Media Resources
Providing media professionals with the latest information about WEF activities, announcements, events, and public outreach initiatives
Media Contact
Heidi Bragg
Senior Director, Public Outreach and Communications
703-684-2465 - direct
hbragg@wef.org
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WEF's Communications Department does not accept or redistribute press releases. Please submit to WEF editors at news@wef.org.
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Reprint permission requests should be sent to
permissions@wef.org.
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For non-media inquiries, consult the Customer Service page.
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Press Badge Policy
Complimentary press registration for WEF events is reserved for credentialed media representatives only.
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Proof of media credentials is required. Examples include a business card (with editor, journalist, publisher, or another media-related title), a copy of press credentials, or a published bylined article. Marketing, sales, and any other non-media professionals are not eligible.
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Eligibile events and approvals of complimentary press registration are at the sole discretion of the Water Environment Federation.
Camera Policy
Photographing, videotaping, filming, or live-streaming the events of any WEF workshop, technical session, event, or in the exhibit halls is strictly prohibited. Any participant violating this policy will be required to relinquish the film or digital media and will be immediately removed from the conference. Media may contact WEF communications staff for authorization at WEF event.
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There is a separate policy and authorization form for WEFTEC, WEF's annual technical exhibition and conference.
Press Releases
WEFTEC Achieves EIC PLATINUM Sustainable Event Certification
The Events Industry Council announced today that WEFTEC 2024, an annual event hosted by the Water Environment Federation (WEF), has achieved PLATINUM level ...
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Water Sector Organizations Partner on Innovative Generative AI Research Project
Today, the American Water Works Association (AWWA), in collaboration with the Water Environment Federation (WEF) The Water Research Foundation (WRF) and Karmous ...
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Honoring Jimmy Carter
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, we will be honoring the legacy of former president Jimmy Carter, whose contributions to our nation and the world have left an ...
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WEF offers an assortment of conferences, webcasts, and other meetings and events. View the list of All Events
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24 - 26 Mar
2025 Winter Meeting
The WEF Winter Meeting primarily provides an opportunity for key volunteer committees to meet face-to-face and develop programming for WEFTEC, WEF's annual Technical Exhibition and Conference.
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02 - 04 Apr
WEFMAX in Oklahoma City 2025
Welcome to WEFMAX in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Registration is complimentary for all attendees. Guests are welcome to attend the Wednesday/Thursday socials at a fee of $100 US per guest. You will be able to pay for your guest when you register for WEFMAX.
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30 Apr - 02 May
WEFMAX in Salem in 2025
Welcome to WEFMAX in Salem, Massachusetts. Registration is complimentary for all attendees. Guests are welcome to attend the Wednesday/Thursday socials at a fee of $100 US per guest. You will be able to pay for your guest when you register for WEFMAX.
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08 - 09 Apr
National Water Policy Fly-In
The National Water Policy Fly-In will take place April 8 - 9, 2025. On Tuesday, attendees will gather to network and hear from key senior EPA and other government officials, and round out the day with friends and colleagues at the 2025 Water Week Reception. Wednesday will be reserved for attendees to meet with legislators on Capitol Hill.
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06 - 09 May
Residuals & Biosolids and Innovations in Treatment Technology 2025
Hear from professionals as they highlight new technologies, successful innovations, and current best practices. Get a real-world look at projects implemented, and participate in an interactive experience with equipment, technology, and service vendors that continue to improve efforts in providing high-quality infrastructure throughout the country.
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03 - 04 Jun
Wastewater Disease Surveillance Summit
Join your public health and water colleagues at the third annual Wastewater Disease Surveillance Summit, convened in support of the National Wastewater Surveillance System. Over the two days of this free event, you’ll hear presentations and panel discussions related to the entire lifecycle of wastewater surveillance programs—from sample collection to analysis, data use, and planning for the future—and have the opportunity to interact with other professionals in the field. This event is organized by the Water Environment Federation in cooperation with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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04 - 06 Jun
WEFMAX in Palm Springs 2025
Welcome to WEFMAX in Palm Springs, California. Registration is complimentary for all attendees. Guests are welcome to attend the Wednesday/Thursday socials at a fee of $100 US per guest. You will be able to pay for your guest when you register for WEFMAX.
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23 - 25 Jun
WEF/WateReuse 2025 Industrial Water Solutions
Water is the driving force behind industrial innovation and economic growth. Industrial Water Solutions, taking place June 23-25, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, brings together industry and utility leaders for two days of knowledge-sharing, networking, and collaboration to advance sustainable water management in industrial operations.
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15 - 18 Jul
Collection Systems & Stormwater 2025
This conference is hosted by the Water Environment Federation in partnership with the Water Environment Association of Texas. Save the date for the 2025 Collection Systems and Stormwater Conference!
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