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New WEF Publication Offers Guidance on Modeling Tools and Capabilities

February 11, 2020

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Selecting the best-suited model to support stormwater projects can be complicated. Today’s water quality managers must not only be able to predict peak flow rates, runoff volumes, and receiving water quality, they must also navigate stringent regulatory requirements and varying levels of resources. The Water Environment Federation’s (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) newest publication, Stormwater, Watershed, and […]

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WEF Eco Members Mark Drains to Aid Local Stormwater Outreach Efforts

November 20, 2019

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Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) staff members (from left) Katherine Saltzmann, Brad Lovett, Ronnetta Zack-Williams, and Maggie Siddle joined the City of Alexandria in marking 52 storm drains around WEF headquarters, indicating to residents that anything that goes down the drain empties directly into local waterways. Will Fowler/WEF

Members of the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) WEF Eco program participated in the City of Alexandria’s storm-drain marking program on Nov. 4. Participants marked 52 drains near WEF headquarters with stickers that warn against illicit dumping. The program began through a citywide ordinance called the “Only Rain Down The Drain Campaign,” according to […]

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Podcasts Share Insight into Water Topics from U.S. to Saudi Arabia to Australia

April 21, 2019

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The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) “Words on Water” podcast series presents insights from leaders in the water sector. Stream online podcast episodes and download audio files on iTunes and the Android Words on Water app. In recent episodes: Mohammad Abdulatif, superintendent of the water operations division at Saudi Aramco (Dhahran, Saudi Arabia) and […]

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WEF Advances Green Infrastructure Through Stormwater Currency

March 28, 2019

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The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) Stormwater Institute joins other stormwater experts in implementing Stormwater Currency, a program that advances green infrastructure through market-based incentives. Municipalities need a sustainable source of funding to implement individual projects or comprehensive programs to successfully manage stormwater challenges. Stormwater Currency supports the development of sustainable funding programs that […]

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Ancient Engineering Lays Groundwork for Major Canal System in Arizona

March 27, 2019

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The ruins of the Ancient Hohokam irrigation system can be found at the Park of the Canals in Mesa, Ariz. Photo courtesy of George Noel.

The Hohokam Native American society flourished for almost 1500 years in what is today central Arizona. Part of that long, rich history can be attributed to a breakthrough water technology: canals. Beginning around 300 C.E., the Hohokam people settled the arid desert environment of the Gila and Salt River Valley, an area that encompasses present-day […]

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Attend the Inaugural Stormwater and Green Infrastructure Symposium

March 26, 2019

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Join leaders in stormwater and green infrastructure management at the inaugural Stormwater and Green Infrastructure Symposium. The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) hosts this event to bring thought-leaders together, sharing information and deepening their technical knowledge in the field. The symposium offers an opening general session, 15 interactive sessions, 3 workshops, and other networking […]

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Angela Lee Testifies on the Importance of Water Services Before U.S. Congress

March 19, 2019

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On Feb. 7, Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) member Angela Lee sat before members of the U.S. Congress to discuss the water sector’s need for infrastructure funding programs. The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure invited representatives from various industries to attend the hearing, “The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing […]

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Leaders Discuss Everything from Reuse to Communication to Financing in WEF Podcasts

February 24, 2019

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The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) “Words on Water” podcast series presents insights from leaders in the water sector. Stream online podcast episodes and download audio files on iTunes and the Android Words on Water app. In recent episodes: Gilbert Trejo, chief technical officer for El Paso (Texas) Water, discusses the utility’s direct potable […]

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