Blue Resource Summit UAE 2025

day one main conference

registration and refreshments

welcome address by fortinus events

opening remarks from the chairperson

Innovations in Water Management for Sustainable Urban Development

• Effective efficient collection and reuse of rainfall.
• Flood control through green spaces and infrastructure.
• Using water to cool an urban environment.
• AI-powered water system monitoring.
• Design infrastructure for wastewater management.

Dr. Hazem Gouda, Associate Professor of Engineering, University of Wollongong in Dubai

Real-Time Solutions for Water Supply and Wastewater Reuse

• Implementing real-time systems to address water supply disruptions effectively.
• Transforming treated wastewater into a resource for agriculture and industry.
• Leveraging smart technologies for reliable supply and sustainable reuse practices.

Keynote Speech:

Smart and Sustainable Water Management – Unlocking the Potential of Rainwater, Stormwater, Wastewater, Water Treatment and Desalination.

VIP Guest Keynote

Innovations in Water Treatment for Industrial Use

• Using methods like membrane filtration and UV treatment to improve water quality and reduce consumption.
• Extracting valuable resources from wastewater to minimize waste and support circular economies.
• Optimizing water use and recycling in industrial processes to lower overall demand.

Ropru Rangsivek, Design Manager – Program Governance Planning and Infrastructure, Department of Municipalities & Transport

Building Resilience to Climate Change: Protecting Water Resources

• Climate-Resilient Water Infrastructure: Designing and implementing water systems that can withstand extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and shifting precipitation patterns.
• Risk Assessment and Forecasting: Using predictive models and data analytics to assess climate risks and plan for future water shortages or floods.
• Sustainable Water Management Practices: Promoting water conservation, efficient use, and innovative solutions like wastewater reuse to protect water resources in a changing climate.

Industry Presentation Slot

NETWORKING TEA BREAK

Balancing Ecosystem Health and Infrastructure Development

• Designing floodplains and restoring wetlands to manage excess water naturally.
• Ensuring biodiversity conservation while building water infrastructure.

Panel Discussion: Stormwater and Rainwater Management

• Designing Resilient Stormwater Infrastructure: Mitigating Urban Flooding Risks.
• Rainwater Harvesting: Advanced Systems for Harnessing a Vital Resource.

Policy Frameworks for Transboundary Water Sharing: Ensuring Regional Cooperation

• Developing fair and sustainable water-sharing policies that ensure access for all riparian nations while considering environmental and social impacts.
• Fostering regional cooperation and dialogue to address challenges in shared water resources, including dispute resolution mechanisms and joint management efforts.
• Integrating climate variability into transboundary water agreements to ensure long-term water security and resilience across regions.

Innovating Water Sustainability with Desalination and Smart Tech

• Invest in advanced desalination technologies to tap lucrative opportunities.
• Optimize desalination and resource management with IoT and AI integration.
• Leverage digital tools to minimize water wastage and maximize efficiency.
• Address water scarcity and sustainability with innovative tech solutions.

Dr. Noora Almarzooqi, Senior Researcher Water Technologies (RSERC), Technology Innovation Institute

Finance and Investment in Water Resilience

• Investing in Water Resilience: Unlocking Opportunities for the Private Sector.
• Achieving the Water-Environment-Economy Balance: Insights for Sustainable Growth.

NETWORKING LUNCH BREAK

Panel Discussion: Innovations in Desalination and Resource Diversification

• Scaling Sustainable Desalination: Innovations to Meet Growing Demand.
• Reducing Environmental Impact: Energy-Efficient and Eco-Friendly Desalination Practices.
• Securing Water Sources in Arid Regions: Strategies for Diversification and Resilience.

INTERACTIVE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

With a total of 6 interactive roundtables topics on pressing issues, delegates will rotate at each session and will be able to participate and deep-dive into problems and solutions on every roundtable spread throughout the two days. You will walk away with thought leaderships from the subject matter experts at each table.

