Water innovation for a climate resilient future

The 2026 Water Minister’s Climate Innovation Challenge opens on

22 April 2026, with a focused theme on the future of biosolids

management.

Delivered as part of the Victorian Water Sector Emissions Transition Plan, the Challenge is seeking practical, innovative solutions that reduce emissions, recover valuable resources, and address contaminants of concern.

Intelligent Water Networks (IWN) invites all Victorian water corporations to participate, with collaboration across industry, research, and government strongly encouraged.

$320,000 in funding is available to support projects that deliver long-term value and contribute to a net-zero emissions water sector by 2035.

Submissions open: 22 April 2026

Previous Submissions

Want to see how past projects are progressing?

Visit our Where Are They Now page.

Get ready for the 2026 Challenge!
It will have a slightly different focus, so stay tuned for more information.