2026 Annual conference

Leo Palace Resort Guam

August 12 - 14, 2026

The AWWA HIWPS is pleased to announce its eleventh annual Water and Wastewater Conference from August 12 to August 14, 2025 at the Leo Palace Resort Guam!

Join professionals, experts, and innovators from across the region as we explore the future of water and wastewater management.

Call for Abstracts

The AWWA-HIWPS Conference Planning Committee is seeking interested individuals who would like to present on their research, project, or technology in the context of water and wastewater industry. More information is provided in the Call for Abstracts letter, linked below.

If you are interested in presenting, please complete the form provided.

Abstracts Due: July 12, 2026
Presenters Notified by: July 18, 2026
Presentations due by: August 7, 2026

Call for Abstracts

SUBMIT AN ABSTRACT

About the 2026 Conference

PRESENTATIONS

This year's conference will host exceptional presenters and interesting topics to develop your knowledge and skills in the water and wastewater profession.

If you would like to present, please complete the Call for Abstracts above.

VENDORS

Like previous conferences, this Annual conference will provide a vendor exhibit to showcase innovative technologies and practices that enhance water and wastewater service management.

FIELD TRIP/GOLF OUTING

This year, participants will have the option of participating in a field trip or a golf outing on Friday, August 14th.

The location of the field trip will be announced shortly.

Special Room Rates

The conference partnered with Leo Palace Guam Resort to offer discounted room rates for the duration of the conference.

Hotel Premiere Rooms = $150.00 + 11% tax
Hotel Luxury Rooms = $200.00 + 11% tax
Hotel Medallion Rooms = $210.00 + 11% tax

If you would like to take advantage of these rates, please book your room directly on the hotel's website: www.leopalaceresort-guam.com/

Golf Outing

In conjunction with this year's conference, we're excited to host a Golf Outing for members and conference participants.

Date: Friday, August 14th 2026
Show Time/Go Time: 7:30am/8:00am
Location: Leo Palace Resort Guam

Entry fee is $70 per player and includes green fee, beverages, and lunch. Please contact Joseph Claveria ([email protected]) for more information.

Spots are limited, so please RSVP!

Golf RSVP

VENDORS AND SPONSORSHIPS

The conference planning committee is soliciting interested sponsors and vendors to showcase technical knowledge regarding water and wastewater systems, as well as introduce future goals to improve the resilience of our systems.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor, please see the sponsor/vendor forms.

SPONSOR/VENDOR
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REGISTRATION

If you are an AWWA Member, you are eligible for a discounted registration fee. Input your AWWA Membership number into the Promo code when prompted to purchase tickets to receive this discount.

Note that Professional Development Hours are not including in this registration fee. For more information, please contact the individuals listed below.

Please feel free to contact either Joseph Claveria ([email protected]) or Vangie Lujan ([email protected]) if you have any questions or concerns regarding the registration process.

The online registration system will be provided shortly.

IN PERSON

Member Price: $180
Non-Member Price: $220

VIRTUALLY

Member Price: $60
Non-Member Price: $90