Tag Archives: Public health

WEF Compiles Ebola Resources and Offers Webcast Recording

December 15, 2014

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This colorized transmission electron micrograph reveals some of the ultrastructural morphology displayed by an Ebola virus virio. Photo courtesy of Frederick A. Murphy, Center for Disease Control (CDC) Ebola Outbreak 2014 Press Kit.

The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.), in collaboration with many water and public health organizations, has been seeking credible Ebola information to address concerns and questions within the water sector. Because there is limited data on the fate and transport of Ebola in wastewater collection systems, the organizations have reached out to appropriate federal […]

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WEF’s No-Charge Webcasts Cover Disinfection, Secondary Sedimentation, and Pipe Bursting

November 14, 2014

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Disinfection and Public Health Strategies in Developing Countries Developing countries need improved public health and disinfection services, especially after natural disasters. This webcast will provide a forum to discuss the most efficient and effective methods of providing these basic services in developing countries. Nov. 19, 1–3 p.m. (EST) Register now. Principals of Secondary Sedimentation Dec. […]

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Leaders Learn Valuable Lessons During Singapore International Water Week

July 29, 2014

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WEF contributes to scholarships for international water-sector education    Water-sector leaders received a unique opportunity to participate in Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) and gain an international perspective on how to ensure a continual supply of safe and reliable water in the future. The Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.), National Association of Clean Water […]

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Well in Tanzania Has Ripple Effect

March 26, 2014

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Before the well was constructed women and children walked 10 to 15 miles (16 to 24 km) one way to collect water from depressions in fields. Photo courtesy of Teleios Ministry.

Thirst and waterborne disease are daily threats for about 1 billion people worldwide who don’t have access to clean water, according to the World Health Organization (Geneva). Even though clean water is a prerequisite for health and economic activity, often it does not rank high on the agenda of aid agencies. However, a new well […]

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San Francisco’s Sewers Speak Out

March 24, 2014

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Public messaging campaign educates about wastewater treatment from sewer’s perspective   Advanced wastewater treatment systems around the world operate virtually undercover. They carry away wastewater, treat it to high standards, and release it back into the environment undetected by most customers. But, the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission sewer system is speaking out to educate […]

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Next Stop … Mr. Toilet House

August 14, 2013

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Mr. Toilet House in Suwon, South Korea was built by Sim Jae-duck, founder of the World Toilet Association (Hwaseong, South Korea). Photo courtesy of Lee Youn-sook, a manager of Mr. Toilet House.

Visit a toilet-shaped museum to learn about sanitation in South Korea   Looking for a unique vacation destination? Have an affinity for everything related to wastewater? Then look no further: Mr. Toilet House in Suwon, South Korea, offers visitors a variety of novelty photo ops and facts about toilets. The educational destination is housed in […]

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Presenting a United Front for Water Infrastructure Funding

May 8, 2013

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The National Water Infrastructure Summit featured a panelist of industry leaders discussing the importance of water infrastructure. Panel speakers included, from left, Brian T. Pallasch, American Society of Civil Engineers (Reston, Va.) managing director of government relations and infrastructure initiatives; Carter Strickland, New York City Department of Environmental Protection commissioner; George Hawkins, general manager of DC Water (Washington, D.C.); George R. Schink, managing director and principal of Navigant Economics; Harlan Kelly Jr., general manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission; and Howard Neukrug, commissioner of the Philadelphia Water Department. Photo courtesy of Allison O’Brien.

Leaders gather at National Water Infrastructure Summit to discuss needs and benefits for funding   Water industry leaders spoke passionately about water and the need for water infrastructure funding during the National Water Infrastructure Summit, held April 16 in Washington, D.C. A unified message of expanding innovation, increasing cooperation across the water sector, and garnering […]

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WEF Issues National WATER’S WORTH IT® Month Call to Action

April 23, 2013

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A billboard shows New Orlean's commitment to WATER'S WORTH IT month in October. WEF photo/Jennifer Fulcher.

In celebration of World Water Day 2013 on March 22, the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) issued a national call to action, asking communities across the United States to make WATER’S WORTH IT® Month proclamations. This new effort builds on the success of the larger WATER’S WORTH IT campaign and provides a unique way […]

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