Contents of the congress
With the theme “Innovative Water Engineering for Sustainable Development,” the 41st IAHR World Congress (IAHR2025) was held from 22–27 June 2025 at the Singapore EXPO. It aimed to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, exchange cutting-edge knowledge, and explore innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing water-related challenges.
IAHR2025 addressed the multifaceted challenges posed by the dynamic intersection of water resources management, climate change adaptation, and the intricate interplay between water, energy, food security, and nature. It provided a platform for experts, researchers, and practitioners from around the world to converge and share cutting-edge insights, groundbreaking research, and new solutions in the field of water engineering to meet these challenges.
As countries and cities grappled with the effects of climate change, IAHR2025 delved into innovative water engineering that adapts to the evolving challenges posed by a changing hydro-environment. IAHR2025 also explored innovative concepts to alleviate the increasing pressure on the water-energy-food nexus and the intrinsic linkages between these vital resources. Understanding and optimising this nexus was considered crucial to fostering sustainable development. IAHR2025 promoted global exchange and collaboration for integrated approaches that maximise these interconnected resources.
By placing a spotlight on innovative water engineering, IAHR2025 contributed to the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in both rural and urban environments, working towards resilient societies for the well-being of current and future generations.
IAHR2025 was co-located with the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) Spotlight 2025, a summit that brought cities together to discuss how they could adapt and build greater resilience to floods and extreme weather events.
LIC - Coastal Engineering Laboratory
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