WRRI Annual Conference Plenary Announced

[Kaitlin Tucker]

2026 WRRI Annual Conference Plenary Announced for Day 1! "Flooding in Focus: Navigating the Complexities of Planning, Recovery, and Resiliency" “Flooding in Focus" highlights the complexity of flooding in North Carolina from major storms to chronic coastal flooding. Presenters will discuss efforts, across the state, to address these challenges. The session includes examples and on-the-ground experiences and will discuss the kind of work required to plan and develop strong mitigation strategies.   Join us for a compelling and informative discussion! Stuart Brown Flood Resiliency Blueprint Program Manager at the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality    Dr. Katherine Anarde Assistant Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering at NC State University Dr. Brett Hartis Lead Hydro Licensing Project Manager, Duke Energy’s Water Strategy and Hydro Licensing Team The WRRI annual conference brings together all sectors and disciplines working in water resources across North Carolina. Through networking opportunities, panels, poster sessions, lightning talks, and exhibitors, this two-day conference features best practices and new research on one of North Carolina's most valuable resources. See what we're offering this year by checking out our agenda on our website! Conference Agenda The 2026 annual conference agenda is subject to change. Please periodically check our website for agenda updates.  Find out more about the conference @ https://wrri.ncsu.edu/events/conference/ Secure your spot at the conference by registering today! The deadline to register is March 17th.  Register Today! Thank You to our Watershed Level Sponsors!