Water Utility Executive

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In its bi-monthly Water Utility Executive, AMWA focuses on utility management issues: information inspiring new management thinking, innovations impacting water operations, trends influencing executive leadership, and resources supporting best management practices.

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Water Utility Executive September - October 2021

Last call to register for AMWA’s fall conference

Dynamic agenda to address a wide range of topics for utility leaders.

Register for AMWA’s September 23 webinar on pandemic-related construction delays

Utility leaders will learn about mitigation strategies during the free event.

50 new requests totaling $8.8 million submitted for WIFIA funding

EPA received applications from potential borrowers in 25 states.

December forum spotlights a gamut of resiliency strategies

Thought leaders and subject matter experts will discuss effective approaches.

UNC report highlights federal COVID-19 relief programs for utilities

Fact sheets summarize a variety of available assistance options.

WUCA climate adaptation report covers a suite of climate adaptation actions for utilities

Collection of leading practices also promotes collaborative learning.

Past Issues

July - August 2021

Robust agenda planned for AMWA’s 2021 executive management meeting

Fitch Ratings report shows financial strength of water systems

Assessment provides point-in-time data of Fitch-rated public utilities.

New resilience strategies to be offered at in-person forum

New report offers perspectives on a collaborative approach to equity

Policies and programs benefitting water utilities are also examined.

CIFA fact sheet details Drinking Water SRFs spending on green projects

Information clears up misconceptions about SRFs.

EPA webinar on utilities building, maintaining workforce partnerships

Recruitment initiatives at the local and state levels will be discussed.

Utilities invited to participate in Imagine a Day Without Water

May - June 2021

Cyber events pose potential credit risk to water utilities

Fitch Ratings, federal credit rating agency, published a new advisory.

Time to submit 2021 AMWA awards applications

June 18 deadline rapidly approaching.

EPA announces $300 million in WIFIA loans

Projects will include upgrades to drinking water and wastewater systems.

Meeting the moment: a webinar on the urgency to invest in water systems

Join the VOW event on this Friday, May 14.

Water utilities share telework policies

Pandemic plans and other resources provided on AMWA’s website.

VOW national poll reveals water infrastructure is a top priority for voters

Views on water safety, support for federal investment are also shared.

Digitization: an imperative for a more resilient water future

By Rich Loeffler, Client Solutions Manager at Xylem

March - April 2021

AMWA’s policy conference speakers provide priorities

"Building back better" with affordability, climate, and infrastructure priorities.

Pittsburgh water equity roadmap released

Report includes strategies for equitable water management.

WIFIA annual report touts $4 billion in infrastructure investments

Report includes snapshots, statistics, and highlights from closed loans.

Raftelis highlights water sector financial trends in INSIGHT webinar

The webinar recording is available online.

DOE awards $27.5 million for 16 water projects

Projects aim to reduce carbon emissions and costs in water systems.

EPA promotes strategies for building a resilient water workforce

Webinars and case studies highlight efforts for a more sustainable future.

Bond buyers urged to put global warming into investment decisions

Record green bonds issuance causing markets to adapt.

2021 AMWA awards program deadline in June

Eligible utilities should submit applications soon.

January - February 2021

AMWA’s premier utility financial resource provides new insight

March webinar will examine the survey’s key findings and COVID-19 impacts.

AMWA launches 2021 awards program

AMWA encourages all eligible members to apply.

Leading voices on drinking water policy to headline AMWA event

Water utility executives will hear from legislators and officials on pertinent water issues.

AMWA welcomes new member

Indiana utility joins the association.

AMWA and NACWA announce new water affordability project

AMWA urges members to use campaign tools to connect with stakeholders.

EPA water affordability guide under review by the Biden administration

Guidance acknowledges drinking water cost to communities.

Recordings of December 2020 forum provide resilience strategies for water utilities

Hundreds participate in two-day event.

UK water sector plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2030

Road map provides strategies to reach target 20 years early.

Financial stability report acknowledges climate change risks

Federal Reserve takes steps to include climate change in its thinking.

November - December 2020

Last call for INSIGHT financial surveys

Deadline for submission is November 18.

AMWA announces new officers for 2021

Three new board members also welcomed.

AMWA 2020 Awards highlight outstanding utility management

Thirteen member utilities receive awards for exceptional performance.

Highlights from 2020 Executive Management Conference

Priority topics and issues for utility executives addressed.

EPA announces initiative to recruit and retain 21st century water workforce

Public-private sector collaboration highlighted.

Water sector leaders will explore response to future crises at resiliency forum

Reserve your spot for 2020 Water Utility Resilience Virtual Forum.

Members approve new AMWA water reuse policy resolution

Vote updates association’s guiding documents.

U.S. Water Alliance launches Water Equity Network

Utilities, cross-sector organizations collaborate to ensure water equity.

The Evolution of Water Utility Communications

by John Ruetten, President, Resource Trends, Inc.

September - October 2020

Virtual Executive Management Conference offers real water leadership development

October 13-14 agenda includes presentations, panels, and break-out discussions on critical water issues of 2020.

2020 INSIGHT survey now underway – time to update the financial database

Seventh biennial utility financial survey launched September 14, deadline is November 18.

EPA announces $5 billion in new WIFIA loans

Interested water utilities should submit a letter of interest by October 15.

New VOW and ASCE report highlights risks of water infrastructure underinvestment

Failing to invest in water infrastructure now will severely impact the economy in the future.

EPA develops water utility COVID-19 impact tool

Spreadsheet assists water utilities with maintaining financial resilience.

Imagine a Day Without Water raises public awareness

Hundreds of organizations expected to join October 21 national advocacy day.

EPA webinar on ways utilities can build a resilient workforce

Partnering with workforce boards can strengthen the water workforce.

July–August 2020

2020 INSIGHT survey to launch in September

Utility financial information resource to receive seventh update.

AMWA expands pandemic support for members

Work continues to advocate, provide resources, and maintain peer exchange.

World groups back post-pandemic green recovery

International organizations seek environmentally friendly stimulus spending on infrastructure.

Guidebook highlights benefits of water project partnerships, co-funding

Case study from Austin shows guidance in action.

Federal Reserve expands access to municipal liquidity

Up to $500,000 billion in short-term notes can be purchased through end of 2020.

Integrating Climate Change Adaptation with Engineering Practices

By Taylor Winchell, Water Resources Engineer, Denver Water, and Kavita Heyn, Climate Science & Adaptation Program Manager, Portland Water Bureau

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