9th Annual Western Groundwater Congress
Every Drop Deserves a Stage
Join the premier gathering of groundwater professionals across the West and share your work with the community shaping the future of groundwater stewardship. Whether you’re advancing science, engineering solutions, policy, or on-the-ground implementation, your voice belongs here.
9th Annual Western Groundwater Congress
September 28-30, 2026
Renaissance Palm Springs, Palm Springs, Ca
Advancing Groundwater Together
Inspired by the spirit of stewardship and connection, this year’s Congress brings our community together to elevate the ideas, innovations, and people protecting groundwater in every basin. Submit your abstract and take the stage.
350+
Attendees
30+
Sponsors & Exhibitors
Bringing groundwater innovation to the main stage.
- 3 days of ideas, innovation, and groundwater leadership taking center stage
- 80+ expert voices from across the groundwater community
- 4tracks exploring how we understand, manage, protect, and implement groundwater solutions
- Real-world case studies from basins across California and beyond
- Meaningful networking with practitioners, regulators, utilities, and policy leaders
- An exhibitor showcase highlighting the technologies shaping what comes next
Agenda at a Glance
Day 1
Monday, September 28
7.00am
Registration and Breakfast
8.00am
Welcome and Keynote
9.00am
Break with our Exhibitors
9.30am
Concurrent Sessions #1
11.00am
Break with our Exhibitors
11.30am
Concurrent Sessions #2
12.30pm
Buffet Lunch
2.00pm
Concurrent Sessions #3
3.30pm
Break with our Exhibitors
4.00pm
SNAPP Talks
5.00pm
Welcome Reception
Day 2
Tuesday, September 29
7.00am
Registration and Breakfast
8.30am
Concurrent Sessions #4
10.00am
Break with our Exhibitors
10.30am
Concurrent Sessions #5
12.00pm
Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony with Plated Lunch
1.30pm
Concurrent Sessions #6
3.00pm
Break with our Exhibitors
3.30pm
Concurrent Sessions #7
4.30pm
Evening Reception and Poster Presentations
8.00pm
After Party and Silent Disco
Day 3
Wednesday, September 30
7.30am
Registration and Breakfast
8.30am
Concurrent Sessions #8
10.00am
Break with our Exhibitors
10.30am
Concurrent Sessions #9
11.30am
Closing Remarks
1.00pm
Afternoon Post Conference Workshops (Additional Registration Required)
Thank you to our 2025 WGC Sponsors!
