Jack Bebee, General Manager of the Fallbrook Public Utility District, describes why he attends the Utility Management Conference

WEF Board of Trustees President Jackie Jarrell details proposed key changes to the Water Environment Federation's governing documents.

In December, we turned on a new website portal that collects most all WEF news content in a single place. We want to share why we made this improvement and what you can expect to see.

The challenges facing water are very well-known by those of us in the sector – aging infrastructure, limited public funds, a workforce headed for retirement, continued pollution, climate change and more are all on our minds. We also know that it is important for the public to be aware of how water is managed and that systems face these urgent challenges. The idea is that public awareness can be converted into public support that is vital for us.

What a year 2019 has been! Here’s a look at some of our favorite moments:

This past March after failing my New York State 4A Wastewater certification exam, I sat on my couch disappointed in myself. Then I got the email that I was accepted to the Water Leadership Institute.

Throughout the water sector, water professionals are mulling over the same questions-- how do we attract new talent and diversify our teams? How will we replenish our ranks after the retirement boom hits? As you’re reading this, someone is probably pondering these very questions and others. But what if the answer to those questions, or the inspiration for the next big idea was in a 280-character message splayed across your screen?

Our sector is facing enormous challenges, including aging infrastructure, population growth, pollution problems, affordability, and climate change impacts.

Until about four months ago, when it rained, I didn’t think of it being much more than nature’s way of watering lawns, crops, and outdoor weddings.

The Collection Systems Conference highlights challenges and innovative solutions and technologies that utilities across the nation are utilizing to proactively maintain and improve the efficiency of their collection system infrastructure.