Plastics, Reimagined

An e-Marketplace Session on Plastic Waste Recycling

Plastic waste remains one of the most persistent environmental challenges in Asia and the Pacific. Recycling is a critical part of the solution, but effective interventions are…

Spanning thousands of kilometers, underground water networks keep our cities running. However, many water networks are old, complex and difficult to monitor.  According to the Asian Water Development Outlook (AWDO) 2020, utilities in Asia and the Pacific lose about 29% of their water to…

Co-organized with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT), this launchpad session will feature innovations from UK-based providers that harness data and digital tools for more resilient water management. With climate risks and urban pressures…

Globally, around 80% of wastewater ends up untreated in rivers, lakes, and oceans, threatening ecosystems, human health, and food security. In Asia and the Pacific, rapid urban growth, industrial expansion, and tighter discharge standards are putting even greater strain on centralized, energy-…

Carbon accounting is becoming a critical capability for emissions-heavy sectors like water, urban development, and agriculture. Together, these industries are responsible for over 40% of global emissions, according to the IPCC. This eMarketplace session features two innovative technologies in…

Irrigated agriculture is an essential component for rural growth and food production, and smallholder farmers play a vital role in local and regional food security. In Asia and the Pacific, smallholder are facing issues including water scarcity and groundwater depletion, inefficient irrigation…

Climate change and rapid urbanization in Asia and the Pacific are intensifying water scarcity, flooding, and pollution. Effective water resources management is crucial for ensuring equitable access to clean water, mitigating disasters, sustaining food security, and promoting economic growth.…

Water utilities can become smarter by harnessing operational data, resulting in enhanced decision making, turning loss into savings, and improving operational efficiency.

Co-presented by ICEX España Exportación e Inversiones…

Pacific island nations face significant water treatment challenges. Remote locations and limited infrastructure are further complicated by saltwater intrusion, extreme weather events, and pollution.

Co-presented by the Pacific Water and Wastewater…

Unlock the potential of operational data to transform water utilities. By harnessing operational data, water utilities can enhance decision making, turn loss into savings, and boost operational efficiency.

Co-presented by ICEX España…