Our Hero Journey Continues
Shaping a Sustainable Water Future Together
Since 1881, AWWA has centered its mission on protecting resources and advancing sustainable water solutions. As we move toward Water 2050, those values continue to guide ACE.
At ACE25, AWWA achieved Platinum Certification from the Events Industry Council— the highest recognition for sustainable event management— placing ACE among an elite group of global events, setting the standard for sustainability.
Our Hero Journey Continues
At ACE26 in Washington, D. C., we are maintaining our sustainability efforts with goals to:
Exceed venue waste diversion benchmarks Strengthen Sustainable Procurement practices Grow sustainability-focused sponsor partnerships Conduct a water risk analysis for Washington, D. C., and future ACE cities Launch a Fill It Forward donation program supporting Water Equation
Powering Our Progress
We are proud to partner with Xylem, whose leadership in water innovation and environmental responsibility helps advance ACE’ s sustainability initiatives.
Plan to attend their featured ESG( Environmental, Social, and Governance) leadership session on Tuesday.
At ACE, we are not just discussing a sustainable future. We are building it together.
We are grateful to our attendees and partners whose engagement and everyday actions help turn sustainability goals into real impact.
Learn more at ace. awwa. org / sustainability-impact