The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering at SRM University-AP, in collaboration with leading national and international academic institutions, research organisations, and industry partners, is hosting “Water Elixir Meet 2027 (WE Meet 2.0): An International Conference”. As a flagship international gathering, the conference serves as a global multidisciplinary platform bringing together scientists, academicians, researchers, engineers, industry experts, policymakers, and young innovators. The initiative focuses on addressing critical challenges in water science, environmental management, climate resilience, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable water security in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
WE Meet 2.0 explores recent advancements in water quality monitoring, aquatic biogeochemistry, hydroinformatics, digital water technologies, membrane science, desalination, wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and circular water economy. Special emphasis is placed on integrating emerging smart technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), remote sensing, and digital twins, to develop resilient and sustainable water management strategies. By facilitating active dialogue between academia, government agencies, and industry, the conference aims to accelerate the translation of scientific research into practical solutions for global water sustainability.
Key Objectives
- Facilitate the exchange of cutting-edge knowledge, innovative technologies, and sustainable practices in water conservation and resource management.
- Foster interdisciplinary collaborations and strategic partnerships among academia, industry, government agencies, and non-governmental organisations.
- Formulate actionable strategies to achieve sustainable water utilisation across local, regional, and global scales.
- Provide early-career researchers, doctoral scholars, and students an international forum to present research, engage with global experts, and build academic networks.
Core Conference Themes
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Geospatial Technology and Water Sector: Applications of GIS in water resource management, remote sensing for water quality monitoring, drone technology, and climate change impact assessment.
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Revolutionising Agriculture: Smart farming technologies, hydroponics, vertical farming, sustainable water management, and climate-smart irrigation systems via IoT and AI.
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Water Governance and Climate Change: Policy frameworks, sustainable resource management strategies, regulatory approaches, and technological innovations.
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Coastal and Marine Pollution: Assessment techniques, microplastics, nanoplastics, chemical and heavy metal contamination, and socio-economic impacts.
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Aquatic and Wetland Biogeochemistry: Nutrient dynamics, carbon sequestration, greenhouse gas emissions, microbial processes, and wetland ecosystem restoration.
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Emerging Contaminants: Identification of pharmaceuticals, PFAS, microplastics, contamination pathways, and innovative treatment technologies.
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Advancement of Water Treatment Technology to Achieve SDG: Innovative treatment methods, wastewater reuse, IoT integration, and driving progress toward SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation).
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Water for Health (Sanitation and Hygiene): Safe water access, waterborne disease prevention, sanitation infrastructure development, and public health hygiene education.
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Desalination and Membrane Separation Technology: Membrane fouling and cleaning strategies, emerging membrane applications, and smart IoT-enabled desalination systems.
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Water-Energy Nexus: Interdependence between water and energy systems, resource optimization, energy use in water supply/treatment, and climate change impacts.
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Water, Climate and Society: Environmental sociology, hydro-humanities, cultural heritage and identity, water ethics, traditional/indigenous water knowledge, and human migration.
Targeted Participants
- Academia: Faculty members, scientists, researchers, doctoral scholars, and students in separation science, water treatment, hydrology, biogeochemistry, and environmental engineering.
- Industry Professionals: Engineers, consultants, and specialists in water quality analysis, treatment technologies, and resource management.
- Government Officials & Policymakers: Regulators, water resource managers, public health officials, and environmental advisors.
- Non-Governmental Organisations: Representatives working in water conservation, sanitation, clean water supply, and environmental protection.
- General Public: Individuals interested in global water sustainability and environmental conservation.
Key Details
- Event: Water Elixir Meet 2027 (WE Meet 2.0): An International Conference
- Date: February 11–13, 2027
- Venue: SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh