2024 Digital Water Innovation Forum (2nd Edition) -

As policies such as “Data Element X” and “New Quality Productive Forces” have been issued and implemented, digital transformation has emerged as an inevitable trend and a core driving force in the development of the water services sector. Advanced technologies, including big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and AI, are increasingly integrated into various facets of water management. To facilitate the exchange of technological expertise and experiences in digital water management both across industries and internationally, and to expedite the establishment of an intelligent and efficient informatization system globally, the “2024 Digital Water Innovation Forum” is scheduled to be held at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center (Hongqiao) from June 3 to June 5. Details regarding this event are as follows:

Ⅰ. Organizational structure

1. Host Organizations

Yangtze Ecology and Environment Group Co., Ltd.

SGIDI Engineering Consulting(Group) Co., Ltd.

2. Organizing Units

Three Gorges Smart Water Affairs Technology Co., Ltd.

Shanghai Herui Group Co., Ltd.

3. Collaborating Units

State Key Laboratory of Urban Water Resource and Environment

Zhuhai Zhuobang Technology Co., Ltd.

4. Supporting Organizations

IWA (International Water Association)

Shanghai AI Industry Association

iEWA China Sensor and IoT Alliance Industrial Sensor and Water Affairs Committee

Ⅱ. Date and Venue of the Meeting

Date: 3-5 June 2024

Venue: Shanghai | National Exhibition and Convention Center(Hongqiao)

Address: No. 333 Songze Avenue, Qingpu District, Shanghai City

Ⅲ. Topics of Meeting

1. Main Forum

Digital Water Innovation

2. Sub-Forum

Digital Transformation in Water Utilities

Artificial Intelligence + Water Services

New Development (English Forum)

Intelligent IoT Perception

Data Element x Water Services

Ⅳ. Forum Highlights

1. Pathways to Innovation in “New Quality Productive Forces” in Digital Water Management Under the AI Wave

This session focuses on the integration of artificial intelligence with the water services sector, examining in-depth areas such as water supply, drainage, and wastewater treatment. It aims to explore extensive possibilities for digital transformation and practical changes, discussing how AI can be holistically applied in smart monitoring, accurate forecasting, and other aspects to enhance services, technologies, equipment, and software systems, ultimately fostering smarter infrastructure and more efficient operations.

2. Convergence of Renowned Domestic and International Experts, Centering on Intelligent Digitization of Water Services

The forum extends invitations to a host of distinguished experts, including academicians from both domestic and international spheres, to partake in theme sharing sessions that promise a continuous supply of authoritative knowledge, thereby assisting professionals in the water industry to broaden their international outlook and perspectives.

3. Consolidation of Industry Resources, Concentrated on Innovative Technologies and Products

Concurrent with the WieTec 2024, this forum will take place over an exhibition area of 260,000 square meters, featuring 4,000 branded exhibitors, 100,000 high-quality exhibits, and 120,000 attendees. It seeks to amalgamate industry resources and disseminate forefront information, aiding industry peers in market expansion and opportunity exploration.

Ⅴ. Schedule

1. June 3, 2024

Morning 8:30-12:00

Opening Remarks by Distinguished Guests

Main Forum – Digital Water Innovation

Noon 12:00-13:30

Visit the World Environment Expo

Afternoon 13:30-17:30

Sub-Forum 1 – Digital Transformation in Water Utilities

Sub-Forum 2 – Artificial Intelligence + Water Services

Sub-Forum 3 – New Development (English Forum)

Sub-Forum 4 – Intelligent IoT Perception

Sub-Forum 5 – Data Element x Water Services

Evening 18:30-21:00

Dinner Reception

2. June 4-5, 2024

Visit the WieTec (WATERTECH CHINA will be held at the same time