AWWA, EPA shining spotlight on water reuse As global water supplies face increasing pressure from population growth, urbanization, drought and climate change, water reuse -- and increasingly potable water reuse -- is emerging as one viable remedy. January 30, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA Board elects officers; Dr. Chi Ho Sham new president-elect Dr. Chi Ho Sham, a 30-year member of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and chair of the Technical & Educational Council and Stormwater Utility Management Committee, is the Association’s next president-elect. January 30, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Benchmarking a key tool for long-term utility success Charleston Water System. Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority. Sweetwater Authority. Columbus Water Works. These are a few of the water utilities that have increased their long-term success by participating in the American Water Works Association’s (AWWA) Utility Benchmarking Program. January 30, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA Member Spotlight – George Hanson, Lusby, Md. Job title and employer: General Manager, CEO, Chesapeake Ranch Water Company, a public community water supply system serving nearly 10,000 residents in Chesapeake Ranch Estates. (Photos courtesy of George Hanson) January 30, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA guide helps utilities build trust in changing media world In today’s digital media environment, water utilities must compete with many voices seeking to influence how customers feel about their water quality and service. January 16, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Challenge accepted: Florida city revitalizing century-old water system In a bold step forward, the City of Tampa -- Florida’s third-largest city -- is undertaking the most massive public works project in the city’s history, one that will transform the 100-year-old water and wastewater infrastructure serving its population of 630,000. More than 550 miles of deteriorating pipes will be replaced with a sustainable system over the next 20 years. January 16, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
India’s water professionals learn and share solutions at AICE19 Brought together by a shared commitment to safe water, about 260 water professionals attended the third annual AWWAIndia’s conference and exhibition (AICE19) promoting total water solutions, held Dec. 13-14 in Mumbai, India. January 16, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA Member Spotlight -- Mike Ramsey, Westmont, Ill. When Mike Ramsey enrolled at Illinois State University 33 years ago, his career aspirations had nothing to do with water. Fortunately for the many he’s inspired since then, his plans changed. January 16, 2020 Connections Article, Publications Read More >