AWWA Annual Conference & Expo

June 13-16, 2027 in San Diego, CA

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Thank You for Attending ACE26 in Washington, D.C.!

Thank you for joining us as we celebrated the water hero community. We hope you built strong connections and expanded your water knowledge from your experience at ACE26. As you complete your post-ACE follow-ups, find ACE26 conference proceedings, exhibitor list, and Certificates of Completion (CEUs) available on this site.

Keep the momentum going and save the date for ACE27 on June 13-16, 2027, in San Diego, California. Registration will open January 2027.

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Navigate the Future of Water

As we look towards Water 2050, the top three challenges the water sector faces include aging infrastructure, financing for capital improvements, and long-term drinking water supply availability, according to the 2025 State of the Water Industry Report. 

How do we navigate these turbulent waters and move towards a more sustainable water future? At AWWA’s Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE), the water community gathers annually, and we chart the course together.

These challenges cannot be solved alone; know that there is a global water community dedicated to solving these complex issues and navigating towards the future united. No single water professional or service provider can walk this path alone. The ocean is too vast, and the waves are cresting high. Weigh anchor in San Diego and prepare for the voyage ahead. 

So, gather your crew and prepare for ACE. With ACE as your North Star, we can stay the course together. 

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What Will You Discover at ACE27?

ACE is the time to re-light your mission-driven fire and reconnect with the “why” of working in water. While our day-to-day work can ebb and flow, at ACE, we step back and look at the big picture, both for ourselves professionally and for the future of water as a whole.

Call for Abstracts

Call for Abstracts

If each water quality/quantity obstacle is a storm, then knowledge exchange is a beacon. ACE is a chance to share your expertise, from water 101 to lessons learned and beyond. Give back to the water community and amplify your voice by presenting at ACE. 

Stay tuned. Call for abstracts will open late July. 

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Educational Programming

Educational Programming

ACE is a place for rigorous technical education and advancing your professional skills. Drive impact by bringing back essential knowledge to your community and workplace from more than 20 educational tracks and hundreds of sessions to choose from. 

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Competitions

Competitions

ACE competitions are an honored and respected tradition. Gather your crew and prepare to compete in exciting competitions, including pipe tapping, top ops, meter challenge, and the tap water taste test. 

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Sponsor

Sponsor

Align your brand with our mission to build a better world through better water. Show your dedication to charting the course towards a more sustainable water future and gain visibility at North America’s largest annual drinking water conference. There are numerous sponsorship opportunities at ACE, whether you are a budding brand or a long-standing industry veteran.

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Exhibit Hall

Exhibit Hall

With more than 450 exhibitors, the exposition floor at ACE is a sight to behold. Bring your walking shoes and prepare to explore cutting-edge new technologies to help you solve problems and build resilience. At ACE, you could discover a solution that will change the way you work and drive real impact in your communities. 

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AWWA Provides Certificates of Completion

All attendees can earn Certificates of Completion by scanning in and out of sessions at ACE. Every year, AWWA applies to state and provincial operator agencies for ACE. Learn more about how to access your certificates, and calculating credit hours.

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Testimonials

“ACE was a huge success. It was extremely morale-boosting, and I think it would benefit anyone who attends. It reminded me of the importance of the work we do as water professionals. I came back to the office and shared with all my colleagues everything I learned, as well as the swag I received from the generous vendors. I quickly became an advocate for everyone to attend when given the chance.”

“AWWA makes you feel improved. While most of us may think the first impression of AWWA is on the technical side of the water industry, I learned through ACE25 that public education and more/adjusted regulations are more important. I am glad I learned about the Water 2050 Plan and the AI application in the water industry.”

“ACE not only facilitates knowledge sharing among professionals from all over the water industry, but it also serves as a platform for relationship development with our customer base, with our own team members, and with the broader industry. So many wonderful water-related conversations! It reminds us to take pride in what we do. ACE25 was hugely successful and enjoyable in all of these important regards.”

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