Table 1: Private Sector Role in Stormwater Management for Urban Resilience

Table 2: Policy Frameworks for Equitable Rainwater Sharing Across Regions

Table 3: Funding Mechanisms for Desalination in Water-Stressed Areas

Table 4: Building Effective Flood Rescue Infrastructure

Table 5: Designing Resilient Infrastructure for Extreme Weather

Table 6: Innovative Solutions for Reliable Water Supply Systems

Panel Discussion: Circular Water Economy and Wastewater Management

• Unlocking the Circular Water Economy: Transforming Wastewater into a Valuable Resource.
• Stormwater Reuse: Opportunities for Industrial and Agricultural Applications.
• Policy Innovations to Promote Wastewater Reuse in Agriculture and Industry.

Closing Remarks from Chairperson

End Of Day One

day two main conference

WELCOME BACK REMARKS FROM THE CHAIRPERSON

Revolutionizing Water Management with IoT and AI

• Smart Monitoring: Using IoT sensors and AI analytics to track water usage, detect leaks, and optimize distribution systems in real time.
• Predictive Insights: Leveraging AI-driven forecasts to anticipate water demand, improve resource allocation, and mitigate risks related to scarcity or excess.
• Enhanced Conservation: Integrating digital tools to promote sustainable practices, reduce wastage, and ensure efficient water resource management.

Panel Discussion: Smart Water Management and Technological Innovation

• Harnessing Smart Technologies: The Role of IoT, AI, and Data Analytics in Water Management.
• Driving Digital Transformation in Water Systems for Efficiency and Sustainability.
• Enhancing Wastewater Treatment: Advancements in Technology to Improve Efficiency and Cut Costs.
• Innovative Solutions in Water Conservation: Pioneering Practices and Cutting-Edge Technologies

sponsorship slot

networking tea break

INTERACTIVE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

With a total of 6 interactive roundtables topics on pressing issues, delegates will rotate at each session and will be able to participate and deep-dive into problems and solutions on every roundtable spread throughout the two days. You will walk away with thought leaderships from the subject matter experts at each table.

Table 1: Circular Water Economy: Strategies for Sustainability

Table 2: Nature-Based Solutions for Water Conservation

Table 3: Enhancing Water Management with IoT, AI, and Blockchain

Table 4: Revamping Urban Water Infrastructure: Climate-Resilient Solutions

Table 5: Public-Private Partnerships for Sustainable Water Solutions

Table 6: Policy and Governance for Effective Water Management

Panel Discussion: Urban and Coastal Water Management

• Developing Smart Infrastructure for Urban Water Security in Rapidly Growing Cities.
• Balancing Urban Growth with Sustainable Water Resource Management.
• Protecting Coastal Waters: Strategies to Combat Pollution and Preserve Marine Ecosystems.
• Sustainable Coastal Water Management: Cross-Border Collaboration for Marine Protection.

Big Data Analytics for Smarter Water Systems

• Predictive Maintenance: Leveraging data analytics to identify potential issues in water infrastructure, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
• Optimized Resource Allocation: Using big data to analyze consumption patterns and improve the efficiency of water distribution networks.
• Risk Mitigation: Employing predictive insights to forecast water demand, detect anomalies, and prepare for extreme weather events or resource shortages.

Investing in Water Resilience: Unlocking Private Sector Opportunities

• Identifying lucrative investments in sustainable water projects such as desalination, wastewater treatment, and smart water management systems.
• Exploring how private companies can collaborate with governments and NGOs to drive innovation and investment in water resilience.
• Assessing the potential for long-term profitability and risk mitigation through investments in water sustainability projects, including resource recovery and water reuse.

Innovative Financing Models for Sustainable Water Infrastructure

• Collaborating with private investors to fund large water infrastructure projects.
• Using financial tools like green bonds to attract sustainable investments in water projects.
• Implementing financing strategies that ensure cost recovery and longterm water security.

The Role of Blockchain in Ensuring Transparency in Water Management

• Using blockchain to track water usage, trading, and distribution, ensuring transparency in resource allocation.
• Leveraging blockchain’s secure, decentralized nature to create tamperproof records of water transactions and agreements.
• Enabling efficient, transparent, and fair water trading systems with blockchain to optimize resource distribution across regions.

Closing Remarks by Chairperson

Networking Lunch and End of Summit