International
To foster collaboration for our international guests, ACE features networking opportunities, events and topics with global appeal throughout the conference and professional program.
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AWWA’s Annual Conference and Exposition is one of the largest gatherings of water community professionals in the world. More than 50 countries are represented at ACE each year by companies, academics, and individuals working in water. ACE is the top opportunity to network with experts in your field from around the globe.
At AWWA, we pride ourselves on our support for the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals and the I.M.P.A.C.T. initiative to build a better world for people everywhere by 2030. At ACE, you will learn best practices, attend a variety of curated events, and discover new technologies being pioneered in water to build a better future for everyone.
Though AWWA is headquartered in North America, our footprint is everywhere there is water. Our international reach hopes to support global water solutions through networking, events, sessions, and more at ACE.
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Visa Invitation Letter Request
If you need an invitation letter to secure your visa to attend ACE, visit our Visa Letter Request page below. Requests will be honored for attendees and presenters with the intent to register. The invitation does not represent any personal knowledge by AWWA as to the propriety of your admission into the United States. Please also check with the Embassy in your country about Visa Waiver Program and other details related to tourism.
Please note that this letter is simply meant to support you in securing your visa to attend an AWWA conference and is not, itself, a visa for entry.
International Reception
5:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Tuesday, June 10, 2025
The International Reception at ACE is the largest gathering of international water professionals. The reception is a light cocktail hour focused on networking and socializing with fellow water experts from around the world. We warmly invite any international participants at ACE to attend this event and meet with industry leaders in a relaxed, social setting.
International Lounge
Open Throughout ACE
The International Lounge will be open throughout ACE to serve as a hub for all interested in knowledge exchange with a global perspective. Here you will find a welcoming, comfortable environment, interactive activities, and attendees from around the world ready to discuss the latest ideas and tools of the industry. Facilitators will be on hand to promote meaningful exchange and optimize your experience.
International Attendees Events Calendar
Monday, June 9 |
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
International Participants Meet & Greet |
2:00 – 5:00 p.m. |
MON037: Water Community Challenges and Solutions with an International Twist |
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Tuesday, June 10 |
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. |
International Utility Leaders Forum |
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. |
International Reception |
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Wednesday, June 11 |
8:30 – 10:30 a.m. |
WED004: One Water Projects Across the World |
Book Your Hotel
You may book your stay in Denver at the link below, as well as find travel options and activities around ACE. AWWA is not able to provide complimentary travel accommodations.
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Track Spotlights for International Attendees
Research Session
Water research plays a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of water challenges and developing innovative solutions. Researchers explore cutting-edge treatment processes and technologies contributing to our understanding of the water ecosystem and developing treatment processes addressing the most difficult water contaminants. University Forums showcase the latest in academic research.
Capital Improvement Projects: Design, Construction, and Delivery
Water systems are a vital, yet costly, component of every community, and every penny spent is scrutinized by policymakers and ratepayers. Capital improvement projects encompass the comprehensive process of designing, constructing, and delivering essential water infrastructure enhancements. This session explores the journey of a capital improvement project from innovative and sustainable designs, new building techniques, and materials to the latest in project delivery strategies.
Utility Risk & Resilience
The frequency of billion-dollar extreme weather events — from hurricanes, flooding, and rising sea levels to droughts, heat waves, and wildfires — has increased dramatically in recent years. Resiliency efforts of water and wastewater utilities not only save lives and taxpayer dollars, but also play a key role in preparing cities for the challenges they face from these events. Join experts as they discuss provisions in the newly promulgated America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 legislation for assessing risk and becoming more resilient from not only Mother Nature, but also cyber hazards.
U.N. Sustainable Development Goals
To guide global collaboration on sustainability the United Nations defined 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The SDGs represent the world’s best plan to build a better world for people and our planet by 2030. Adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, the SDGs are a call for action by all countries — poor, rich and middle-income — to promote prosperity while protecting the environment.
AWWA’s work directly supports these SDGs:
#6: Clean Water and Sanitation
#5: Gender Equality
#10: Reduced Inequalities
While visiting us at ACE, please stop by the AWWA Pavilion in the Exhibit Hall to learn more. Additionally, our ACE Sustainability and Impact initiative offers excellent resources to help you understand how AWWA is committed to building a better future for everyone.
Contact AWWA
For further inquiries about ACE and International resources and activities, email internationalsupport@awwa.org.
This is an exclusive channel for International attendees to find information and support for the AWWA Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE).
“This was our first time participating in a water treatment exhibition in the USA, and we were able to learn what kind of products are in demand in the US market. We were able to meet with potential suppliers who could be involved in our business, exchange greetings, and explain the overview of our business.”
