Welcome to the beautiful city of Chicago, IL USA. You are invited to attend International Resource Recovery Conference & Expo organized by Water and Waste Management International (WWMI) at University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) compass in Chicago. The dates of International Conference & Expo are May 26-29, 2025. See you at WWMI2025 in Chicago!
WWM International is organizing the Resource Recovery Conference in association with the Department of Civil, Materials and Environmental Engineering (CME), Energy Resources Center (ERC) of University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), and Illinois Association of Wastewater Agencies (IAWA). The UIC is an acclaimed research institution with sixteen colleges dedicated to the discovery and distribution of knowledge located in the beautiful downtown of Chicago. IAWA is oriented to meet the needs of Administrators and Managers who are concerned with clean streams and are responsible for wastewater collection and treatment in the State of Illinois.
WWM International is dedicated to advancing scientific, technological, and policy solutions for the sustainable management of water, energy, and waste management using the principles of circularity. Our goal is to integrate water and waste management practices of Resource recovery in the broader context of sustainable development. We aim to establish a global platform for sharing knowledge and fostering connections. WWMI conducted 6 International conferences so far (Four in India, one virtual and one at Bangkok).
This International Conference is a unique one focusing on the challenges and opportunities in the Water, Waste Management and Energy sectors.
The Consul Generals of several South Asia and Middle Eastern countries will present the opportunities existing in WWM sector in this conference, and several Entrepreneurs and Business delegations also will be participating.
What to Expect at Conference & Expo
- Global connectivity with environmental experts, scientists and professionals participating from various parts of the world
- Business opportunities in USA, South Asia and Middle East Countries
- Networking with Industry leaders, governmental boards and company owners
- Earning Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
- Topics covering Water, Wastewater and Stormwater
- Topics covering Solid Waste
- Topics covering Energy Resources
- Technical workshops and panel discussions
- Booths and vendors
- New Technology, Policies, Latest Trends and Advancements
Conference Program
Monday May 26, 2025:
6 PM to 9 PM
Inauguration and welcome dinner in UIC Campus / Downtown Hotel
(Only for Full Conference Registrants and Invitees)
Tuesday May 27, 2025:
9:00 AM to 9:30 AM Key Note speakers
9:30 to 10:30 AM Business Opportunities presentation by Consulates of India, Thailand and Turkey
10:30 to 11:00 AM Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Illinois presentation
11:00 to 12:00 PM Presentation by Platinum sponsors
12:00 to 1:30 PM Lunch
1:30 to 4:30 PM Breakout sessions (Track1: Water and Waste Water, Track2: Solid waste Management, Track 3: Energy)
Wednesday May 28, 2025:
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Breakout sessions (Track1: Water and Waste Water, Track2: Solid waste Management, Track 3: Energy)
12:00 to 1:30 PM Lunch
1:30 to 4:30 PM Key Note speakers and concluding session.
Friday May 29, 2025:
8AM to 3 PM: Facility tour to Stickney Water Reclamation Plant (World’s Largest wastewater treatment facility of 1.4 Billion Gallon / Day) and Main Stream Pumping Station of MWRDGC
PDH's will be issued for eligible topics
Conference Location at UIC - May 27 and 28th
Conference will be held on the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) campus in the Illinois Room in Student Centre East (SCE) Building, 750 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60607, USA.
Registration (Registration will be open on Feb 01, 2025 )
| Registration Type | Attendees |
| Full Professional Registration (4 Days) | $200 (Includes Opening ceremony and Dinner) |
| Opening Ceremony and Networking – May 26th | Only for Full Conference Registrants and Invitees |
| Two Full day Conference & Expo May 27th - 28th (UIC) | $100 |
| Treatment Plant and Deep Tunnel Tour | Transportation from UIC |
Accommodation
Hotels and Hostels
- Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown: 0.7 – mile walk to UIC (Address: 506 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607)
- Chicago Parthenon Hostel: 0.5-mile walk to UIC (Address: 310 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661)
- Chicago Getaway Hostel: 5.1 miles by Bus to UIC (Address: 616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL 60614)
- HI Chicago Hostel: 1.5 miles by walk to UIC (Address: 24 Ida B. Wells Dr, Chicago, IL 60605)
- Search for Other Nearby Hotels- Click Here
Airbnb
- Online based apartments hosted by local residents. Visit: airbnb.com
Hostel world
- Online hostel type accommodations.
- Visit: https://www.hostelworld.com/findabed.php/ChosenCity.Chicago/ChosenCountry.USAv
Travel Information
Airports
Out-of-town participants will arrive in Chicago by air. Chicago is served by two airports: O’Hare International Airport (ORD), and Midway International Airport. All major airlines fly to ORD.
Travel Times with no traffic
O’Hare to UIC: 40 minutes (16 miles)
Midway to UIC: 25 minutes (10 miles)
International Travelers for Conference & Expo
The first step to traveling to the U.S. is to determine if you need a Visa or if you are eligible for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Travelers from VWP countries must have valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval before travel.
DO I NEED A VISA OR ESTA
Travelers Need of a Visa
Two types of visas are normally available for attending conferences. B1 Visa. Please check current visa categories and requirements with the US Department of state by clicking the link below
US Department of State
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html
It can take four to six months to get an interview date. Please contact your nearest consulate as soon as possible to request an interview date.
Please file your visa paperwork as far in advance as possible to be eligible for a refund.
WWMI will not intervene on behalf of the conference attendees with the Embassy or U.S. Consulate via phone or emails.
Visa applicants MUST demonstrate that they qualify for the visa category and do not intend to immigrate permanently to USA. This involves showing solid ties to the home country and a clear purpose for a visit to the US and the return. Failing to provide a complete visa application or all the necessary supporting documents is a common reason for a US Visa rejection.
Conference Invitation Letter for Visa
Registration must be completed and paid in at least partial ($100 US Dollars) for four days of attendance before a Letter of Invitation may be requested. A copy of your registration payment receipt must accompany your request.
Please be ready to provide your complete official name, date of birth, physical address, email address, and passport number (if available). If any additional information will be needed for the letter issuance, you will be notified by e-mail in response to the submitted request.
The Letter of Invitation will ONLY be sent by email to the email address that you provide. The Letter of Invitation cannot be emailed or sent to the Embassy or U.S. Consulate.
