Utility of the Future Today
Utility of the Future Today Recognition Program
This recognition program seeks to reach deeply into the water sector to form and motivate a community of like-minded water utilities engaged in advancing resource efficiency and recovery, developing proactive relationships with stakeholders, and establishing resilient, sustainable, and livable communities.
UotFT 2026 Application Process
The UotFT 2026 recognition program requires applicants to download and complete the UotFT 2026 application form and submit it via https://wef.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/405/home between March 5 and May 7, 2026, 11:59 ET, with notifications sent by June 11, 2026. Selected honorees will be recognized at a ceremony during WEFTEC 2026 in New Orleans, LA, and will receive a Certificate of Recognition, a banner, and a 2026 flag. While we hope to see all recognized honorees at WEFTEC, however, attendance is not required for recognition. Questions can be directed to UtilityRecognition@wef.org.
Have questions? Email UtilityRecognition@wef.org
About this Program
Goals of the Recognition
The Utility of the Future Today Recognition Program seeks to reach deeply into the water sector to form and motivate a community of like-minded water utilities engaged in advancing resource efficiency and recovery, developing proactive relationships with stakeholders, and establishing resilient, sustainable, and livable communities.
Read more about the programUtility of the Future Partners
Five organizations have partnered to extend the reach of this program.
- Water Environment Federation
- Water Research Foundation
- National Association of Clean Water Agencies
- WateReuse Association
- U.S. Water Alliance
Past Honorees
Since its inception in 2016, the UotFT program has recognized 241 utilities and continues to grow, and we hope to continue that trend.
Have questions? Email us at UtilityRecognition@wef.org
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