WaterSmart Innovations 

Workshops provide in-depth, hands-on comprehensive learning opportunities. Registration and additional fee are required to attend the workshop(s), these items are not included in the full conference registration.

Facility tours offer an additional opportunity for hands-on learning. Registration and additional fee are required to attend the tour(s), these items are not included in the full conference registration.

T1 — Hoover Dam Private Hard Hat Tour Tour is limited to 40 attendees – Sold Out.

Tuesday, September 24th | 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tour T1 is now sold out. Hoover Dam tour attendees are to meet outside on the Valet Drive starting at 7:15 a.m. The bus departs the hotel at 7:30 a.m. and will arrive back at the hotel approx. 12:00 p.m. Additionally, note that the bus will leave the park at 11:00 a.m. for your convenience.

T2 — Clark County Wetlands 2-Hour Park Tour is limited to 40 attendees
Tuesday, September 24th | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The Clark County Wetlands Park (Wetlands Park) is a 2,900-acre nature preserve built around the Las Vegas Wash (a channel connecting the Las Vegas Valley to Lake Mead) is fed by reclaimed water, urban runoff, shallow groundwater and stormwater. A critical part of the region’s water conservation efforts, this park is a monument to long-term collaboration between government, business, and the public.

Wetlands tour attendees are to meet outside on the Valet Drive starting at 8:00 a.m. The bus will depart the hotel promptly at 8:15 a.m., returning around 12:00 p.m. Additionally, note that the bus will leave the park at 11:30 a.m. for your convenience.

PCW08 — MIX, MINGLE & NETWORK WORKSHOP | Tuesday | 3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Elevate your communication game. Are you ready to enhance your skills as a rising water leader? Join our dynamic workshop, where you will be equipped with essential communication skills and have the opportunity to flex your newfound abilities with industry leaders. Whether you are job hunting, networking, or aiming to leave a lasting impression, this workshop is your ticket to success. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided by AWWA’s YP Program. Reserve your spot now.

Lunch with a Boss | Wednesday | Exhibit Hall | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Students and young professionals are welcome to attend this conference event to network with the industry’s leading professionals. This is your chance to learn what day-to-day is really like in the roles you aspire to fill. Perhaps you will find a career path you have not considered, find new skillsets to achieve, or find a mentor. Bring your business cards and resumes, this is an informal meet and greet during lunch. Open to the first 30 that sign up. (lunch provided)

Student Poster Competition | Wednesday | Exhibit Hall | 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Want to see what students around the country are discovering in water? Join us for this student poster competition to learn what research, processes, and techniques are emerging from the brightest of students! This is a great time to watch their presentations and ask your questions that may help you in your research challenges.

WaterSense Awards Luncheon | Thursday | Grand Ballroom | 11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
WaterSense partners contribute to the program’s success by enhancing the market for water-efficient products, practices, and services. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will announce this year’s Sustained Excellence Award winners, WaterSense Partners of the Year, and Excellence Award winners for helping to advance and promote WaterSense and water efficiency throughout 2024.

For Student and YP questions, email Mary Svoboda at msvoboda@awwa.org.

Additional details and agendas will be available within the online program.

AWWA will provide Certificates of Completion for sessions and workshops. Use the conference mobile app to track your session attendance by downloading “AWWA Events” from your app store, then entering posted check-in and check-out codes at the beginning and conclusion of each session.

How to Access Certificates of Completion

Important Note: All approvals are at the discretion of your licensing agency, and a Certificate of Completion does not guarantee that your agency will award you credit. It is the individual’s responsibility to contact the licensing agency to confirm that the education program is acceptable for continuing education credit. Visit awwa.org/credits to learn more.

Please allow 30-60 days for certificate processing time. For login assistance, call 800.926.7337 or email service@awwa.org. For certificate discrepancies or continuing education questions, email EducationServices@awwa.org.

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