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 As the kickoff for WEFTEC® 2017, the Opening General Session sets the tone for the annual technical exhibition and conference. The 90th WEFTEC will introduce changes to this event.
For the updated event, the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) combines traditional Opening General Session programming with the popular Great Water Cities session. On Oct. 2, attendees can gather to hear a keynote address from acclaimed educator Fredi Lajvardi as well as a series of presentations from urban water leaders from around the world.
Volunteer for the 10th WEF Community Service Project Leave a lasting mark on Chicago during WEFTEC® 2017. When registering, attendees can sign up for the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) Service Project to help build an outdoor learning space for students at Manierre Elementary School (Chicago).
Gaining a Dutch Education on Infrastructure
Trip to the Netherlands provides an international view of water
 Jen McDonnell, director of sales and marketing for Casella Organics (Saco, Maine), traveled to the Netherlands in June as part of her studies while pursuing a master’s degree. In this column, the Water Leadership Institute alumni describes the experience that expanded her view of infrastructure.
During Session No. 415, A Long Time Ago in a Galaxy Far, Far Away: Stormwater Design Out of This World, Gordon MacDonald will talk about stormwater challenges encountered during the design and construction of one of the longest floating bridges in the world, located in Washington state.
 As president of the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.), it’s been an absolute privilege to travel throughout North America and across the world to represent WEF’s interests. This past year, I have had the honor of engaging our members and connecting with our strategic partner organizations.
Most of WEF’s efforts focus on supporting members’ search for solutions to infrastructure investments and water quality improvements in the U.S. But we also must acknowledge our role and responsibility to support the broader community of water professionals solving global issues.
James Crook, an independent environmental engineering consultant, will cover the history of water reuse at WEFTEC® 2017. During Session No. 221, Hot Topics in an Expanding Water Reuse Market, Crook will give one of several concise water reuse presentations that will be followed by a question-and-answer session.
The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) has been publishing its member newsletter, WEF Highlights, for more than 50 years. Editor Jennifer Fulcher shares some of the history behind the publication. |
August 31, 2017
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