WATER IL - Innovation Leadership Summit 2026
Innovation, Solutions, and a Sustainable Future
Join the WATER IL – Innovation Leadership Summit in Jerusalem, 9–10 March 2026, organized by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Israeli Water Authority. The summit will create a global platform convening governments, industry leaders, academia, and innovators to tackle the world's most pressing water challenges.
Water scarcity, aggravated by climate change and population growth, is a critical global challenge. Regional droughts, extreme weather, and resource depletion directly impact economic stability and the well-being of millions. The summit serves as a vital platform for international cooperation, designed to foster mutual learning and accelerate the sharing of innovative, sustainable solutions.
Together, by combining knowledge, experience, and resources from around the world, we can strengthen resilience to water scarcity challenges and build a foundation for sustainable and secure water supplies to benefit all. Your participation will be highly valued and will contribute greatly to the success of this conference.
We look forward to welcoming you to Jerusalem!
Sincerely,
Eli Cohen
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
State of Israel
Our Vision
Our core objective is to highlight innovation and best practices in water policy and water technologies, including those developed in Israel. The discussions will delve into crucial issues, providing a professional space to examine solutions and discuss future policy directions.
Key topics will include latest developments and innovation; Water policy; Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the water sector and the essential Water-Energy Nexus.
The program features high-level dialogue and networking opportunities including ministerial summit and plenary sessions, panels, expert lectures, and a boutique exhibition showcasing cutting-edge solutions and services from Israeli start-up companies.
About the Program
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Day One Expanded Leadership Summit |
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Day Two Ministerial and Decision-Makers Field Visit |
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The first day will take the form of an expanded leadership summit, bringing together ministers, senior policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and academic experts from Israel and around the world. The program will include keynote addresses, professional panels, and a dedicated ministerial segment designed to foster high-level dialogue on global water and energy challenges. |
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In parallel, additional pre-arranged B2B meetings will take place to further support professional exchange and the development of future partnerships. |
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About the StartUp Pavilion
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Alongside the professional program, the Summit will feature a curated exhibition of leading Israeli start-ups offering cutting-edge technologies and services in desalination, wastewater treatment, smart management systems, water quality monitoring, and water–energy efficiency. The exhibition will highlight not only hardware innovation but also companies developing data-driven tools, AI-based platforms, analytics, and predictive intelligence capabilities for water operators and utilities. The exhibition will run throughout the day, enabling continuous engagement between delegates and the Israeli innovation ecosystem.
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