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Water utility leaders are facing uncertainty as climate impacts accelerate and long-term investment decisions become more complex. Traditional planning methods are no longer sufficient to prepare for evolving risks, making adaptive planning an essential strategy for building resilient utilities.

How Can Water Utilities Plan for an Uncertain Future?

At the AMWA 2026 Executive Management Conference (EMC), October 25–28 in Seattle, senior leaders will engage in executive-level education, leadership development, and peer networking to discuss the pressing issues facing today's water utility leaders. The conference features a power-packed program, including the key session, "Embracing an Uncertain Future Through Adaptive Planning." Attendees will learn how utilities are integrating uncertainty into decision-making and developing flexible strategies that can evolve as conditions change.

Panelists will share how their organizations are applying adaptive planning frameworks to prepare for multiple possible futures while developing flexible, long-term investment strategies. Speakers include:

Alan Salazar, CEO, Denver Water;
Alex Chen, Chief Operating Officer (Water), Seattle Public Utilities;
Angela Licata, Deputy Commissioner, New York City Department of Environmental Protection; and
Taylor Winchell, Climate Adaptation Program Lead, Denver Water (moderator).

Act FAST! Early-Bird Pricing Ends July 31

There are only three days left to secure the best rate for the EMC. Register today to take advantage of discounts by Friday, July 31. After registering, be sure to reserve your hotel room at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel, the EMC host property, to stay close to all sessions, networking events, and evening receptions. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so book early before the room block fills.