WEFTEC 2027

WEFTEC 2027

WEFTEC 2027 marks a historic milestone as the Water Environment Federation celebrates its 100th anniversary. As WEF’s premier event and the largest annual water quality exhibition and conference in North America, WEFTEC 2027 promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime celebration paired with the top-tier programming that has helped the event be on the cutting-edge of water sector innovation. Water professionals from around the globe will come together to celebrate a century of progress in protecting public health and the environment while looking ahead to the innovations, partnerships, and leadership that will shape the next 100 years of water.

Organized by the Water Environment Federation (WEF), WEFTEC is the largest annual water quality conference in the world and THE place to find the solutions and connections you’re looking for. We’ve championed the water sector since 1928 and know how to help you build a resilient future.

The water sector is changing

You’re doing more with less. Every day, you face threats to your operations:

• Strict RulesNew contaminants demand attention. Compliance is mandatory.
• Fewer HandsSkilled operators are retiring. Finding new talent is difficult.
• Aging SystemsOld infrastructure fails. You have to build a circular water economy while keeping the plant running.

Special events in 2027

In 2027, the WEFTEC experience expands beyond the conference floor with special events and milestone celebrations that bring the water community together:

• Jammin’4Water (J4W)Jammin’4Water (J4W) will help kick off the celebratory spirit on Saturday evening, September 25, 2027. A WEFTEC tradition that combines music, networking, and a commitment to improving global water quality.
• WEF Centennial GalaWEF Centennial Gala will take place on Sunday evening, Sept 26, 2027, celebrating WEF’s 100-year legacy with a high-energy event that brings the community together to reflect on a century of impact and look ahead to the opportunities and challenges that will shape the future of water.
• Operations Challenge 40th AnniversaryWEF will honor four decades of showcasing the expertise, teamwork, and dedication of the water professionals who protect public health, support resilient communities, and keep essential water services running every day.

Transform Vision Into Action

When you attend WEFTEC, you don’t just stay ahead of the curve—you actively shape the future of the industry.

• Advance Your CareerEarn valuable continuing education and professional development credits (CEUs and PDHs) to enhance your professional qualifications while staying informed on critical industry trends.
• Build Your NetworkConnect with a supportive community of peers, experts, and leading suppliers to forge partnerships that will last throughout your career.
• Solve Your Greatest ChallengesDiscover new ways to streamline processes, improve performance, reduce operational costs, and drive environmental sustainability in your operations.

WEFTEC attracts a wide cross-section of the global water sector each year, allowing you to exchange ideas, knowledge, and experiences that will broaden your perspectives and deepen your understanding of the sector.