Circular Water Study Tours
Revisit our past Circular Water Study Tours with WEF delegates.
Past Study Tours
AI-Enabled Circular Water Economy South Korea Study Tour
23 – 28 August, 2026
The Water Environment Federation (WEF), in partnership with Korea Water Partnership (KWP), a long-standing WEF partner, has co-organized a six-day Circular Water Economy Study Tour to South Korea (August 23–29, 2026), bringing together six WEF members to explore the country’s leadership in AI-enabled water management, digital innovation, and circular water solutions. The program provides firsthand exposure to AI-enabled water treatment, digital twins, industrial water reuse, smart city development, environmental restoration, and opportunities for knowledge exchange with leading utilities and technology organizations.
UMC Circular Water Economy Study Tours – ReWa & Charlotte Water
23 – 27 March, 2026
On March 23 and 27, 2026, Circular Water Economy study tours to ReWa and Charlotte Water were facilitated during the Utility Management Conference, offering a highly engaging and impactful experience for 12 participants from wastewater utilities, industry, and research organizations. The tours created valuable opportunities to connect directly with utility leaders, gain practical insights, and observe real-world applications of circular water initiatives in action.
Costa Rica Circular Water Economy Study Tour
25 – 31 January, 2026
On March 23 and 27, 2026, Circular Water Economy study tours to ReWa and Charlotte Water were facilitated during the Utility Management Conference, offering a highly engaging and impactful experience for 12 participants from wastewater utilities, industry, and research organizations. The tours created valuable opportunities to connect directly with utility leaders, gain practical insights, and observe real-world applications of circular water initiatives in action.
Japan Circular Water Economy Study Tour
24 – 30 August, 2025
The Water Environment Federation (WEF), in partnership with the Japan Sewage Works Association (JSWA), hosted a weeklong Circular Water Economy Study Tour across Japan from August 24–30, 2025. This immersive experience brought together water sector leaders, engineers, and innovators to explore Japan’s cutting-edge approaches to wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and circular economy solutions
Brazil Study Tour: Operator Exchange
25 – 29 August, 2025
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) partnered with SABESP, São Paulo’s water and sanitation company, to host a five-day Operator Exchange Study Tour in Brazil from August 25–29, 2025. This program brought together water sector professionals from the US and Brazil to share expertise, strengthen workforce development, and explore circular water economy solutions in one of the world’s largest metropolitan regions.
Denmark Circular Water Economy Study Tour
15 – 21 June, 2025
From June 15–21, 2025, the Center for Sustainable Infrastructure (CSI) led a US delegation on an immersive study tour across Denmark, exploring the nation’s innovative approach to industrial wastewater management and resource efficiency. Hosted in partnership with State of Green, the program brought together US and Danish experts, utilities, and technology providers to exchange best practices and foster international collaboration.
