ONLINE MASTERCLASS
Tuesday 17 November 2026 | 12.30 pm to 2.00 pm

The Civilization of Water
How can we ensure the long-term viability of technology
whilst preserving the water resources on which it depends?

With Emma Haziza, a french hydrologist and specialist in regional resilience to extreme weather events.

In 90 minutes, learn how to identify your water dependencies, anticipate the vulnerabilities in your models and incorporate critical resources into your strategic decisions.

A masterclass designed for executives and members of executive committees, heads of Innovation/R&D and CSR departments, investors, strategy and foresight managers, and deep-tech entrepreneurs.

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What you’ll be able to do after this masterclass

Mapping your critical dependencies

Identify where, how and on what scale water features in your processes, infrastructure, value chain and operations.

The aim: to stop viewing water as merely a risk factor, but rather as a key factor shaping your design, investment and growth decisions.

Test the robustness of your innovation

Look beyond short-term performance to analyse how your technology fits into cycles of resources, use, renewal and regeneration.Can innovation truly scale up without undermining the systems on which it depends?

Measuring the true extent of your impact

Questionner une technologie au-delà de son récit : quelles ressources mobilise-t-elle réellement ? Ses impacts sont-ils mesurables, vérifiables et réversibles ? Résout-elle le problème ou le déplace-t-elle ?

Identifying vulnerabilities before they become critical

Identify the early warning signs that precede visible disruptions: strain on resources, poor allocation, regional dependencies, inflexible infrastructure or a fragile model.

The aim: to build active resilience rather than react once a crisis has taken hold.

Making longevity a design criterion

Assess an innovation not only on what it enables today, but also on its ability to remain viable and sustainable over time, without compromising the resources, infrastructure and ecosystems on which it depends.

Turning water scarcity into a strategic advantage

Integrate water considerations right from the design stage to enhance the credibility of your solution, anticipate the expectations of investors, regulators and local authorities, and develop technology that is truly sustainable.

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What to expect

Over the course of 90 minutes, Emma Haziza will offer a strategic, historical and hydrological analysis of our relationship with water, to provide a better understanding of the challenges currently facing businesses, technologies and regions.

In particular, you will explore:

Why water has become a strategic resource for innovation, infrastructure and regional development.
What the history of civilisations teaches us about our ability to adapt to resource scarcity.
How to identify the water dependencies hidden behind our technologies, business models and value chains.
How to anticipate tensions and vulnerabilities before they become critical.
How to incorporate water constraints into your design, investment and development decisions from today onwards.

A masterclass to gain a broader perspective, challenge your models and better integrate critical resources into your decision-making.

Doctor from Mines Paris, hydrologist, and specialist in territorial resilience to climate extremes.

Futurist, longevity expert, and co-founder of Longevity Culture Club.

WHO IS THIS MASTERCLASS AIMED AT?

Senior management and executive committees

Innovation / R&D Directors

CSR / Sustainable Development Directors

Investors and investment funds (deep tech, impact)

Foresight and Strategy Managers

Deep-tech entrepreneurs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do you need a scientific background to participate?

No. The masterclass is designed to make hydrological, technological, and strategic issues accessible, with no scientific background required.

Is the masterclass relevant to my business?

It is particularly relevant for organizations facing challenges related to innovation, resource management, transformation, impact, or long-term planning.

Are registrations refundable?

If the masterclass is cancelled by the organizer, your registration will be fully refunded. For other refund conditions, please refer to the General Terms and Conditions : https://www.tech-fest.fr/fr/content/mentions-legales#bl-efee4607-b381-4467-a49a-563634ec8733

Are the presentation materials shared after the session?

Yes, all the materials and resources presented will be emailed to you within 48 hours of the masterclass. A summary document setting out the key takeaways from the masterclass will also be shared.

Can we interact with the facilitator remotely?

Yes. There will be a question-and-answer session with the speaker after the presentation. A live chat will be open throughout the session so you can ask questions as the session progresses.

Is an invoice provided?

Yes, an invoice can be provided upon request. You can contact us at

Will a recording be available?

The recording will be available within 24 hours after the masterclass and will remain accessible for 30 days.

Date: November 17, 2026

Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Duration: 90 minutes

Location: Online

Price: €150 incl. VAT

Replay: included and available for 30 days

Deliverables and summary: included – sent within 48 hours following the masterclass

Contact:tech-fest@ebra.fr

ONLINE MASTERCLASS
Tuesday 17 November 2026 | 12.30 pm to 2.00 pm

The Civilization of Water
How can we ensure the long-term viability of technology
whilst preserving the water resources on which it depends?

What you’ll be able to do after this masterclass

TAKE PART IN THE MASTERCLASS

What to expect

With Emma HAZIZA

Hosted by Chloé de RUFFRAY

WHO IS THIS MASTERCLASS AIMED AT?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do you need a scientific background to participate?

Is the masterclass relevant to my business?

Are registrations refundable?

Are the presentation materials shared after the session?

Can we interact with the facilitator remotely?

Is an invoice provided?

Will a recording be available?

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