Oklahoma Governor's Water Conference & Research Symposium

The Oklahoma Governor’s Water Conference and Research Symposium is held annually to bring together experts in Oklahoma water policy and science from local, state, and federal agencies and organizations, as well as industry leaders, students, and researchers.

The 2025 conference and symposium will be held December 3-4 at the Embassy Suites in Norman, OK. Registration is coming soon.

In support of recommendations by a special advisory council to the Governor and Legislature, the Water for 2060 Excellence Award Program was developed to recognize individuals and entities making exceptional contributions to the promotion and implementation of water use efficiency and conservation of Oklahoma's fresh water resources.

Award winners are acknowledged at the annual Oklahoma Governor's Water Conference. Eligibility criteria include the following:

Project must be categorized as Public Water Supply, Energy/Industry, or Crop Irrigation/Agriculture Production.
Project must contribute to minimizing or eliminating the need for new freshwater supplies in the future, as well as benefiting the local or state economy.
Project must have been implemented by the nomination deadline.

Nominations for 2025 are open.

For questions or comments, please contact Grace Jessup at grace.jessup@owrb.ok.gov or (405) 530-8838.

Read about previous winners and learn more about Water for 2060.