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Find out about WEFTEC, the world's largest water-quality event! Registration for WEFTEC 2019 will be open in the spring.

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What's Happening

Nutrients

Nutrient Removal and Recovery Symposium

Now accepting submissions for Abstracts, Workshops, and Session Proposals. Submission Deadline: Dec. 10, 2018.

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WEF WaterBlog

Oct. 22, 2018 - Steve Spicer, editor in chief of WE&T Magazine, blogs about potable reuse and why it is a serious topic that deserves serious attention.

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David Wachal on Digital Transformation of the Water Sector

Oct. 22, 2018 — In podcast no. 60 David Wachal, director of the Esri Global Water Practice, talks about the digital transformation of the water sector, including the rise of location intelligence and the creation of digital twins of water systems. He also discusses ways that utilities are using GIS data, such as to gain real-time insight into operations or to address affordability concerns.

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Stormwater and Green Infrastructure Symposium 2019

Now accepting submissions for Abstracts, Workshops, and Session Proposals. Submission Deadline: Nov. 12, 2018.

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Ghassan Korban on the Work Ahead in New Orleans

Oct. 15, 2018: In podcast no. 59 Ghassan Korban, the new executive director of the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, discusses the work needed to improve water infrastructure in New Orleans, which he says includes reinvesting to create a system for the next 50 to 100 years, particularly to deal with flooding.

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Member Associations

MA Spotlight

Founded in 1943, the Pacific Northwest Clean Water Association supports 1,500-plus members in Idaho, Oregon and Washington state. Known for their stellar conferences and strong member engagement, PNCWA continues to thrive. They are the 2018 Outstanding Member Association Award winner. 

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Training for the Operator of the Future

Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals is a cutting-edge training resource designed to educate current and future generations of water-quality professionals.

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Driving Change Through Innovation: Pathways to Biosolids Resource Recovery

Now accepting submissions for Abstracts, Workshops, and Session Proposals. Submission Deadline: Nov. 7, 2018

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YP Connections

The mission of YP Connections is to connect Students and Young Professionals through sharing information and experiences related to involvement in WEF and Member Associations, professional development and leadership opportunities.

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Technical Resources

WEF is a source of high-quality technical resource area featuring the latest research, news, and education. 

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This Week in Washington

This Week in Washington is an online news portal from the Water Environment Federation that provides updates on the latest legislative and regulatory developments that affect the water and wastewater communities.

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WEF Product Spotlight

Innovative products and services available to the water sector.

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Simplify Your Vendor Search

The WEF Buyer’s Guide makes it easy to find the solutions provider that’s right for you. Cut through the clutter of search engine results with this easy to navigate online guide.

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Featured Event

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Resource Recovery from Biosolids - Phosphorus and Energy