2027 NWEA Annual Conference - Attendee Registration
Mon, Feb 22
|Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Four days of learning, networking, and innovation await at the 2027 NWEA Annual Conference. Connect with water professionals, attend expert-led technical sessions, discover the latest industry solutions, and expand your professional network.


Time & Location
Feb 22, 2027, 7:00 AM – Feb 25, 2027, 1:00 PM
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89595, USA
About the event
2027 Annual Conference Schedule at a Glance
February 22–25, 2027
Join water professionals from across Nevada and the surrounding region for four days of education, networking, professional development, and collaboration. The conference brings together operators, engineers, regulators, students, manufacturers, and industry leaders to share knowledge, discover new technologies, and strengthen professional connections.
Please note: The schedule below is preliminary and subject to change as speakers, events, and session details are finalized.
Monday, February 22 – Pre-Conference & Welcome Events
Begin your conference experience with optional pre-conference workshops offering in-depth training on specialized industry topics. In the evening, join fellow attendees for the official Welcome Reception and NWEA Mixer to reconnect with colleagues and build new professional relationships.
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM - Pre-Conference Training & Workshops
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Conference Registration
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Welcome Reception & NWEA Mixer
Tuesday, February 23 – Conference Day 1
The conference officially begins with opening remarks and keynote presentations, followed by a full day of technical sessions featuring industry experts. Throughout the day, visit the Exhibitor Hall to discover new technologies, products, and services supporting the water industry.
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM - Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM - Opening General Session & Keynote
9:00 AM – 5:10 PM - Technical Sessions
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM - Exhibitor Hall Open
5:10 PM – 7:40 PM - Student Poster Competition & Exhibitor Hall Reception
Wednesday, February 24 – Conference Day 2
Continue your conference experience with another full day of educational presentations, networking opportunities, and discussions on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices within the water environment profession.
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM - Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM - Morning General Session
9:00 AM – 5:10 PM -Technical Sessions
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM - Exhibitor Hall Open
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM (Tentative) - Closing Networking Activities
Thursday, February 25 – Facility Tours
Conclude the conference with guided tours of local water and wastewater facilities. These tours provide attendees with a behind-the-scenes look at innovative treatment processes, operational best practices, and emerging technologies in action.
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Facility Tours
1:00 PM - Conference Concludes

Tickets
Full Conference
Sale ends
Feb 05, 2027, 8:00 PM
All technical sessions. Registration does not include pre-conference exam review or select social events. **We will verify if you are an NWEA member. To check on your current NWEA member status please email eboard@nvwea.org**
From $20.00 to $450.00
$400.00
$450.00
$20.00
Same day/Late Registration
All technical sessions. Registration does not include pre-conference exam review or select social events. **We will verify if you are an NWEA member. To check on your current NWEA member status please email eboard@nvwea.org**
From $20.00 to $500.00
Goes on sale
Feb 05, 2027, 8:00 PM
$20.00
$450.00
$500.00
One Day Conference
One day conference registration.
$225.00
$225.00
Speaker Registration
Conference registration for ACCEPTED speakers only. Please do not purchase this ticket if you are not a selected speaker for the conference. Do not purchase this ticket if you are on the waitlist.
$250.00
NWEA Mixer
Join us for a fun night after the Welcome Reception on February 22nd from 6pm to 9pm
$0.00
Operator Exam Training 1-2
Prepare for wastewater certification success at the Annual NWEA Conference with this targeted operator training covering exam structure, study focus, math, and test-taking essentials.
$45.00
Operator Exam Training 3-4
Prepare for wastewater certification success at the Annual NWEA Conference with this targeted operator training covering exam structure, study focus, math, and test-taking essentials.
$45.00
Total
$0.00
