“5 Under 35” award showcases outstanding water sector Young Professionals Five Young Professional members of the American Water Works Association were honored as the 2023 "5 Under 35" during today's opening session at ACE23. Below, they summarize their key recommendation for ensuring a sustainable path to Water 2050. June 6, 2023 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA 2023 Volunteer of the Year – John J. Donahue John Donahue, former president of the American Water Works Association (AWWA), retired chief executive officer of North Park Public Water District, and current AWWA trainer, received AWWA’s 2023 Volunteer of the Year award during this morning’s Opening General Session of the Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE). He is a former director of the Illinois Section, which awarded him the George Fuller award in 2009, and served on the Water Utility Council and various AWWA committees. June 6, 2023 Connections Article Read More >
S.T.A.T.E. U. brings students, water leaders together to solve local environmental challenges Middle and high school students in Columbus, Georgia, have an opportunity each spring to wow local water leaders by presenting solutions to area challenges related to watershed protection, water quality, conservation and more. June 6, 2023 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Final Water 2050 think tank examines Social/Demographics issues The fifth and final think tank report from the Water 2050 initiative led by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) summarizes recommendations from a gathering that explored social/demographic issues and their impact on the future of water. June 1, 2023 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA Member Spotlight – Racquel Vaske, Saint Paul, Minnesota Racquel Vaske has been the assistant general manager of Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) since July 2021. Prior to that, she was the utility’s human resources manager for eight years. June 1, 2023 Connections Article Read More >
Legendary competitor looking forward to ACE23 Hydrant Hysteria To those who are in the know about all things involving Hydrant Hysteria – a fast-paced competition where two-member teams assemble a specific water hydrant as quickly as possible -- the name Bart Romero is considered legendary. June 1, 2023 Connections Article Read More >
Latest State of the Water Industry Report highlights continued optimism, preparedness Despite climate change-related challenges, aging infrastructure, threats to water supply, and other obstacles, the water community is feeling more optimistic and prepared to manage major issues and improve water operations, according to the most recent survey conducted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). June 1, 2023 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA members join roundtable associated with United Nations water conference In conjunction with this spring’s United Nations (UN) 2023 Water Conference, held in New York March 22-25, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) co-hosted an event with several of its international partners, including World Bank. May 18, 2023 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA Member Spotlight – James Okumu, City Utilities of Springfield, Missouri James Okumu left Kenya for the United States to pursue a water career and improve life for his family and those back home. He is a manager in water systems planning and engineering with City Utilities of Springfield, Missouri. May 18, 2023 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Utility’s investor ESG report updates community on sustainability, social impacts DC Water’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) report is making the utility more attractive to investors while boosting its transparency and credibility with customers, officials say. May 18, 2023 Connections Article, Publications Read More >