California Water Association

Imagine a Day Without Water Today, we reflect on the importance of clean and reliable water. Whether it's for drinking, cooking, or maintaining public health, water is fundamental to our daily lives. At California Water Association (CWA), we are grateful for our members who work around the clock to ensure that communities across California have access to this essential resource. But ensuring a secure water future requires more than just daily operations—investing in water infrastructure is crucial to maintaining and upgrading systems that deliver clean water. Let’s continue to value, protect, and invest in water infrastructure to ensure no one ever experiences a day without water. #ImagineADayWithoutWater #ValueWater #CWACommunity #WaterInfrastructure #WaterConservation #SustainableWater #CleanWaterForAll

Nearly one million Californians can't turn on the tap for safe water to drink or take a shower. Prop 4 ensures all Californians can access clean water by cleaning up polluted water and strengthening supplies. Vote #YesonProp4 in November. yesonprop4ca.com

Timothy McLaughlin, Director of Supplier Diversity at San Jose Water, and Chair of the California Water Association Utility Supplier Diversity Program (USDP), recently attended CWA's Meet the Primes 2024 - a networking event to connect Primes, diverse vendors and water utilities. SJW is proud to foster an inclusive supply chain that benefits everyone. #SupplierDiversity #Networking #WaterUtility

It’s #GlobalHandwashingDay today! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend washing your hands for 20 seconds. If you sing the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice, that’s roughly 20 seconds. #CleanHandsAreWithinReach

One million Californians ❌ don't ❌ have access to safe drinking water, putting families & children at risk! #YesonProp4 ensures everyone has access to safe drinking water by investing in water recycling & conservation and improving dam and levee safety.

MUST READ discussing the critical role decoupling plays in promoting water conservation and affordability. Mary Ann Dickinson founder and past CEO of the Alliance for Water Efficiency and Tia Fleming, Co-Executive Director of the California Water Efficiency Partnership call on the California Public Utilities Commission to reject a flawed proposal that threatens to dismantle decoupling in Capitol Weekly.

On October 9, industry leaders came together to discuss opportunities for small and diverse businesses at the California Public Utilities Commission Small and Diverse Business Expo. CWA's own Tim McLaughlin, Director of Supplier Diversity at San Jose Water, and Craig Gott, President of Suburban Water Systems, spoke on the "Procurement Insights for Savvy Vendors" panel, offering valuable insight on how diverse and underrepresented vendors can engage with utilities to further shared goals and explore contract opportunities. This event provides an incredible platform for businesses to connect with utilities, public agencies, and resource centers, fostering growth through networking and collaboration. 

Join us at CWA’s annual summit for an insightful panel discussion on the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the water sector. As water utilities handle increasing volumes of data, the challenge lies in utilizing it to optimize decision-making. Our AI Revolution panel will explore how AI-driven analytics are revolutionizing areas like asset management, predictive maintenance, and regulatory compliance, helping water utilities make smarter, more strategic decisions. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the future of water management! #CWAAnnualSummit #WaterUtilities #watermanagement

Panel Spotlight: Securing the Future of Infrastructure | CWA Annual Summit Join us for an essential panel discussion about the future of water infrastructure investments. Economists, researchers, and banking leaders will share insights into the current state of the economy and how it impacts investments in water utilities, ensuring clean, safe, and reliable water service for generations to come. Panelists: -Jonathan Reeder, Equities Research Associate Analyst, Wells Fargo Securities -Anne Serewicz, Senior Managing Director, Head of Investment Banking & Capital Markets, CL King & Associates -Greg Goodwin, Senior Research Director, Bluefield Research -Moderator: Marty Kropelnicki, Chairman & CEO, California Water Service Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the future of water infrastructure investments! #CWAAnnualSummit #WaterInfrastructure #Investments #CleanWater #SustainableInfrastructure #Economy #WaterUtilities

Happy Water Professionals Appreciation Week! This week, we honor the hardworking individuals who ensure safe, clean, and reliable water for our communities every day. From treatment plant operators to engineers, technicians, and field workers, thank you to all the dedicated water professionals who protect one of our most valuable resources. Your expertise and dedication ensure that every drop counts. Let’s take a moment to celebrate and show our appreciation for the essential work you do. Join us in thanking the water professionals who keep our water clean and reliable! #WaterProfessionalsAppreciationWeek #ThankYouWaterProfessionals #SafeWaterForAll #EssentialWorkers #CWA