Entries Tagged Public Awareness

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What’s in the Water? The Most Unique Minerals by Region

What Would Happen if We Stopped Treating Water?

The World’s Weirdest Water Treatment Methods

Surviving Without a Plant: How Small Towns and Remote Areas Make It Work

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The Power of Partnerships: How Operators and Local Schools Can Team Up

February 17, 2025

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What’s Your Treatment Plant Superpower?

September 13, 2024

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Harnessing Social Media for Treatment Plants: A New Wave of Engagement

September 11, 2024

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Examples of Successful Community Involvement in Infrastructure Upgrade Projects

September 09, 2024

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August 01, 2024

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Meet 'Bruce the Water Guy,' an Operator Shining a Light On Treatment

Bruce Royce, wastewater treatment plant manager for Midland, Michigan, shares his expertise and knowledge on YouTube

February 21, 2023

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Flagship Innovation Contest Draws Students From 47 Countries to Solve Water Challenges

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This Utility's Mobile Tap Trailer Proves That Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Flattery

A Lake Michigan city’s Traveling Tap water wagon provides municipal water to supplant bottled water for attendees at city events.

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Here Are a Few Ways to Mark the 50th Anniversary of a Classic Environmental Observance

Three utilities celebrate Earth Day in unique ways by partnering with a city, nonprofit and university.

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A Children's Book Takes Wing as a Potent Tool for Water Education

A new book from two WEF staffers takes kids on a journey to discover the importance of water and the professionals who take care of it.

October 16, 2019

When High-Quality Tap Water Is Available, Why Buy It in Bottles?

When High-Quality Tap Water Is Available, Why Buy It in Bottles?

The world is awash in plastic trash. Activists are railing against drinking straws. Meanwhile, bottled water occupies entire aisles in our stores.