Summary of the Event

I participated in the first-ever virtual edition of Singapore International Water Week (SIWW Online), held on 18–19 November 2020. The event was created in response to Covid‑19 and aimed to bring the global water community together through a digital platform. It featured 10 webinars, over 70 international speakers, a virtual expo with around 100 exhibitors, and dedicated networking tools to connect participants from across the world.

The programme focused on digital transformation, climate resilience, advanced treatment technologies, and future trends in water reuse and resource management. More than 3,000 participants from 90 countries attended the event, demonstrating its global reach and relevance.

Key Themes Covered

• Digital transformation of water utilities
  Including smart systems, automation, and data-driven decision-making.
• Water reuse and future applications
  Global trends in potable and non-potable reuse, advanced treatment technologies, and regulatory developments.
• Ceramic membrane technology
  A dedicated session explored the role of ceramic membranes as the future of water treatment.
• Climate resilience and adaptation
  Strategies for building water resilience in the face of climate change, including mitigation and adaptation approaches.
• Urban coastal resilience and circular resource management
  Building on earlier SIWW webinars from July 2020, which informed the November programme.
• Innovation and global collaboration
  The virtual expo showcased cutting-edge solutions for sustainable water and urban environments.