San Diego Climate Week Water Summit

Emerald Keepers is partnering with San Diego Climate Week to present the Water Summit, the kickoff to the second annual weeklong event that will run through October 8, 2026.

The Water Summit, which is free and open to the public, will be held at Coronado Community Center’s Nautilus Room and will bring together Tribal, Mexican, local, state, and federal representatives to discuss the Tijuana River crisis, ocean resilience, and regional water security.

Water summit schedule:

• 4-5 p.m.: Paddle out

• 5-6 p.m.: Tabling and light bites
Non-Profit “Make Waves” Fair: Connect & take action with organizations on the ground, including those focused on public health, binational advocacy, and coastal preservation.

• 6-6:45 p.m.: Panel discussion
Tri-National Expert Panel on the Tijuana River Sewage Crisis: A heavy-hitting discussion to examine the current state of the crisis and explore what it will take to achieve a lasting solution, featuring leaders from both sides of the border and Tribal nations

• 6:45-7:30 p.m.: Breakout session
Action-Oriented Breakout Sessions: Move from talk to transformation. Join small working groups led by our panelists to dive into specific solutions, from infrastructure policy to community restoration and leave with a direct Call to Action.

• 7:30-8 p.m.: Closing remarks and call to action

The event is free but pre-registration is required (opens September 1) at https://luma.com/7qz5w6mc.