Conference on Water Stewardship in Food & Beverage Sector 2025
"Security, Sustainability and Stewardship”
30 October 2025, Hotel Shangri-La, New Delhi
Water is a critical input for the Food and Beverage (F&B) sector, playing a central role across the entire value chain—from agricultural sourcing and processing to manufacturing and product formulation. Recognizing water as a fundamental resource for the sector’s growth and resilience, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), through the CII Water Institute, organized the 2nd National Conference on Water Stewardship in the Food & Beverage Sector 2025 on the theme “Security, Sustainability and Stewardship.”
Against the backdrop of increasing water scarcity, climate variability, and rising environmental and regulatory challenges, the Conference provided a focused platform for industry leaders, policymakers, technology providers, and sustainability experts to deliberate on strengthening water stewardship practices within the F&B sector. Building on the success of its inaugural edition, the Conference emphasized the need to embed water security and sustainability into business strategies to enhance resilience and long-term competitiveness.
This year, the Conference focused on:
- Emerging technologies, tools, and strategies to improve water-use efficiency
- The role of water security in driving business resilience and competitiveness
- Policy frameworks and regulatory enablers for water-resilient F&B operations
- Industry good practices and success stories from leading F&B companies
- Collaborative approaches for advancing water stewardship across the sector
Key Highlights:
- Emphasized the fundamental importance of water for the Food and Beverage sector and the urgent need for sustainable water management practices.
- Highlighted the role of enabling policies, regulations, and standards in strengthening water resilience across F&B value chains.
- Showcased innovative technologies and practical solutions for improving water efficiency, reuse, and footprint reduction.
- Presented case studies and success stories from leading Food and Beverage companies demonstrating effective water stewardship practices.
- Explored how proactive water management can enhance operational efficiency, manage risks, and build business resilience.
