ABOUT THE SUMMIT
The H2O & Sustainability Summit 2025 was held on October 14th and 15th, 2025, at the University of Algarve – Campus da Penha, in Faro, Portugal.
This international event brought together leading experts, companies, STARTUPS, universities, research centers, and institutions to promote dialogue, foster collaboration, and accelerate innovation in key areas such as Water, Sustainability, Circular Economy, Mobility, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and Sustainable Tourism.
The event featured a high-level conference with renowned speakers who addressed emerging challenges and solutions at the intersection of sustainability and technology, covering Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Data Science, Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality.
Alongside the conference, a Fair Event will showcased innovative solutions, services, and initiatives, offering unique opportunities for networking and business development.
Watch the wrap-up video below for an overview of the 2-day event.
CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
(Non-exhaustive)
OCTOBER 14 , 2025
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09:00
Opening Session
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Prof. Doutor João Rodrigues, Vice-Rector of the University of Algarve
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Dr. Rogério Bacalhau, Mayor of Faro City Council
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Prof. Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner of Premivalor Consulting
09:30
Main Challenges of the Water Sector in Portugal
Strategic outlook for 2030 and 2050
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Eng. José Pimenta Machado, President of APA
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Prof. Doutora Vera Eiró, President of the Board of ERSAR
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Dra. Margarida Novais, Head of the Public Procurement Division of SIMAS de Oeiras e Amadora;
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Eng. José Macário Correia, Chair of the Board of the ABPRSA;
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Eng. Carlos Martins, CEO of Ambiolhão
Moderator: Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
10:30
Leveraging Data and AI: Risks and Opportunities in Water, Energy, and Waste Management
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Prof. Pedro Pimpão, Chair of the Board of Directors of InfraQuinta and Professor at the University of Algarve
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Dr. Carlos Manso, Chair of the Board of Directors of Infralobo
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Eng. Pedro Moura, Head of Phygital Offering for Portugal of Minsait - INDRA Group
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Eng. Luís Gregório, Technical Partner Architect at IBM.
Moderator: Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
11:15
Software Integration and Interoperability for Efficient Water and Sustainability Management
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Eng. Filipe Martins, Senior Manager at Vodafone
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Eng. Luís Gregório, Technical Partner Architect at IBM
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Eng. Filipe Conceição, Founder and Executive Diretor of Hubel Engenharia
Moderator: Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
14:10
Opening Session - Afternoon
H2O & Sustainability Innovation Hub Presentation
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Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
14:25
Showcase of STARTUPS from the H2O & Sustainability Innovation Hub Ecosystem and Their Progress
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Dr. Jorge Oliveira, General Director of Four Seasons Fairways
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Eng. Filipe Martins, Senior Manager at Vodafone
STARTUPS:
Savearth represented by João Machado
Windcredible represented by Filipe Fernandes
LS Engenharia Geográfica represented by Cláudio Sousa
15:05
Quantum Computing for Resource Optimization : Applications in Water and Energy Management
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Dr. Pedro Pinto, DataCenter Enterprise Sales Director at FSAS Technologies – a Fujitsu company
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Dr. Marco Espinheira, Executive Director Corporate Relations at Nova School of Business and Economics
15:25
PITCH CEREMONY - CALL FOR PROJECTS 3rd EDITION
STARTUPS CATEGORY
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15:50
Closing Session
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Arq. Sophie Matias, City Councillor of Faro City Council
OCTOBER 15 , 2025
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09:00
Opening Session
Water and Socioeconomics: Defining the Way Forward
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Prof. Manuela Moreira da Silva, University of Algarve
09:30
Governance Models and Strategic Options for the Water Sector in Portugal
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Dr. Rogério Bacalhau, Mayor of Faro City Council
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Eng. Rui Sancho, Operations Manager, Water Quality and Safety Expert, and Drinking Water Treatment Specialist, at Águas do Algarve
Moderator: Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
10:10
Macroeconomic Impacts of Extreme Climate Events
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Eng. Henrique Koenders, Manager Risk Prevention & Engineering at Aon
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Dr. Cristóvão Norte, Deputy of Parliament of Portugal
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Prof. Susana Brissos, Portuguese Order of Economists
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Dra. Ana Lacerda, Deputy head of Financial Stability Department of Banco de Portugal
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Prof. Luís Coelho, Dean of the School of Economics of University of Algarve
Moderator: Dr. Carlos Manso, Chair of the Board of Directors of Infralobo
Prof. Pedro Pimpão, Chair of the Board of Directors of Infraquinta
10:45
ESG and Sustainable Investment: Catalysts for Economic and Social Growth
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Dr. Pedro Mendes Silva, Head of Consulting of Forvis Mazars
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Eng. Eduardo Marques, President of AEPSA.
Moderator: Prof. Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
11:30
National Crisis Management Systems: Applications in the Water and Energy Sectors
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Abel Gomes, Second Regional Deputy Commander for the Algarve Civil Protection
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Eng. Silvério Guerreiro, Ordem dos Engenheiros
Moderator: Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
14:15
Energy Communities and Collective Self Consumption: Benefits and Opportunities
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Eng. Pedro Moura, Head of Phygital Offering for Portugal at Minsait - INDRA Group;
Moderator: Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
15:00
Smart Cities, Sustainable Mobility and Connectivity
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Arq. Sophie Matias, City Councillor of Faro City Council
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Eng. Filipe Martins, Senior Manager at Vodafone
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Janett Tapia, Project Manager of Netherlands Water Partnership
Moderator: Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
15:40
PITCH CEREMONY - CALL FOR PROJECTS 3rd EDITION
STUDENTS CATEGORY
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16:10
PITCH CEREMONY - CALL FOR PROJECTS 3rd EDITION
PhD & RESEARCHERS CATEGORY
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16:45
WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT - CALL FOR PROJECTS 3rd EDITION
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17:30
Closing Session
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Dra. Cristina Pinto Dias, Secretary of State for Mobility
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Arq. Sophie Matias, City Councillor of Faro City Council
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Prof. Telmo Vieira, Managing Partner at Premivalor Consulting
*Please note that the programme may be subject to minor revisions.
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SCIENTIFIC MASTER CLASS
and BOAT TRIP at RIA FORMOSA
October 14 , 2025
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Location: Marina Ria Center
Professor Manuela Moreira da Silva, a renowned environmental scientist at the University of Algarve, led this exclusive Scientific Boat Tour, sharing her research on the lagoon’s unique ecosystems, biodiversity, and environmental pressures, and creating an exceptional, science-driven experience for participants.
LOCATION
University of Algarve, Penha Campus - Faro
Campus da Penha, 8005-139 Faro
PARTNERS
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