Culture and Belonging

The Water Environment Federation embraces all identities and experiences across, race, gender, background, educational level, ability, and more — creating a culture where everyone belongs.

Customer Service Alert

Customer Service Alert Jan. 23, 2025 The WEF customer service center will be closed for the holidays on Dec 25-26, 2025, and again on Jan. 1, 2026. Normal business hours will resume on Dec 29 and

Community Leadership Council

Interactive Map

This map showcases real-world case studies from around the globe demonstrating circular water economy practices. Each point represents a project categorized under one of the three pillars.

Utility Management

Utility Management water environment federation, utility management, wastewater, fact sheets, educational resources, technical resources, networking, treatment, To respond to myriad daily

Senior Leadership Team

Senior Leadership Team Ralph Exton Executive Director John Ikeda Chief Mission Officer Karen Powderly Chief Financial Officer Joe Carney Managing Director, IT Digital Experience Stephanie Jones

Media & Publications

Media & Publications Costa Rica Circular Water Economy Study Tour Video Highlights Photo Gallery Study Tour Presentations Japan Circular Water Economy Study Tour Photo Gallery Featured Article

Industrial Water Resources

Water Environment Federation, wastewater, sustainability, compliance, industrial water, Industries commonly reuse wastewater and process water as water availability becomes scarce, and they are

Residuals, Biosolids and Treatment Technology 2026 Exhibition & Sponsorship

The 2026 WEF Residuals and Biosolids and Innovations in Treatment Technology Conference will take place on May 10-14, 2026, in Kansas City, MO. SUBMIT YOUR BOOTH APPLICATIONVIEW THE FLOOR

Collection Systems & Stormwater 2026

This conference is hosted by the Water Environment Federation in partnership with the Water Environment Association of Texas. Save the date for the 2025 Collection Systems and Stormwater