Water Market Europe
Water Market Europe is the event cycle that Water Europe (WE) has set up to create a unique innovation and business environment, where state of the art water knowledge and research results can meet with market actors within and outside the water sector to create value and new business opportunities.
With a new theme every year, Water Market Europe’s main edition is hosted in spring, but smaller editions of WME called Water Market Europe Roadshow are being organized during the whole year, back to back to water-related conferences, trade fairs and conventions.
Join us for the 2024 edition of Water Market Europe!
Mining Water and Resources from Desalination Brines, Urban and Industrial Wastewater Streams
26-27 March 2024, BluePoint Brussels
Water Market Europe (WME) 2024, a regular annual event organized by Water Europe, is back in 2024 with a focus on the efficient extraction of water and valuable resources from desalination brines, urban, and industrial wastewater streams. This event is held under the esteemed contribution of the EU-funded WATER-MINING project.
(WME) 2024 takes a leading role in facilitating the matching of supply and demand, tackling the crucial challenge of unlocking the untapped potential within often-overlooked sources.
As the global demand for water rises, traditional sources face increasing strain. Recognizing the untapped potential within desalination brines, urban, and industrial wastewater streams, Water Market Europe 2024 aims to foster water management innovations by harnessing these sources for both water and valuable resources to contribute to the achievement of a Water-Smart Society.
Envisioning a future where the extraction of water and resources from desalination brines and wastewater streams becomes fundamental to sustainable water management, the event embraces technological advancements and systemic approaches. The goal is not only to meet the growing water demand but also to transform waste streams into valuable assets.
Water Market Europe 2024 will showcase cutting-edge technologies designed to mine water and recover resources from desalination brines, urban, and industrial wastewater. From advanced filtration and extraction methods to innovative resource recovery processes, the event promises to be a hub for solutions that go beyond conventional approaches.
Recognizing the complexity of the challenge, the event actively encourages collaboration between problem owners, solution providers, and investors. Water Market Europe 2024 provides a unique platform for matchmaking and fostering partnerships. Participants are invited to commit to showcasing their offerings or needs and to engage in B2B meetings, fostering collaborations that can drive the widespread adoption of sustainable mining practices across various industries.
Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to explore the great possibilities offered by the Water Europe Market Place during the event. Speakers invited will be Industry experts, Government officials, Technology innovators, Start-up Entrepreneurs, investors, policy advisors, Consultants, Utilities and Water Authorities.
Who should participate to Water Market Europe 2024?
✔ Buyers and consumers: entities interested in purchasing or implementing water management solutions, such as municipalities, industrial facilities, and agricultural enterprises.
✔ Suppliers and service providers: companies offering products and services related to water extraction, resource recovery, and sustainable water management.
✔ Investors: individuals or organizations seeking investment opportunities in the water sector, including venture capitalists and private equity firms.
✔ Technology innovators: companies offering innovative technologies and solutions for water extraction, filtration, and resource recovery.
✔ Consulting firms: organizations providing expertise and consulting services in the field of water management, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
✔ Government agencies: entities responsible for water regulations, policies, and initiatives at local, regional, and national levels
✔ Market analysts: professionals and organizations conducting market research and analysis related to the water industry
✔ Start-ups: emerging companies with novel solutions and technologies looking to establish a market presence
✔ Trade associations: industry groups representing the interests of businesses within the water sector, facilitating networking and collaboration.
✔ End users: entities that directly utilize water resources, such as manufacturers, agriculture, and utilities
✔ Service providers: companies offering specialized services, such as water testing, environmental impact assessments, and project management.
✔ Insurance and risk management: entities providing services related to water-related risk assessment and insurance coverage.
✔ Legal and regulatory experts: professionals specializing in water-related legal and regulatory compliance.
✔ Educational institutions: organizations offering training programs and educational resources for professionals in the water sector.
