The University of Waterloo’s Water Institute and the Laurier Institute for Water Science will highlight research around the theme of “nature for water.”
The keynote speakers, Alex and Tyler Mifflin –also known as TVO’s The Water Brothers –are two young eco-adventurers who produce an award-winning docu-series. The brothers travel the world to identify issues around water and how to protect one of the world’s most precious resources.
The keynote will be followed by a discussion panel entitled, “Green infrastructure: We know it works, so why aren’t our cities being built green?” facilitated by professor John Hartig, Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs.
The event will also feature a student poster symposium, a photo contest, industry exhibitor booths and networking opportunities with water researchers, professionals and enthusiasts.
For a detailed agenda of World Water Day events, please visit the official event website.