Top Resources for Learning about Advances in Water Security and AWH

If you want to go deeper on water security and atmospheric water harvesting (AWH), there’s already a rich ecosystem of organizations, journals, investors, and events you can follow. The list below is curated specifically for people who care about emerging water technology and next-generation “water from air” solutions.

Where possible, we’ve included short descriptors plus direct links you can explore.

1. Atmospheric water harvesting–focused organizations

International Atmospheric Water Harvesting Association (IAWHA)

The primary global association dedicated specifically to AWH. IAWHA’s mission is to enhance the science and technology of atmospheric water harvesting through collaboration among researchers, engineers, industry, and policymakers, and to advocate for secure and sustainable AWH worldwide.

Newsletter: IAWHA also runs a newsletter covering AWH science, technology, and events.

International Atmospheric Water Harvesting Summit (ASU)

Hosted in partnership with Arizona State University and IAWHA, the International AWH Summit brings together global experts from academia, government, and industry to develop a 20-year roadmap for AWH—covering production rates, energy footprints, water quality, and applications.

Academic centers and labs working on AWH:

UNLV – High-Yield AWH for Arid Regions
Research team led by Dr. Jeremy Cho (which underpins WAVR’s approach) on high-yield AWH devices for dry climates.

2. Global water security & policy resources

These aren’t AWH-specific, but they’re essential context for where AWH fits in the bigger water-security picture.

UN-Water

The UN’s coordination body for all water and sanitation efforts across UN agencies. Great for SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation) data, global reports, and policy framing.

UNESCO World Water Assessment Programme (WWAP)

WWAP produces the UN World Water Development Report (WWDR)—the flagship global assessment of freshwater use, stress, and management each year.

Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA)

A global NGO focused on climate adaptation and resilient water management, connecting technical experts and policymakers. Excellent for climate-risk framing and adaptation strategies.

3. Journals and magazines covering advanced water technology

Nature Water

A high-impact journal dedicated to all water-related research, including technology, hydrology, and socio-economic dimensions. They also host “Nature Water Talks” webinars.

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS)

Multidisciplinary high-impact journal; several important AWH and water security papers (including the WAVR-related work) have appeared here.

AWWA Journals (Journal AWWA, AWWA Water Science, Opflow)

American Water Works Association (AWWA) publishes peer-reviewed research and practitioner-oriented content on drinking water systems, treatment, and utilities.

4. Market intelligence, newsletters & analysis

BlueTech Research

Independent water-technology intelligence platform; tracks emerging technologies, pilots, and markets. They publish in-depth reports and briefings that are very useful for situational awareness and competitor mapping.

Global Water Intelligence (GWI)

Market intelligence on global water utilities, infrastructure, and technology, including the GWI WaterData platform and regular reports.

NetZero Insights — Water Tech Investors Overview

A data-rich overview of key venture investors in water tech; helpful for mapping who is funding what in the space.

General-audience AWH coverage

For narrative case studies and accessible coverage of AWG deployments and startups, pieces like this are helpful: Reasons to be Cheerful

5. Accelerators, VCs & capital focused on water innovation

GigaClimate

An extraordinary team of climate and adaptation-focused businesspeople have come together to support emerging tech companies. They write in-depth pieces on the future of water and other resources.

Substack: https://gigaclimate.substack.com/p/the-new-water-markets-selling-and?r=695wnd&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true

Imagine H2O

Probably the most recognized water-focused accelerator. Zero-equity model, strong global network of utilities and corporates, plus a pilot-fund program that helps startups test in the field.

Burnt Island Ventures

A pure-play water VC: “funding the best water entrepreneurs in the world.” Excellent to watch for signals on where capital is flowing in the water-tech ecosystem.

Emerald Technology Ventures – Water & Wastewater

Emerald runs a dedicated Global Water Fund II and invests in water and wastewater innovations with major strategic LPs (Veralto, Ecolab, SKion Water, etc.).

Broader water-tech investing context

Overviews from groups like Dealroom and mHUB help quantify the size, gaps, and trends in water-tech investing.

6. Major conferences & events on water technology

Emerging Water Technology Symposium (EWTS)

The go-to technical symposium on emerging water technologies across plumbing, mechanical systems, and water utilities, co-convened by multiple industry bodies (including IAPMO, ASPE, WEF, etc.).

Singapore International Water Week (SIWW)

One of the world’s premier platforms for urban water, coastal, and flood solutions, bringing together utilities, tech providers, and policymakers.

World Water Week (Stockholm, SIWI)

The leading annual global conference on water issues, with strong coverage of water security, resilience, and innovation.

WEFTEC (Water Environment Federation’s Technical Exhibition & Conference)

The largest North American conference focused on water quality, wastewater, and related technologies, with a substantial innovation and technology track.