Water sector professionals are invited to take a stand for water at the 2019 National Water Policy Fly-In. The event, held during Water Week 2019, provides an opportunity for attendees to engage directly with members of the U.S. Congress, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and other federal agencies. Participants will travel to Washington, D.C. to […]
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WEF Podcasts Examine Community Water Issues and Operator Resources
September 22, 2018
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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: Kishia Powell, commissioner of the City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management, talks about the […]
WEF Members Show Strength in Numbers at Water Policy Forum and Fly-In
May 28, 2014
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Water sector leaders gathered on Capitol Hill to show strong support for funding water infrastructure. A total of 184 professionals from around the U.S. registered to attend the 2014 National Water Policy Forum & Fly-In, held April 7–9, during the inaugural Water Week 2014 in Washington, D.C. The Fly-In, hosted by the Water Environment Federation […]
Learn How to Approach Affordability and Manage Resources in Integrated Planning Webcast
November 27, 2013
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Integrated Planning: Understanding How to Approach “Affordability” and Available Resources Dec. 4, 1 to 2:30 p.m. (EST) Register now. Each webcast offers Professional Development Hours. Check with your state accreditation agency to determine if you qualify for these credits. Access archived webcasts in the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) Knowledge Center. For more information, […]
Learn About Total Organic Compounds, Rate Structures, and More in WEF Webcasts
July 25, 2013
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Using TOC To Replace BOD Requirements Aug. 7, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) Register now. Creative Rate Structure and Affordability Program Options for Utilities Aug. 21, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) Register now. Towards a Renewable Future: Assessing Macro Nutrient Recovery as a Viable Treatment Alternative Sept. 4, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) Register now. User-Fee Funded Stormwater Utilities: Update to […]
WEF, Others Recommend Changes to U.S. EPA ‘Affordability’ Criteria
July 12, 2013
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has developed “affordability” criteria to relieve the economic stress on citizens that is the result of water-industry improvements made to meet federal regulations. But the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.), U.S. Conference of Mayors (Washington, D.C.), and American Water Works Association (Denver) have jointly submitted the brief “Assessing […]
WEF Joins Discussion of Municipal Wastewater and Stormwater Financial Capabilities
April 24, 2013
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On March 25, the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) staff and Linda Blankenship, chair of the WEF Government Affairs Committee’s Regulatory Subcommittee, met with staff from other organizations to discuss current understandings of key issues related to municipal affordability of wastewater and stormwater requirements. The discussion took place between WEF and representatives of the […]
February 22, 2019
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