Cross-Sector Water Innovation Network

As pressures on the water environment intensify, from climate change, pollution, and population growth to increasing demands from sectors such as agriculture, energy, manufacturing, and digital infrastructure; no single action can solve these challenges alone. Cross-sector collaboration is essential.

This series forms part of the Water Innovation Cross-Sector Challenge, delivered by Innovate UK on behalf of the Ofwat Innovation Fund, and aims to unlock innovation that delivers mutual benefit across industries, landscapes, and communities.

About the Cross-Sector Water Innovation Network (CSWIN) - CSWIN is a collaborative community of water-conscious innovators, supply chain actors, and end-users. Funded by Ofwat and delivered by Innovate UK, the network connects organisations across sectors to accelerate sustainable growth, drive mutual value, and shape a smarter, more resilient water future.

Networking and Collaboration: Connect with stakeholders across the water, agri-food, energy, manufacturing and environmental sectors. Arrange one-to-one meetings and explore opportunities for partnership.

Knowledge Exchange: Access insights from expert speakers, innovators and practitioners across the water-related value chain.

Cross-Sector Brokerage: Continue conversations initiated during the webinars, particularly around agri–water collaboration.

Insight into Emerging Trends: Understand future risks, regulatory direction, and innovation opportunities.

Support for Innovation Pathways: Learn how the Water Innovation Cross-Sector Challenge can help turn collaborative ideas into real-world solutions.

• Cross-sector approaches to water resilience

• Agri-water innovation and nutrient management

• Nature-Based Solutions

• Source control for emerging contaminants

• Sustainable water resource planning

• Multi-sector collaboration models

• Opportunities within the Ofwat Innovation Fund

Register today to unlock valuable networking opportunities!