Dine to Donate in Support of the Kate Biedron Memorial Fund | 10% of all eligible Dine In and To Go orders from the Nashua, NH Texas Roadhouse on November 4 will be donated to the Kate Beidron Memorial Fund. The cost of alcoholic beverages will not be included in donated funds. Please note, you must bring a printed copy of the flyer to the restaurant to ensure 10% of your bill will be donated to the Fund. | |
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There's Still Time to Register for the IT & Asset Management Fair | Join New England Water Works Association (NEWWA) and NEWEA on November 6 in Holliston, MA for the Information Technology & Asset Management Fair. The program features a combination of technical presentations and interactive learning stations. | | |
NEWEA Co-Hosting a Webinar with the WateReuse Association on November 7 | Join us for a webcast to hear about the history, practices, and challenges of water reuse in the Northeast. The session will cover two case studies of successful water recycling projects in the area, including the origins of the project, the partnerships, public outreach, funding, and permit considerations. NEWEA members can attend for free; contact Janice Moran for the code. | |
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The Residuals and Biosolids Conference is Next Week | The Northeast Residuals and Biosolids Conference is returning to Providence, RI November 13-14. This two-day conference includes a tour, a panel discussion, a networking reception, and a variety of technical sessions on PFAS, incineration, land application, and more. | | |
Stormwater Strategies Webinar Taking Place on November 19 | In this program, you will hear from experts on potential nutrient pollution reduction strategies. Panelists from both inside and outside our industry will discuss options for nutrient management and control. | |
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Next Poo and Brew is Happening on November 21 | Join us for a tour of the UMass Water and Energy Technology (WET) Center, followed by a networking event at Hangar Pub & Grill. Sponsorship opportunities are available. | | |
NEWEA's Industrial Wastewater Committee Hosting Conference and Tour | Registration is now open for a specialty conference with plant tours focusing on industrial pretreatment operations for brewery and laundry wastewater. Join us on December 10 in Portland, ME for technical discussions on pretreatment, as well as integrated wastewater management, direct potable reuse, and chemical feed basics. | |
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Scholarship Applications Open Until December 6 | NEWEA's Scholarship Committee is pleased to offer nearly $10,000 in scholarship funding to dedicated and aspiring water industry professionals studying at the undergraduate and graduate levels. All applications are due online by 3:00 PM on Friday, December 6, 2024. | | |
2025 Annual Conference Registration | |
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Registration is now open for our 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibit!
With 41 technical sessions, over 200 exhibit booths, student poster displays, and more, there are lots of opportunities to learn, network, and earn Training Contact Hours (TCHs).
Click the links below to learn more and prepare for this year's conference:
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2025 Spring Meeting Call for Abstracts | |
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NEWEA invites the submission of abstracts for the 2025 Spring Meeting!
This annual meeting consistently attracts more than 300 engineers, consultants, scientists, operators, and students, and features a variety of technical sessions, exhibitor displays, and the Operations Challenge competition. It provides an opportunity for professional exchange of information and state-of-the-art concepts in wastewater treatment and water environment issues.
Please consider submitting an abstract on water quality topics such as:
- Biosolids
- Infrastructure Funding
- One Water/Strategic Planning
- Operators’ Perspectives
- PFAS
- Resiliency
- Stormwater/Flood Detection
- Workforce Development
Abstracts are due by Friday, January 31, 2025.
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Enrollment for the Young Professionals Committee's Mentoring Program is now open!
This program was created with the goal of forming a working relationship between those in the beginning of their water industry careers and seasoned professionals.
The program will involve a commitment from mentors and mentees from January 2025 until January 2026. During that time, it is requested that mentors and mentees have an in-person or phone meeting at least once every three months. A new class of mentees will be enrolled at the start of each cycle, but mentees and mentors are encouraged to maintain contact beyond completion of the program at the 2026 Annual Conference.
Submit an application by December 13, 2024 to be considered for this cycle of the program.
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Join WEF's Water Leadership Institute Cohort of 2025 | |
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The Water Leadership Institute program educates, trains, and provides opportunities that enable developing and emerging leaders to build strong, lasting relationships within the water sector. Participants engage in management training and leadership development through a blended learning approach that includes the examination of complex challenges facing the water and wastewater sectors and networking with public and private sector practitioners.
The 2025 Application Period is Now Open through 11:59 pm PT on January 16th!
Learn more and apply.
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Connecticut: CTWEA's Operations Forum, formerly the Mangers Forum, will be held on February 14, 2025 in Plantsville, CT. The meeting agenda and registration information will be posted to CTWEA.org soon.
Maine: MEWEA's 2025 Clean Water Week Poster Contest is now accepting submissions. Any Maine student grades 1-12 can submit for the chance to win by March 21, 2025.
Massachusetts: Save the date for MAWEA's next Quarterly Meeting on December 4. This event will be taking place virtually. More information will be posted to MAWEA.org soon.
New Hampshire: The 2024 NHWPCA Winter Meeting, taking place on December 6, includes a tour of Merrimack's recently completed upgrades to their WWTF, presentations, a lunch buffet, and a holiday raffle.
Rhode Island: RICWA's 2024 Holiday Party is happening on December 6.
Vermont: The 2024 GMWEA Fall Tradeshow, taking place this Thursday, November 7 in South Burlington, VT, will feature sessions, over 90 exhibitors, and lunch.
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NEWEA's sixth annual Online Holiday Auction is now open for bidding!
This auction, which will be live for the entire month of November, features a variety of gift cards and passes to hotels, restaurants, and entertainment around New England. This auction aims to raise funds for continued and expanded programming to support New England water professionals and protect our region's water environment.
Bids will be recorded throughout November, and winning bids will be determined when the auction closes at 11:59 pm on November 30. Each item will be sold to the highest bidder, and winning bidders will receive their purchased item(s) via mail or email during the month of December.
Check out our auction site to start bidding!
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