"AWWA members always amaze me. It seems like the harder the challenges get, the more confident and optimistic our members become. It’s clear there are some significant hurdles in front of us – from infrastructure replacement to resource challenges to new contaminants to cybersecurity concerns – but water professionals never blink, they simply find ways to solve the problems in front of them and keep providing the world's most vital resource to their communities."

David LaFranceAWWA CEO

"In the face of water supply issues, accelerated climate change, and other challenges, it is incumbent upon the water community to develop a bold, creative and long-range strategic plan that assures a robust water future; such is the premise of Water 2050. I am confident that through this effort and those of all our water community members, we will create a future water landscape that is both sustainable and resilient."

Joe JacangeloAWWA President

“Planning for clean, reliable and affordable water supplies has become increasingly complex and the future threatens to be even more uncertain. Our approaches to planning and management must continue to evolve to face modern day challenges. Fortunately, the industry is ripe with the brilliance, passion and dedication needed to drive meaningful change. We have unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of our communities through sustainable and resilient solutions that place value on the entire water cycle and balance ecosystem and human needs."

Jessica FritscheCarollo Engineers Senior Water Resource Planner

"Climate change is not just a threat to our water future, it's a present risk to water utilities. All water utility business functions are impacted, including, of course, reliability and quality of sources. The American Water Works Association and its volunteers are promoting sustainable and equitable water management practices, practical planning strategies that include formal assessment of climate risks, and innovative solutions critical in safeguarding our most precious natural resource for generations to come."

Enrique LopezcalvaGlobal Practitioner for Water Resources and Resilience at Jacobs

“These are exciting times for the world of infrastructure funding. Not since the 1970s have we seen such levels of low-cost capital funding available for water, sewer and stormwater projects in areas supporting resiliency and sustainability. Monies are specifically allocated for disadvantaged systems, energy incentives for sustainable solutions, and addressing lead/copper lines and ‘forever chemicals.’ When federal funding has been insufficient or unavailable, we see more community-based partnerships stepping in to support local needs. We are seeing progress, but as wonderful as this may be, it is still not enough for us to close the funding gap."

Ann BuiBlack & Veatch Senior Managing Director, Global Advisory – Rates & Regulatory Business Area Lead

"Partnerships and collaborations are fast becoming viable answers to workforce challenges and keys to developing a ‘Workforce of the Future Pipeline’ and successful ‘Grow Your Own’ programs. Partnerships include colleges, trade schools for apprenticeship programs, high schools for internships, regional collaborations such as Baywork, veterans’ groups, and other utilities. AWWA is an excellent resource for accessing research, programs, conference and other tools to help fill the workforce toolbox."

Cindy GoodburnCindy Goodburn Consulting

“Achieving compliance with the existing and ever-evolving regulations require water utilities to adapt a multi-faceted, collaborative approach to address the complex interconnected challenges and to further protect public health. AWWA and its members are instrumental in developing industry guidance and informing policies to enhance the safety, reliability, and affordability of water services. Continuing to leverage the water community’s collective knowledge and experience to shape the regulatory landscape is crucial for developing sustainable and equitable solutions for the future."

Lauren WasserstromJacobs National Practice Leader for Lead and Copper Rule Compliance