dupont, Aquatech and LG Chem, Technical Session: ILF Consulting Engineers, Innovation Forum: Aqualia and Caramondani, Event: Water Corporation, and Plant Tour: Sydney Desalination Plant.
Innovation Forum
The IDA Innovation Forum, new to the World Congress, is specifically designed to introduce new and innovative solutions from Universities, Research Centers, Technology Developers, and start-up companies to major organizations in the water and energy sectors, venture capitalists, developers, and investors.
The submission process has been closed. The short listed teams will be selected by an international, cross-sector panel of judges and present their pitch at the IDA World Congress.
2024 IDRA WORLD CONGRESS
The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated 2024 IDRA World Congress, set to occur in the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi from December 8 to 12, 2024. This monumental event is proudly hosted by the Department of Energy (DOE) Abu Dhabi under the esteemed patronage of H.E. Awaidha Murshid Al Marrar, Chairman of the DOE Abu Dhabi.
We invite you to share your knowledge and expertise at the 2024 IDRA World Congress: ‘Addressing Water Scarcity. The Abstract Submission site will be open until 15 January 2024.
Extended abstracts are evaluated based on contribution and impact, originality, accuracy, and an appropriate comparison to related works. The submission must include the manuscript’s purpose, new results, and conclusions.
As we eagerly anticipate the 2024 IDRA World Congress, we envision a gathering of exceptional people committed to addressing the critical issue of water scarcity and working towards a more sustainable future. Your active participation in the Technical Program will undoubtedly contribute to the success of our collective mission.
IDA 2022 World Congress Highlights
The World Congress included five days of technical presentations and high-level panel discussions addressing how we can solve global water scarcity challenges with unconventional water resources, specifically by using desalination and water reuse solutions. The support for the event included over 30 sponsors, more than 60 exhibiting companies and organizations, and participation from world water leaders, top scientists, researchers, solution providers, and investors. We look forward to seeing you at the IDA World Congress 2024 in Abu Dhabi.
IDA Talks
A series of short and dynamic video talks from members and stakeholders about desalination and advanced water treatment solutions. The Talks will focus on research and innovation, project development, finance, legal frameworks, operations and maintenance, incorporation of renewable energy, digitalization of water assets, ocean brine concentrate mining, and many more topics.
If you’re a member of the IDA and would like to record a talk, please contact us at info@idadesal.org
IDA Board Elections
The nomination and election process for the IDA Board of Directors term 2022-2024 will open on January 6, 2022.
Active members in the IDA since July 2020 are eligible to stand for election. The IDA board is a working board with several standing and special committees. Candidates should be knowledgeable about IDA’s mission and activities, and be available to dedicate time to the association.
All nominations should be sent to the IDA office to the attention of IDA Secretary General, Ms. Shannon McCarthy, at info@idadesal.org.
Special Remarks from Hon. Tanya Plibersek, Minister for the Environment and Water, Australia
A special word from Hon. Secretary John F. Kerry, United States Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Change
Special Remarks from Hon. Sebastian Piñera, Former Chilean President
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* Resource: IDA Water Security Handbook, 2019 – 2020 and GWI DesalData
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Source: GWI DesalData Updated October 2022 and IDA Desalination & Reuse Handbook 2022-2023
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“All people are entitled to water and sanitation without discrimination. The IDA is here today because we consider this statement finite and imperative. Through desalination and water reuse technology, we pursue our mission in bridging the gap between the demand and supply of fresh water around the world.”
Fady Juez
IDA President
“We are committed to building an expanded IDA community that embraces all aspects of planning and satisfying global water needs and promoting communication within that expanded community. Our vision is an IDA community that includes not only technology providers, but also government policy-makers, technology users, the international finance community, global think tanks, and NGOs.”
Shannon McCarthy
IDA Secretary General
“The vital solutions desalination and water reuse technologies and systems provide to offset water scarcity continue to grow each year, as both contribute to meeting clean water demands for municipal, industrial, and agricultural needs. IDA leads a noble mission to promote these solutions and engage with all stakeholders around the globe.”
Carlos Cosín
Former IDA President
“Each of us has favorite papers, presentations, books and patents (not necessarily our own!) which we believe influenced the way desalination was understood and advanced over the years.”
Dr. Jim Birkett
IDA Honorary Council Member and Former IDA President
“IDA, since its inception, has become the godparent of the desalination and water reuse industry. The membership mix of engineers, researchers, water companies, end users, developers, contractors, legal and financial institutions has created the necessary alliance, to help achieve the goals of water sufficiency, efficiency and sustainability.”
Ghassan Ejjeh
IDA Honorary Council Member and Former IDA President
“The role of IDA, its directors and members has been of the utmost importance to let the world know about the importance and progress of water desalination and reuse technology to make water available at a low cost, in places where development is seriously restricted by the lack of water.”
José Antonio Medina
IDA Honorary Council Member and Former IDA President
“Desalination and water reuse have become the staple of countries in need of new water sources and along the way has spawned many corporations, both big and small who supply myriads of products for this industry. IDA has provided constant leadership throughout its history guiding the present and future role of desalination.“
David Furukawa
IDA Honorary Council Member and Former IDA President
“In recent years, desalination has become a mainstream water supply alternative in a world of increasing water stress. It is no longer the last- remedy expensive technology used by those countries that can afford it as was the case at the beginning of my career in this field. The real potential of reuse is also finally being fully recognized.”
Dr. Emilio Gabbrielli
IDA Honorary Council Member and Former IDA President
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