Water Utilities Recognized for Future-Focused Initiatives

Thirty-two water utilities are being recognized for their leadership in community engagement, watershed stewardship and recovery of resources such as water, energy and nutrients. The Utility of the Future Today recognition celebrates the achievements of forward-thinking, innovative water utilities that are providing resilient, value-added service to communities. The Utility of the Future framework provides a model for utilities of all sizes to achieve more efficient operations, enhanced productivity, and long-term sustainability. The recognition program component, Utility of the Future Today, was launched in 2016 by four water sector organizations — the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), the Water Environment Federation