Technical Conference

An interactive forum for industry leaders to exchange and deliver actionable solutions

The 2026 Technical Conference is powered by a global call for papers, offering a platform for industry experts, researchers, and practitioners to share real-world solutions and technical insights.

Spanning 12 key categories - from energy generation and smart infrastructure to water resilience, clean tech, and workforce transformation - the conference promotes cross-sector collaboration and practical innovation.

Focused on emerging trends and operational challenges, the program is shaped by professionals leading progress in the utilities sector, driving innovation, system resilience, and sustainable growth worldwide.

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KEY TECHNICAL STREAMS

Power-Gen

1. Clean Power Generation for a Net Zero Future
2. Smarter Transmission & Grid Innovation
3. Flexible Energy Systems with Hydrogen & Storage
4. Energy Markets & Investment Innovation

Grid AI

5. AI-Powered Utilities &Predictive Technologies
6. Smart Grids & Grid Edge Innovation
7. Urban Electrification & Clean Mobility
8. Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

Water & Climate

9. Future-Ready Water Systems & Infrastructure
10. Circular Waste & Resource Recovery
11. ESG & Sustainable Finance Leadership
12. Talent Powering Operational Excellence

TECHNICAL CATEGORIES

1

Clean Power Generation for a Net Zone Future

Utility-scale solar & hybrids
Wind (onshore & offshore)
Geothermal, hydro & marine
Waste-to-energy & biomass
Nuclear & SMRs
Distributed generation & microgrids
Off-grid & rural power
Industrial clean energy & critical minerals
Decarbonising power & flexible gas
District cooling & heating

3

Flexible Energy Systems with Hydrogen and Storage

Green hydrogen
Blue hydrogen, CCUS & gas transition
Hydrogen blending & ammonia
Battery tech (Li-ion, LFP, etc.)
Long-duration energy storage (LDES)
Thermal & mechanical storage
V2G & EV battery reuse
Industrial electrification
Peak shaving & resilience
Hybrid fuel & storage systems

5

AI-Powered Utilities and Predictive Technologies

Predictive maintenance & monitoring
AI forecasting & optimisation
Digital twins & simulation
Analytics & automation
Customer insights & smart billing
Control room automation
Energy management platforms
ML-based fault detection
AI-driven sustainability tracking
Virtual assistants & chatbots

7

Urban Electrification and Clean Mobility

EV charging & planning
Public transit & fleet electrification
Smart mobility hubs & MaaS
Load management & smart charging
Battery swapping & V2G
Urban energy planning
Energy-as-a-service for transport
Decarbonising last-mile logistics
Renewables integration in cities
Clean mobility policy & incentives

9

Future-Ready Water Systems and Infrastructure

Renewable desalination
Wastewater treatment & reuse
Smart metering & leak detection
Energy efficiency in water utilities
Agricultural water & irrigation
Industrial water reuse & zero-liquid discharge
Water-energy nexus planning
Pipelines, storage & drainage
Rural & off-grid water solutions
Water quality monitoring & compliance

11

ESG and Sustainable Finance Leadership

ESG reporting & benchmarking
Climate risk & resilience
Green bonds & sustainable finance
Governance & board accountability
Social impact & stakeholder engagement
Diversity, equity & inclusion
Carbon neutrality roadmaps
Nature-based solutions & biodiversity
Investor transparency
Just transition & community benefits

2

Smarter Transmission and Grid Innovation

HVAC & HVDC systems
Cross-border links & power pools
Substation automation & digital upgrades
Voltage/reactive power control
Advanced conductors & line ratings
Grid congestion & flexibility
DER integration
Forecasting & outage prediction
Climate-resilient grid planning
District energy integration

4

Energy Markets and Investment Innovation

Market reforms & liberalisation
Carbon pricing & trading
Capacity & flexibility markets
Renewable PPAs & auctions
Investment & risk frameworks
Digital trading & real-time pricing
Cross-border power trade
Green bonds & finance
PPP & project finance
Regulatory enablers

6

Smart Grids and Grid Edge Innovation

Smart meters & IoT
Demand response & flexibility
Virtual Power Plants & aggregators
Rooftop solar, batteries & EVs
Blockchain P2P trading
Intelligent inverter tech
Consumer engagement & prosumers
Microgrids & local energy communities
DERMS platforms
DER regulations

8

Cybersecurity and Digital Trust

OT & IT cybersecurity
Data privacy & compliance
Incident detection & response
Cloud & edge security
AI ethics & transparency
Blockchain security
Infrastructure resilience
Cyber workforce training
Interoperability security
Digital risk managemen

10

Circular Waste and Resource Recovery

Municipal solid waste management
Waste-to-energy & thermal treatment
Sludge & biosolids management
Industrial & hazardous waste reuse
Organic waste composting & biogas
Materials recovery & recycling
E-waste management
Construction & demolition recycling
Circular economy models
Landfill diversion & zero-waste strategies

12

Talent Powering Operational Excellence

Reskilling & upskilling
Leadership & talent development
HSE management
Just transition workforce planning
Diversity & inclusion in hiring
Vocational training partnerships
Operational excellence frameworks
Workforce well-being & engagement
Talent retention & attraction
Project management excellence

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TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS

David Roberts

President

FREYTECH INC.

Dusun Kim

Founder and CEO

Medisun Energy

Simon Jagers

Founder

Samotics

Hebah Abbas

Chairwoman

Kuwait Water Association

Randheer Singh

Founder and CEO

ForeSee

Lew Evans

CEO

Nexus Resilience Group, United Arab Emirates

Armin Xaver Saeidiani-Rädler

CEO

AC Rädler Umwelttechnik GmbH

Dr. Corrado Sommariva

CEO

SWPC

Imad Kanouni

CEO

Midsun IKM

Dr. Najib Dandachi

CEO

AL Usul

Kevin Williams

Co-Founder and CEO

K.M. Williams and Associates LLC

Khalid Oumejjoud

MD

PSM Thomassen Gulf L.L.C.

Daxita Rajcoomar

Chief Sustainability Officer

ENGIE

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While my passion and expertise are deeply rooted in water, what makes the World Utilities Congress 2026 truly unique is its broad, cross-disciplinary platform. By bringing together thought leaders from across the entire utilities spectrum, we foster the kind of cross-fertilisation of ideas that drives real innovation. I’m excited to see how the diverse perspectives at this year’s Congress will inspire new solutions—not just for water, but for a more sustainable and resilient future for all utilities and the communities we serve.

Ghislan Juvanon

Chief Operating Officer PWT Wasser- und Abwassertechnik GmbH

The World Utilities Congress offers a clear view into how the energy sector is evolving. It’s a valuable space for exchanging ideas and exploring practical solutions. Participating in the WUC provided me with a timely and valuable perspective on the transformation underway across the global utilities sector. For companies and professionals navigating this transition, the Congress offers a unique opportunity to engage with forward-thinking peers, gain actionable insights, and contribute to the evolution of resilient, efficient, and low-carbon utility systems.

Marco Cioffi

Strategic Marketing Ansaldo Energia

As a member of the Technical Advisory Committee, I’ve seen the World Utilities Congress evolve into a pivotal platform for advancing the utilities landscape. Despite its modest scale, it convenes key decision-makers and stakeholders, enabling focused, outcome-driven dialogue. The Technical Conference stands out for its strong focus and depth, curated through a rigorous multi-stage review process to showcase only the most insightful, high-impact presentations addressing real-world power sector challenges.

Hassan Zaheer

Chief Operating Officer PTR

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