Water Conference of the West - 2027

Date: April 19-22, 2027 
Where: Sacramento, California - SAFE Credit Union Convention Center 

ABSTRACTS DUE:  AUGUST 28, 2026

Background:

The CA-NV Section of AWWA is hosting the Water Conference of the West (WCW27) in Sacramento, California April 19-22, 2027.  WCW27 will bring together over 1,500 water professionals ranging from Treatment and Distribution Operators to Engineers, Utility Mangers, Consultants, and Manufacturers to experience Technical Sessions, Exhibit Hall, Competitions, and Networking. We encourage you to be part of the Technical Program by submitting an abstract. 

The theme of Water Conference of the West 2027 is THRIVING UNDER PRESSURE.  

In the water industry, pressure isn’t just a measurement — it’s a constant call to rise, adapt, and lead with purpose. Thriving Under Pressure celebrates the professionals who turn challenges into catalysts for innovation, tenacity, and growth. From aging infrastructure to evolving regulations, the urgent demands of climate adaptability, and evolving expectations for reliability, our community continues to show that strength is built not in the absence of pressure, but because of it.

This theme honors the operators, engineers, managers, consultants, manufacturers, and partners who keep our systems flowing and our communities safe. It recognizes the teamwork, ingenuity, and dedication that define the CA‑NV AWWA spirit. Together, we don’t just withstand pressure — we thrive through it, shaping a more reliable, sustainable, and resilient water future for all.

We’re seeking abstracts that demonstrate practical solutions, data‑driven insights, applied research, and field‑tested strategies that improve performance under real‑world constraints. Whether your work advances treatment optimization, distribution system reliability, cybersecurity, asset management, water quality monitoring, or workforce readiness, now is the time to share it.

Submit your abstract and help equip the water community with tools, technologies, and knowledge that keep our systems strong—even when the pressure is high.

Abstract Guidelines:

  • Presentations are 30 minutes.
  • The Presentation title should be brief and clearly indicate the topic of the presentation. 
  • Abstracts (250 words or less) must state the objectives, status, methodology, findings, and significance of the project or research. 
  • Submissions on current trends and emerging developments are particularly encouraged.
  • Presenters with proprietary interests are prohibited from advertising, promoting, endorsing or marketing these interests during their presentation.
  • Each speaker must submit a biography for introduction purposes - please be brief.

You will be asked to submit your presentation to one of the following committees for consideration:

  • Asset Management Committee
  • Backflow Programs Committee
  • Communications and Customer Relations Committee
  • Distribution System Water Quality Committee
  • Education and Workforce Development
  • Energy and Sustainability Committee
  • Engineering & Construction Committee
  • Environmental, Health, and Safety Committee
  • Financial Management Committee
  • Inclusion and Diversity Committee
  • Leadership Development Committee
  • Legislative Committee
  • Materials Performance Committee
  • Meters Committee
  • New Technology Committee
  • Operators Committee
  • Pipeline Renewal Committee
  • Regulatory Committee
  • Research Committee
  • Reuse and Desalination Committee
  • Safe Drinking Water Act Committee
  • Security & Emergency Management Committee
  • Smaller Utilities Committee
  • Source Water Quality Committee
  • Student Chapters Committee
  • Systems Control Technology Committee
  • Tanks, Reservoirs & Structures Committee
  • Veteran Engagement & Transition Committee
  • Water Loss Control Committee
  • Water Management & Efficiency Committee
  • Water Quality Analysis Committee
  • Water Treatment Committee
  • Water Well Technology Committee
  • Women's Leadership Committee
  • Young Professionals Committee
We look forward to your abstracts to explore the latest advancements in water industry and to hear how you are THRIVING UNDER PRESSURE. 

Questions related to the technical program may be directed to the Technical Program Director, Phil Brun, at technicalprogramdirector@gmail.com

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Important Notes:

  • Speakers will be notified in early November if their presentation has been selected for WCW27.
  • The Section reserves the right to cancel or request modifications to a presentation based on the submitted content.
  • Speakers are required to complete a Speaker Agreement.
  • The Section may use your abstract for marketing purposes prior to and at WCW27.
  • The Section will make presentations available to attendees after WCW27 (you may opt out of this in the Speaker Agreement).
  • Speakers are required to register for WCW27 by 1/29/2027.  Speakers receive a reduced rate for full conference or one-day registrations.

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