Previous editions of Water Market Europe
Mining Water and Resources from Desalination Brines, Urban and Industrial Wastewater Streams
26-27 March 2024, BluePoint Brussels
Draft Agenda
DAY 1
Tuesday, 26 March
12:00 – 13:00 Registration and welcome light lunch
13:00 -13:15 – Welcome and introduction by Water Europe and the WATER-MINING Project
– Durk Krol Executive Director Water Europe
– Dr. Dimitris Xevgenos, Assistant professor, TU Delft & WATER-MINING Executive Project Coordinator, CIRSEAU cluster coordinator
13:15 – 13:25 – The Market Scenario: The industrial water global and European market outlook
– Charlie Walker, Global Water Intelligence
13:25 – 13:35 – WATER-MINING Case studies (2/3 CSs) and their market perspectives: the SEA-MINING & NEREDA/Kaumera case studies
– Dimitris Xevgenos, Assistant professor, TU Delft & WATER-MINING Executive Project Coordinator, CIRSEAU cluster coordinator
13:35 – 13:50 – The venture capitalist perspective for the water mining sector: Investments opportunities in water mining: who, what, how
– Gaetane Suzenet, Co-Founder of the European Water Tech Accelerator
13:50 – 14:00 – Brine Mining: Sustainable Extraction & Business Growth
– Christos Charisiadis, Brine Innovation Manager/ Independent
14:00 – 15:15 – Market Place Session: Pitch presentations by problem owners and solution providers for efficient industrial water management
15:15 – 15:45 – Networking Coffee
15:45 – 16:05 – Water Europe Marketplace: how it works and why you should not miss it
– George Karavokiros, NTUA
– Alessandro Argo, Water Europe
16:05 – 17:35 – Closure of WME2024 and opening of the Business session: B2B meetings
17:35 – 18:30 – Networking Cocktail
19:30 – 22:30 – Networking Dinner
DAY 2
Wednesday, 27 March
09.30-12.30 Water Sector Facilitating Industrial Symbiosis for future development: Education Training Skills needs
SPIRE SAIS Project Side Event
– Presentation SPIRE-SAIS, by Antonius Schroder
– Concept/Framework of the SPIRE-SAIS Training Framework and Rollout
– Showcase Case Studies. Lessons learned by Industrial Symbioses projects in the Water sector: skills needs & challenges from their experience (ULTIMATE, AquaSPICE, iWAYS)
– Workshop: The Future Skills Needs in support of a Water-Smart Society
– Presentation Paper: The future Needs of Human Capital Development in Support of a Water-Smart Society, of the Working Group Human Capital, Water Europe, by Naomi Timmer
– Demands / main challenges of the sector: Is industrial symbiosis collaboration a topic in your organisation, sector, region? What kind of challenges are you facing for industrial symbiosis cooperation? Could skills adjustments and training facilitate such a cooperation?
– Connection of inter-sectoral/regional challenges for Industrial Symbiosis: What does this mean for European Society?
– Panel discussion with DG Growth, DG Environment & DG Employment
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After the success of last year’s event, Water Market Europe is launching a B2B MatchMaking App that will connects you straight to your target, according to your business interests.
We are delighted to invite you to experience the future of Water Europe Networking, build your profile and schedule your B2B meetings. Keep in mind that you can get the registration link only by registering at the WME2024 event. More info will come up soon.
Want to get sneak preview of Water Market Europe 2024?
Join our pre-event Webinar!
14 March / 15:00-16:00, Online
As traditional water sources experience strain due to rising demand, there is a recognition of untapped potential within desalination brines, urban, and industrial wastewater. This recognition inspires a forward-thinking approach, with the goal of embracing technological advancements and systemic approaches in the water sector, specifically regarding the extraction of water and resources from desalination brines and wastewater. The aim is to foster innovations in water management, contributing to the realization of a Water-Smart Society.
Within this framework, Water Europe is organizing a WME pre-event online webinar planned for the 14th of March at 15:00. Join us for a special pre-event where we’ll spotlight the testimonials of last year’s event to hear their unique experiences and discover the challenges and opportunities they faced after their participation. Additionally, we’ll provide an exclusive preview of the 2024 edition.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and get an engaging glimpse of what the upcoming Water Market Europe has in store, building on the valuable experiences shared by our previous participants.
Agenda
15:00-15:20 Introduction to Water Market Europe Advantages to join
– Andrea Rubini, Director of Operations Water Europe
15:20-15:30 EU Commission EIC Programme Manager EIC Accelerator
– Francesco Matteucci, Program Manager in Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability at the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
15:30-15:40 Testimonial Interview
– Cristian Carboni, Industrie DeNora