Water community rushes to Calgary’s aid amid water crisis In times of crises, water utilities stand together to support public safety and reliable service. This was the case recently when the City of Calgary’s water infrastructure suffered a critical blow. June 27, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
Report highlights water challenges: aging infrastructure, capital improvement financing Aging water infrastructure and the ability to secure financing for capital improvements continue to be among the top challenges that North American water systems grapple with, according to the American Water Works Association's (AWWA) newly-released 2024 State of the Water Industry (SOTWI) report. June 27, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
AWWA Water Champion – Sandy Smith, Cleveland, Georgia Sandy Smith, national manager of sales, service, testing and business development for Burnett, Inc., was recognized at ACE24 for his “Outstanding Service to AWWA.” He has been an influential volunteer with AWWA and the Georgia Section, including as GAWWA Section Chair and member of the AWWA Board of Directors, the Water Utility Council, and current president of the Water Buffalos. June 26, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA embraces water sector leadership in new 2030 Strategic Plan A new five-year strategic plan adopted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) prioritizes member experience, best practices for the water community and long-term sustainability. June 26, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Training, skills, dedication on display at ACE24 competitions Amid cheering and high-fives, the water community celebrated its top contenders during the past week’s hard-fought competitions at the American Water Works Association’s (AWWA) Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE24) in Anaheim, California. June 13, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA, AMWA file petition for review of U.S. EPA’s new PFAS rule The American Water Works Association (AWWA) and the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) on June 7 filed a petition for a judicial review of the recently finalized PFAS Drinking Water Rule. June 13, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
Love of learning, contributing motivates new AWWA president Cheryl Porter discovered her love for data, numbers, and the world of science through an encouraging high school chemistry teacher and a summer research program at the University of Michigan. June 12, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Big D Lady Tappers aiming for fifth-straight pipe tapping title The Big D Lady Tappers have built a Texas-sized pipe tapping dynasty. And they’re not done. June 5, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
“5 Under 35” award highlights exceptional water sector Young Professionals Five Young Professional members of the American Water Works Association were honored as the 2024 "5 Under 35" during today's opening session at ACE24. Below are highlights of their contributions to the water sector (listed in order of how they are pictured from left). June 5, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
State of the Water Industry 2024: Source water protection takes center stage Protecting drinking water at its source has become the water sector's top priority, according to the American Water Works Association's (AWWA) 2024 State of the Water Industry (SOTWI) report. The report, based on a survey of more than 2,400 water professionals conducted in late 2023, provides timely insights into the sector’s challenges and priorities. June 5, 2024 Connections Article Read More >