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About WEFTEC

Join a community of innovators, experts, and leaders at WEFTEC!

WEFTEC, the Water Environment Federation's Technical Exhibition and Conference, is the largest annual water quality exhibition in North America and offers water quality professionals the best water quality education and training available.

WEFTEC is more than just a conference—it’s an immersive experience that empowers attendees to positively impact the future of water quality and environmental sustainability.

Join us to explore cutting-edge solutions, connect with sector leaders, and drive sustainable change. With expert insights, unparalleled networking opportunities, and groundbreaking innovations, WEFTEC empowers you to tackle today's challenges and shape the future of water and the environment.

What Will You Find At WEFTEC?

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Experience

Touch, feel, and experience firsthand the latest and best water sector equipment, technology, and solutions.

Explore the WEFTEC Exhibition

Learn

Learn from the brightest and most innovative minds through WEFTEC’s world-class education that delivers everything there is to know about water quality to you through a variety of learning styles.

WEFTEC Education

Earn Education Credits

WEF works to obtain approval on a national level for your WEFTEC participation, so you can choose among all workshops and technical sessions as well as earn contact hours in the exhibition.

Continuing Education

Discover the Power of Networking and Making New Connections

_2DA2663.JPGFrom the Opening General Session to rooting for your favorite team during the Operations Challenge, experience the unique ways WEFTEC brings water quality leaders together to form valuable and supportive relationships.

Meet water sector experts and suppliers, connect with water sector colleagues, and join the important conversations to help drive the future of water quality.


Who will you meet at WEFTEC?

Networking_Navy.pngWEFTEC attracts a wide cross-section of the global water sector each year, allowing you to exchange ideas, knowledge, and experiences that will broaden your perspectives and deepen your understanding of the sector.

Future WEFTECs

Since its formation in 1928, WEF has been holding annual meetings to provide a forum for knowledge and technology exchange within the water and wastewater fields. Since then, WEFTEC has not only grown in the size of exhibits and technical sessions but has become the world’s leading water quality conference. 

2024

97th Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | New Orleans, Louisiana USA
Conference: October 5 - 9, 2024
Exhibition: October 7 - 9, 2024

2025

98th Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference
McCormick Place | Chicago, Illinois USA
Conference: September 27 - October 1, 2025
Exhibition: September 29 - October 1, 2025

2026

99th Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | New Orleans, Louisiana USA
Conference: September 26-30, 2026
Exhibition: September 28-30, 2026

2027

100th Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference
McCormick Place | Chicago, Illinois USA
Conference: September 25-29, 2027
Exhibition: September 27-29, 2027

2028

101st Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference
Anaheim Convention Center | Anaheim, California USA
Conference: October 7 – 11, 2028
Exhibition: October 9 – 11, 2028

2029

102nd Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference
McCormick Place | Chicago, Illinois USA
Conference: September 29 – October 3, 2029
Exhibition: October 1 – 3, 2029

2030

103rd Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference
Georgia World Congress Center | Atlanta, Georgia USA
Conference: September 28 – October 2, 2030
Exhibition: September 30 – October 2, 2030

WEFTEC's Spark Ignites Continuous Action

Join WEF as a member to amplify the water sector's story, grow our community, and lead the transformation to a circular water economy.

Your journey with water quality excellence continues here.

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Code of Conduct

WEF is committed to providing a professional, safe, and welcoming environment during its in-person and virtual events for all water professionals and their guests. WEF expects all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, media, and other participants to uphold our commitment to diversity and inclusion by helping us provide a positive conference environment for everyone.

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