Competitions, celebrations, professional sessions and more at ACE22

It’s an exhilarating Tuesday at the American Water Works Association’s (AWWA) 2022 Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE22) in San Antonio, Texas, with much more in store.

“5 Under 35” demonstrate capabilities of Water 2050 leaders

Five young professionals who go above and beyond in service to the American Water Works Association and their Section were honored as AWWA’s 2022 class of “5 Under 35” during today’s opening session of ACE22. The recipients are Chelsea Boozer, Ashley Evans Kent, Renee Lanza, Lauren Schuld and Tom Woodcock. Highlighted below are summaries of their water sector leadership, as well as their thoughts on Water 2050 – AWWA’s “visioneering” effort to imagine the water future we want to create. 

Teamwork and training sustain pipe tapper through health challenge

For water professionals, competing in a team event such as Pipe Tapping, Top Ops, Hydrant Hysteria or Meter Challenge is a fun opportunity to fine-tune their skills, enjoy the camaraderie of colleagues and share the excitement of putting their best effort on the line.

A path to Water 2050 begins at ACE22

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) today kicked off its Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE22) in San Antonio, Texas, by launching a multi-year initiative to visualize the future of water and chart a course for sustainability and success.

Oregon WIFIA award helps growing region become more sustainable

The secret is out: Beaverton, Ore., is a great place to live. The challenge now is how city leaders plan to continue to provide services, including water, for the growing urban area.

Extreme weather events test resiliency of Washington public utility district

Between an extreme summer drought and a fall flood and landslide, managing the water and wastewater systems in Clallam County, Wash., last year required some fast action and problem solving.

AWWA Member Spotlight – Brian Wheeler, retired executive director, Toho Water Authority

Brian Wheeler oversaw the formation of Toho Water, a regional water authority based in Kissimmee, Fla., by a special act of the Florida Legislature in 2003 and retired in 2018 as its founding executive director. In April 2022, the utility dedicated its administration building in his honor, as a testament to his hard work and perseverance.

In-person or online, ACE22 a not-to-miss experience for water professionals

For the first time in its 141-year history, the American Water Works Association’s (AWWA) Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE) is available to both those who attend in-person and those who join online.

AWWA Comment Period on ANSI/AWWA C904 – Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pressure Tubing, 1/2 In. Through 3 In., for Water Service

AWWA Member Spotlight – Barry King, PE, PMP, Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority

Position: Director of Engineering and Construction