Federal programs like WIFIA help keep water rates manageable and communities resilient. With low-interest loans, utilities can upgrade infrastructure before small issues become big emergencies. Learn more: news.awwa.org/4zLq5Hg #KeepFundsFlowing

Several plein air artists spent the day painting at the @vallecitoswater demonstration garden Among the results were a fresh perspective on conservation and a unique connection between a utility and its community. Read more in #AWWAConnections: news.awwa.org/4z216jb

Congrats to the 2026 graduates of TWLA! Over the past 10 months, these water professionals examined challenges facing the sector, exchanged ideas & experiences, and worked together to strengthen their leadership skills. We're excited to see what's next for these emerging leaders!

The 2026 TWLA cohort met in Denver for its final in-person workshop! They toured @DenverWater's LEED Platinum HQ and @CityofDenver's flood mitigation project. At @CSUSpur, workshops and presentations drew on 10 months of learning about water sector challenges & leadership.

An AWWA delegation to Korea explored advances in AI and water treatment, but the biggest takeaway may have been the value of learning from one another. Read more in #AWWAConnections. news.awwa.org/4yDzcsJ #BetterWorldthroughBetterWater

Are you a student in Xavier University’s Master of Science in Water Utilities Management program? Apply for a $5,000 scholarship designed to support the next generation of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater leaders! Applications close on Nov 6. news.awwa.org/4jNImPo

Cybersecurity starts before an attack. Some effective protections are built into utility infrastructure itself, not added later. Learn how utilities reduce risk and strengthen resilience in the latest #AWWAConnections. news.awwa.org/3VYJ0Qq #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Ready to become a Water Operator? AWWA’s Water Equation offers awards to help fund certification and continuing education opportunities so you can grow your career in water. Learn more: news.awwa.org/4A9zMAo

⏰ Early-bird rates for the Water Quality Technology Conference end October 23. Join us in Memphis, TN, from November 15–19 to learn about the latest research on PFAS, lead and copper, advanced treatment, and more. View the program and register: news.awwa.org/4hkN6th

Join the 2027 Water & Wastewater Leadership Center for unparalleled learning, collaboration, and growth.🚰 The 10-day residential learning experience at UNC will take place March 1-11, 2027. 📅Applications due November 20, 2026. 👉 Apply now: news.awwa.org/4dHTI3S

What would a day without water look like? From our daily routines to public health and safety, nearly every part of our lives depends on water. For #ImagineADayWithoutWater, we're spotlighting the value of water and the people and infrastructure that make it possible.

Stay ahead on PFAS regulations! 💧 Steve Via joins Alison Wuensch & Charlotte Mitchell Duyshart on The EFCN Podcast to discuss PFAS standards from policy and utility perspectives. 🎧 Listen: news.awwa.org/47cOfyp #AWWAinDC

Nominate an individual who has demonstrated exceptional volunteer service or support for Water Equation. Last year’s honoree was Ashok Dhingra. Nominations are now open and close December 31, 2026. To nominate visit: news.awwa.org/4APULZv

When critical wastewater equipment is too old for replacement parts, what’s next? Traverse City used State Revolving Fund financing to upgrade and protect public health. See how SRFs support communities in #AWWAConnections: news.awwa.org/47xlyw6

Join us for: Modern Utility Operations with Virtual Agents FREE Webinar, Sponsored and Presented by Hansen Technologies 📅 Date: October 13 🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. MT 🔗 Register: news.awwa.org/4zn3AII #awwaWebinars

Students, time is running out! There’s less than one month left to apply for AWWA scholarships for the 2027–2028 academic year. Don’t miss your chance to invest in your future and help shape the future of water. Applications close on November 6th. Apply: news.awwa.org/4jNImPo

Reliable water service is easy to take for granted until it's gone. This story from Ukraine shows how water pros, non-profits and other partners are restoring critical infrastructure and keeping water flowing during wartime. Read more in #AWWAConnections: news.awwa.org/4hNpfTd

Meet tomorrow’s water leaders! 💧 The Newark Watershed Science and Leadership Academy inspires grades 6-12 to explore STEM and their role in the water cycle. See how these changemakers are shaping our sector in #AWWAConnections: awwa.org/AWWA-Articles/new-j…

Source Water Protection Week is coming to a close. Thanks to the utilities & source water protectors who shared their work this week. Protecting the source takes many forms & many people working together. Thanks for following along! #ProtectTheSource! #SourceWaterProtectionWeek