IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition
2026-10-04 - 2026-10-08
The IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition is the leading global event for water and allied professionals, covering the full water cycle. Held every two years by the International Water Association, it brings together thought-leaders, decision makers, top researchers, and business innovators from across and beyond the water sector to shape the future of water.
Following a highly successful 2024 edition in Toronto, the 15th Congress will take place in Glasgow, UK, in 2026, with around 10,000 participants expected from around the world.
The event features a comprehensive technical programme selected by a global expert committee, with presentations, workshops, and posters showcasing the latest knowledge and innovation. Surrounding this, a wider programme includes keynotes, panels, leadership forums, technology showcases, and an integrated trade exhibition, delivering strong impact and value.
Participants include utility leaders, academics, government and NGO representatives, tech providers, consultants, media, and professionals from sectors such as agriculture, urban planning, ICT, finance, and more.
While global in scope, each edition highlights regional expertise. The Glasgow 2026 Congress, supported by the UK water sector, offers a unique platform to connect, share insights, and spotlight UK leadership in water.
More information and registration:
IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition – Shaping our water future

European Circular Economy Hotspot
2026-10-05 - 2026-10-07
The conference will highlight the importance of circular principles and practices to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the collaborative, partnership-led approach we are taking towards meeting those goals.
Attendees will be encouraged to network widely across sectors and across borders, sharing ideas, learnings, and best practice to inspire the drive towards a circular future.

Networking

A space for professionals from across the circular economy to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build long-term collaborations.

Site visits

Guided tours showcasing real-life applications of circular economy practices in pioneering businesses and communities.
The Business Council for Sustainable Development in Hungary (BCSDH) is the Hungarian partner organization of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). Established in 2007, BCSDH has more than 150 corporate members, representing business leaders of companies that contribute 40% of Hungary’s GDP.
The organization’s primary goal is to promote the integration and implementation of the three pillars of sustainable development—economic growth, ecological balance, and social equity—into corporate practices.
The Circular Economy Platform was officially established in Hungary in 2018 as an initiative of the Business Council for Sustainable Development in Hungary (BCSDH), the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and the Ministry of Innovation and Technology. So far, 103 companies and organizations have joined the Platform, the purpose of which is to accelerate the transition to a circular economic model by sharing knowledge, creating joint projects and collaborations.
Registration and more information:
Circular Economy Hotspot Budapest 2026
