International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA)
International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) is a association that is part of the pulse of the water sector. Here we bring together everything it publishes on Smart Water Magazine: its news, its blogs and the events it takes part in.
IDRA appoints Michael Bjorn of Danfoss to Board of Directors
Appointment strengthens IDRA’s leadership in innovation, sustainability, and global water solutions.
IDRA welcomes H.E. Ahmed Al Rumaithi as Special Advisor
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of His Excellency Ahmed Al Rumaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Energy – Abu Dhabi, as Special Advisor to the IDRA. This appointment reflects the shared commitment of IDRA and the Department of Energy Abu Dhabi to advance global collaboration in sustainable […]
“Leadership in water means listening, acting, fostering global partnerships for real-world impact”
Jon Freedman, President of IDRA, discusses the urgent need to scale desalination and water reuse to address global water scarcity. In this interview, he highlights the technological advances, policy challenges, and collaborative solutions shaping a resilient, circular water economy — and IDRA’s role in driving sustainable water management worldwide. As the President of the International […]
Eng. Khaled Al Qureshi joins IDRA as Special Advisor
Saudi Water Partnership Company CEO to enhance global water initiatives.
International water leaders share insights during global dialogue on water reuse
The WateReuse Association (WateReuse) and the International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) are collaborating on a Global Dialogue on Water Reuse examining the drivers, challenges, and opportunities for accelerating the adoption of water reuse around the world. The organizations will produce a white paper later this year reflecting the consensus of experts participating in this […]
IDA recognizes pioneering excellence at the 2023 Seville Summit on Water and Climate Change
The International Desalination Association (IDA) is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023 Seville Summit Awards, honoring visionary companies that have shown exceptional commitment and leadership in addressing the critical issues of water and climate change. These awards celebrate innovation, sustainability, and resilience in pursuing a regenerative water economy and a greener, climate-resilient future. […]
IDA 2023 Seville Summit: Addressing climate change impact on water security
The IDA Seville Summit stands as an unequivocal call to action, acknowledging the profound influence of climate change on our planet's most precious resource: water. The Summit discussion will focus on climate change adaptation and explore the critical interplay between mitigation and adaptation strategies to ensure increased availability of clean water by integrating unconventional water […]
Fady Juez: “The IDA will continue to adapt to the latest innovations and practices in the market”
This year the International Desalination Association celebrates 50 years of connecting the global desalination and water reuse community, as the world increasingly recognises the importance of these unconventional water resources to meet the water-related Sustainable Development Goals and adapt to a changing climate. Last October, Mr Fady Juez, Managing Director of Metito Overseas, was elected […]
Mr. Fady Juez elected President of the International Desalination Association for 2022-2024
The International Desalination Association (IDA) announces that Mr. Fady Juez, Managing Director of Metito Overseas, has been elected President by the Term 20 IDA board. Ms. Shannon McCarthy has been re-appointed as the Secretary General of the Association. “I aim to ensure IDA continues the tremendous global recognition and financial turnaround accomplished in term 19, […]