This track focuses on the water production landscape in Saudi Arabia, addressing the major challenge of water scarcity and highlighting promising opportunities for investors and innovators. With diminishing groundwater resources and a growing reliance on desalinated seawater, the Kingdom is making significant strides toward a sustainable water future through strategic investments in advanced technologies.

‏ ‏By addressing risks such as water scarcity, infrastructure inefficiencies, climate change, energy, and cybersecurity, Saudi Arabia is creating a fertile environment for technological advancement. The track highlights challenges within these areas, including optimizing rainwater usage, managing water consumption more effectively, and reducing the environmental impact of desalination. Innovators are positioned to drive progress through forward-thinking, science-based solutions.

‏The track also emphasizes the scale of Saudi Arabia’s water sector—the largest in the Middle East and Africa—powered by Vision 2030. As the market grows, so do the investment opportunities, particularly in advanced reverse osmosis, renewable energy integration, and other technologies critical to water security.