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Apr 24, 2026

2026 WRRI Annual Conference in Review

The 2026 WRRI Annual Conference hosted over 400 participants, making it WRRI’s largest event to date. This conference featured engaging speakers whose presentations on water resource issues, from flooding to…
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Feb 25, 2026

Science and Art

The North Carolina Water Resources Research Institute’s (WRRI) annual conference announces plenary speakers. A panel on flood science and another on the power of art to engage with residents about…

Mar 25, 2025

The 2025 WRRI Annual Conference in Review

Over 300 participants attended the 2025 WRRI Annual Conference, which took place in Raleigh on March 19 and 20 and featured engaging talks and presentations on water-related issues from researchers…

Mar 17, 2025

NC DEQ’s Wilson to Speak at WRRI Conference

For Immediate Release Secretary Reid Wilson of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) will offer opening remarks on Thursday, March 20, at 9:00 a.m., day two of the…

Feb 25, 2025

Announcing the 2025 NC WRRI Annual Conference Plenary Speakers

The 2025 NC WRRI Annual Conference plenary speakers have been announced! These speakers, who will lead the opening sessions on both days of the conference, include scientists, researchers, and communicators…

Jan 21, 2025

Agenda Now Available for the 2025 WRRI Annual Conference

The draft agenda for NC WRRI’s annual conference is now available online. View the agenda to learn more about session topics and schedules, lightning talks, poster presentations, and more. Please…

Jan 9, 2025

Registration Now Open for the 2025 NC Water Resources Annual Conference

North Carolina’s Water Resources Research Institute will host the 27th NC Water Resources Annual Conference on March 19th and 20th. The conference will be held in person at the McKimmon…

Sep 26, 2024

NC WRRI Conference Call for Abstracts Now Open

The North Carolina Water Resources annual conference brings together all sectors and disciplines working in water resources across North Carolina. Conference participants will get the opportunity to engage with water…

Apr 10, 2024

Conference Wrap Up: Poster Presentations, Lightning Talk Winners, and More

Over 300 participants attended the 2024 WRRI Annual Conference, which took place in Raleigh on March 20 and 21 and featured engaging talks and presentations on water-related issues from researchers…

Feb 20, 2024

Announcing the 2024 NC WRRI Annual Conference Plenary Speakers

The 2024 NC WRRI Annual Conference plenary speakers have been announced! These speakers, who will lead the opening sessions on both days of the conference, include scientists, researchers, and community…