This presentation outlines the details of the Regional Technical Assistance 8060: Promoting Innovations in Wastewater Management in Asia and the Pacific. Compelling arguments on wastewater management are highlighted. The focus and content of the conference, including expected outcomes and next steps, are also explained.

Results of a global survey among senior water utility executives reveal that increased water stress by 2030 is a foregone conclusion. Reducing water losses would require rationalizing the criteria and priorities toward a non-revenue water reduction strategy.