About the event

REWET and ALFAwetlands have joined forces to host their Final Conference: "Wetland Solutions for the Future: Learning from ALFAwetlands and REWET Projects", taking place on 17 September 2026 in Brussels, Belgium.
This joint event will bring together policymakers, researchers, practitioners, restoration experts, and other key stakeholders to showcase the achievements of both projects and explore the future of wetland restoration in Europe in the context of EU climate, biodiversity and water resilience policies.

At a time when Europe faces increasing environmental challenges, wetlands are emerging as essential allies in tackling climate change, halting biodiversity loss and strengthening ecosystem resilience. Through research, innovation and real-world demonstrations, ALFAwetlands and REWET have generated knowledge, tools and practical solutions needed to support large-scale wetland restoration and contribute to the implementation of European policy objectives. The event will feature:

• Key findings, innovations and policy insights from ALFAwetlands and REWET.
• Discussions on the role of wetlands in achieving Europe's climate, biodiversity and restoration goals.
• Research highlights, practical case studies and experiences from restoration activities across Europe.
• Opportunities to exchange ideas and network with experts and stakeholders from different sectors and countries.