Tuesday, June 11 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Join us for the annual session presented by the Association of Environmental Engineering & Science Professors.
Wednesday, June 12 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Mix and mingle with the newest water sector members and thought leaders; location to be announced.
Tuesday, June 11 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Welcome to the 2024 Exposition! Join us immediately following the Opening General Session for dedicated time with exhibitors.
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
You’ve worked hard today! Take this opportunity to unwind, network and explore the ACE exhibit hall. One complimentary beverage ticket will be attached to your badge.
Tuesday, June 11 | 1:00 – 1:45 pm
Moderator: David LaFrance, AWWA CEO
Panelists:
Jennifer McLain, USEPA, Director of the Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Andrew Sawyers, USEPA, Director of the Office of Wastewater Management
Join us for this interactive discussion to cover EPA’s perspective a variety of relevant topics in the water sector, as well as recognize the 50th Anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act. You will not want to miss this opportunity for discourse with key EPA regulators and the chance to have your questions addressed.
Tuesday, June 11 | 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
Pre-registration required
Stop by to learn how to maximize your conference experiences and develop lasting connections.
Wednesday, June 12 | 5:30 – 7:00 pm
All ACE24 attendees from overseas are welcome at this special reception to celebrate and network together. Location to be announced.
Wednesday, June 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
ACE Exhibit Hall, Booth 1972
An event for collaboration and networking between employers and aspiring water professionals. Get a professional headshot. Ask a professional for feedback on your resume.
Companies interested in participating, contact Karen Pacyga at kpacyga@awwa.org.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Anaheim Convention Center
Join your fellow ACE24 Attendees for an exciting Opening General Session!
AWWA is please to welcome Pat Mulroy as our keynote speaker. She is a true water visionary and the former General Manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority. Her talk will touch upon our most critical water challenges, a vision for the future, and celebrate the past accomplishments of the water community.
AWWA CEO David LaFrance notes that Pat Mulroy is “known for her unwavering dedication to assuring safe, sustainable water supplies through bold, innovative solutions, a commitment to collaboration and sheer grit. Her remarkable career serves as a model for future generations of leaders.”
We look forward to Pat's thought-provoking keynote and kicking off an excellent week of water insights!
Thursday, June 13 | 4:45 – 5:15 p.m.
Join your fellow ACE attendees to celebrate the world of water!
FREE and Open to All Attendees
Join AWWA leaders at the Presidential Gavel Passing ceremony to hear from incoming AWWA President, Cheryl Porter. The ACE Wrap Party kicks off immeditaly following. All attendees have two Wrap Party drink tickets attached to your badge.
Wednesday, June 12 | 8:30 a.m.
Details coming soon.
Tuesday, June 11 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Calling all young professional and student attendees to join us for this fun kickoff event! Meeting location within convention center to be announced.
Thursday, June 13 |11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Water 2050 Ideas into Action: Creating our Water 2050 Future
Water 2050 established a vision for a sustainable and resilient future for the water community. The diverse contributors to this initiative developed nearly 50 recommended actions for the water community to implement to transform this ambitious vision into reality – with recommendations grouped under 5 strategic themes, including Sustainability & Resilience. The Last Drop is dedicated to exploring how the water community can advance meaningful change to create our Water 2050 future.
Join us for an exploration of the future of water, featuring diverse panelists in engaging conversation with AWWA’s Director of Engineering & Technical Services, Barb Martin, covering future priorities, taking action, collaboration and partnerships, and breaking barriers to ensure a secure, sustainable, affordable, resilient, and innovative water future for all. The Last Drop provides attendees with the opportunity to join the conversation about Water 2050 and share their own thought-provoking questions about the future of water.
This session is sure to spark your imagination and leave you hopeful for the future of the water community!
Moderator:
Barb Martin – AWWA
Panelists:
Cristina Ahmadpour – Isle Utilities
Peter Gleick – Pacific Institute
Joseph Jacangelo – Stantec
Olga Morales-Pate – RCAP
Tuesday, June 11 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm
The A.P. Black Award was established in 1967 in honor of Dr. A.P. Black to recognize an individual who has made outstanding research contributions to water science and water supply practices over their career. The Tuesday Keynote Address will feature a presentation by the 2024 winner of this prestigious award.
Tuesday, June 11 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Ballast Point Brewing Company
Downtown Disney
Join Water For People and the California-Nevada Section of AWWA for an evening of connection for a good cause! On Tuesday, June 11 from 6-8pm enjoy brews and snacks at Ballast Point Brewing Company in Downtown Disney, while learning more about our work to solve the world water crisis. Thanks to our generous sponsors, all ticket proceeds benefit Water For People's work across nine countries in Latin America, India, and Africa.
Tickets are $30 USD in advance and $35 at the door. Grab yours: waterforpeople.org/socialsplashace
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 | Noon-1:15 p.m.
Anaheim Convention Center
Join us for our annual luncheon featuring a keynote address by world champion eco-challenge adventure racer and New York Times best-selling author, Robyn Benincasa.
Tickets $75 each, or $600 per table of ten
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WE RACE for Water commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Safe Water Drinking Act
Monday, June 10 | 7:30 - 10:00 a.m.
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ACE24 Golf Tournament at Anaheim Hills Golf Course
Monday, June 10 | 6:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Learn More & Register
Thursday, June 13 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. |
Join your fellow ACE attendees to celebrate the world of water!
FREE and Open to All ACE24 Attendees
Join AWWA leaders for the Presidential Gavel Passing ceremony. The ACE Wrap Party kicks off immeditaly following and is the perfect place to kick back, unwind and celebrate the water community. All attendees have two drink tickets attached to your badge. Join us!
Women’s Networking Coffee - AWWA Pavilion
Tuesday, June 11 | 10:00 – 11:00 am
MeetUp Lunch - Expo Café in the Exhibit Hall
Wednesday, June 12 | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Join us for these newtorking events in the ACE24 Exhibit Hall!