Collection Systems and Stormwater Conference

July 8-11, 2026 | Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR

The Collection Systems & Stormwater Conference brings together the people responsible for keeping water moving, safely and sustainably, through our communities. From collection system operators and engineers to stormwater managers, regulators, and solution providers, this event is where the practical realities of wet weather, aging infrastructure, and climate-driven risk meet real-world solutions.

Explore the Exhibition

Meet solution providers supporting collection systems and stormwater programs, from inspection and monitoring to rehabilitation, modeling, and field technologies. See what’s available and how it can support your system.

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Exhibitor Content Opportunities

Confirmed exhibitors are invited to contribute to the conference program. Share real-world lessons, practical solutions, and innovative approaches that support collection systems, stormwater, and broader water challenges.

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Registration & Hotel

Registration and housing information will be available soon. Check back for details to plan your event experience.

Registration Information

Registration & Housing will open on April 14th

Exhibit or Sponsor

Connect with attendees responsible for collection systems and stormwater management. Engage directly with decision-makers looking for practical, field-ready solutions.

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Exhibit & Sponsor Information

Education & CEUs

The technical program is in development. Thank you to everyone who submitted proposals. Notifications will be sent in early May, with the full program announced soon.

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Sustainability at WEF

WEF is committed to reducing the environmental impact of our events through waste reduction, resource efficiency, and more sustainable onsite practices, with Sustainability Partner: Xylem.

Registration Information

Attendee Registration will open on April 14th.

2026 Collection Systems And Stormwater Conference Fees

Registration	Early Bird Registration Fee *April 14 – May 29*		Standard Registration Fee *May 30 - July 11*
	MEMBER*	NONMEMBER	MEMBER*	NONMEMBER
Full Conference	$739	$1049	$939	$1349
Full Conference Student	$0	$250**	$0	$295**
One Day Conference	$439	$649	$539	$689
Expo Only Includes access to the exhibition, lunch & networking events on Tuesday & Wednesday.	$139	$159	$139	$159

*You must be an active WEF Member to qualify for these rates. Join or renew today.
**Student Nonmember: To qualify for the Student Non-Member rate, you must provide proof of enrollment in a minimum of six (6) credit hours at an accredited college or university and provide written documentation on school letterhead, verifying your student status.

Workshop and Facility Tour Fees

Description	Date & Time	Fee
W01: AI, ML and LLM for Watershed Management Boxed Lunch Included	Mon, July 8 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM	$219
W02: Smart Sewer Strategies for Utilities of All Sizes	Wed, July 8 1:30AM - 5:00 PM	$219
W03: Optimizing Pump Stations & Force Mains: What Every Operator Needs to Know Boxed Lunch Included	Wed, July 8 8:30AM - 5:00 PM	$119
Facility Tour 1: Carli Creek Water Quality Facility Tour	Thurs, July 9 8:30AM - 12:00 PM	$60
Facility Tour 2: Swan Island CSO Pump Station Facility	Thur, July 9 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM	$60

Student Members: can register for workshops at no cost. | Student Nonmember: workshop Standard rates apply

To register, follow these steps:

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Important: each registrant must have a unique email address. You cannot use an email address more than once. If you are registering for someone else, please enter the email address of the person you are registering.

Registration Fee Includes

Access to Technical Sessions

Networking events
Digital conference proceedings
Lunch: Thursday July 9 and Friday, July 10
Reception: Thursday July 9

Workshops are not included with conference registration.

Member Rate Qualifications

To qualify for member registration rates, you must hold a current individual membership with WEF, which is valid through the dates of the event. Registrants must use their own individual member ID number. Please note that organizational or institutional memberships do not qualify for individual member pricing.

Nonmember

if you are not a WEF member or your membership lapses and is not renewed by the time of the event, you will either have to join/renew your membership or pay the non-member rate for the event. Students who are not members of WEF must pay the student nonmember rate and provide proof of student status during the registration process.

Payment

Credit card required (Visa, Mastercard, or American Express).

Checks, wire transfers, or Purchase Orders are not accepted.

Cancellation and Substitution

A written request for cancellation/refund must be submitted by Friday, June 12, 2026. WEF will charge a 25% cancellation fee and refund 75%. No refunds will be issued for cancellations requested after Friday, June 12. Rather than cancelling, consider sending a substitute. An organization may submit a request to substitute one person for another in writing by Friday, June 12.

Allergens and Food Safety

Food and beverages may be served or sampled during the Event. As allergens may be present in any food and beverage, Event Participants are responsible for managing their food allergies by notifying Registration@wef.org of meal restrictions before the Event and, during the Event, monitoring with onsite catering staff.

Hotel

Headquarter Hotel

The headquarters hotel for CSSW 2026 is the Hyatt Regency, which is located across the street from the Oregon Convention Center, where the conference will take place.

Hyatt Regency Portland

375 NE Holladay Street, Portland, OR 97232

Housing will open on April 14th.

Room Rate: $243 / night + 16% tax

Reservation Deadline: Friday, June 12, 2026

A limited number of rooms are available for federal government employees at the federal government per diem rate. All Government Rate rooms booked will be required to provide a federal government issued employee identification when checking in. This rate is restricted to federal government employees only and you will be charged the going room rate if employee ID is not provided.

101 Portland Orientation 

Getting Here and Around Town - Everything you need to know about arriving in Portland by plane or train, and learn how easy it is to travel by light rail, streetcar, bus, bike, foot, or car. 

Maps - Find maps of the city and region and specialized transportation maps. 

Food & Drink - “This is a place where every conversation inevitably leads back to food. With its chic bistros, buzzy new contemporary spots, and charming little cafés, Portland continues to be one of this country’s finest food cities.” (bon appetit, 2024) 

Activities & Attractions - Portland's unexpected attractions range from gardens and museums, doughnuts and books, while tax-free shopping, and outdoor recreation top the to-do list. 

Policies, Terms, and Conditions

WEF Member Code of Conduct
Event Terms and Conditions
Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability

Questions? Please contact: Registration@wef.org

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Water & Wastewater Treatment

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Collection Systems and Conveyance

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