AWWA and partners send PFAS letter to U.S. Congress With members of the U.S. Congress on recess through Labor Day, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and other water sector organizations continue to prepare for upcoming legislative discussions related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. August 15, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
New envoi platform provides immediate digital access to AWWA Standards American Water Works Association (AWWA) utility and service provider members who currently receive AWWA Standards on CD or in print as part of their member benefits package will soon be the first to access a new digital platform – envoi. August 15, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
ACWWA leading climate change adaptation effort The Atlantic Canada Section of the American Water Works Association (ACWWA) has launched a project to address the impacts of climate change on water and wastewater infrastructure design. August 15, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA Member Spotlight -- Michaela Rempkowski, PE, Wichita, Kansas Job title and employer: Staff Chemical Engineer, Water Global Practice, Burns & McDonnell August 15, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
New AWWA workshop targets small water systems’ challenges, opportunities With seven pilot training sessions complete and a new trainer on board, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) is launching a free workshop for small systems to be delivered through local Sections. August 1, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Renowned AWWA journal updated for easier reading The American Water Works Association (AWWA) is unveiling an updated look this month for its flagship publication that has served as the voice of the water sector since 1914. August 1, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA’s Mehan promotes successful partnership between water and agriculture The water sector’s vital partnership with agriculture to protect source water, the environment, and human health was highlighted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) this week at the Soil and Water Conservation Society's International Annual Conference. August 1, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA mentors share strategies for navigating water industry careers Many of David Lawlor’s classmates have family members in the engineering field who can guide them on career issues outside of the classroom. August 1, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
PFAS amendments part of U.S. Congress’ current debate on Defense Authorization This summer the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate passed different versions of a National Defense Authorization Act for 2020, and both versions include a variety of amendments related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. July 18, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Philadelphia Water seeks surge in tap water enthusiasts To increase local support for drinking home-town tap water instead of bottled water, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) and three partner nonprofit organizations have launched the Drink Philly Tap Coalition. July 18, 2019 Connections Article, Publications Read More >