WEF Highlights

Nearly 350 water professionals have gained in-demand career skills as graduates of the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Virginia) Water Leadership Institute program since its introduction in 2012. Join them by applying for the Water Leadership Institute Class of 2021 by January 14, 2021. “The Water Leadership Institute is an instrumental program for the development […]

On June 1, the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) published the first episode of Take It From The Top, a new series from the Words on Water podcast that features perspectives from past-and-present WEF leaders. Take It From The Top provides listeners the opportunity to benefit directly from the experiences of accomplished professionals at […]

The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) Volunteer Service Recognition Program honors members who significantly contribute to the successes and achievements of WEF by serving on a WEF committee of the WEF House of Delegates. The WEF Committee Leadership Council and WEF House of Delegates started the program to recognize outstanding volunteers. This year as […]

Water sector professionals looking to develop leadership skills have a new opportunity. The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) Integrated Leadership Webcast Series provides these individuals a chance to learn on their own time. The new online course provides access to a series of recorded webcasts used by WEF’s Water Leadership Institute. Participants also can […]

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: Mark Schleifstein, environmental reporter for The Times-Picayune (New Orleans), discusses several issues he has covered […]

The Georgia Association of Water Professionals (GAWP) is brimming with members who have a wealth of knowledge about water. Once these individuals have been members of GAWP for 25 years, they automatically become members of a select committee and earn a new title: guru. The GAWP Guru committee has nearly 600 members. While only 15 […]

The upcoming Design–Build for Water/Wastewater Conference 2019 showcases the latest water sector trends on this innovative project delivery method and features dynamic speakers and networking events. The conference will cover the topics of market trends, innovations, partnerships and joint ventures, lessons learned and case studies, communication, leadership, best practices, applying theory, procurement and managing risks, […]

The topics of membership, engagement, and workforce development will take center stage at the 2019 Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) Member Association Exchange (WEFMAX) meetings. WEF volunteers are invited to attend these meetings to engage in open discussions, share thoughts and ideas, ask questions, and provide solutions. WEF leaders and staff will attend each […]