Water Environment Association of Texas

No tricks, just clean water! 💧💩 Have a spooky and safe Halloween from all of us at WEAT!

The National Environmental Field Activities Program (NEFAP) was created to establish and implement an accreditation program for field sampling and measurement organizations (FSMOs). The TNI Standard for FSMOs is modeled after ISO/IEC 17025 “General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories.” Sampling organizations can be accredited for a wide variety of sample collection activities performed by POTWs and industries. Accreditation is one way to demonstrate competence. Webinar speakers will provide a discussion on the National Environmental Field Activities Program Standard, the steps to obtain accreditation and potential benefits for a pretreatment program. This webinar is organized by the WEAT Laboratory Committee! Register here: https://lnkd.in/d7b6XaSM

Award Nominations for the 2025 WEAT & WEF Awards are open and run through November 26, 2024. Submit a water hero here: https://lnkd.in/eimJ3Txm

TWO WEEKS AWAY! Water Environment Horizon Conference, hosted by WEAT & TACWA, features elected officials, Texas water leaders, and industry experts as they provide an outlook on timely legislative and regulatory water quality-related issues. Register today: https://lnkd.in/g_fNS9aQ

With high construction costs and the need to meet growing water demand, funding capital improvements projects can be challenging. This webinar will focus on funding opportunities for water reuse projects in Texas. Representatives from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Texas Water Development Board, and Bureau of Reclamation will give overviews of their funding programs, including what funds are available and how to apply. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dV_MiK8D

Last Day! WEAT & Texas AWWA’s art contest in honor of Imagine a Day Without Water began in 2018 with one classroom in San Antonio, Texas, and has grown to welcome participation from numerous school districts and independent learners across Texas. This annual contest selects up to 13 winners who will receive prizes and have their artwork included in our Celebration of Water calendar. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/diZVtPtC

We are very excited for the 10th Anniversary of the Pints For People Texas event in Austin, which will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm! This milestone event promises to be bigger and better than ever, bringing together professionals, advocates, and supporters from across the water industry for an evening of celebration, networking, and fun. Join us as we raise a glass to 10 incredible years of supporting clean water initiatives, fostering community, and making a positive impact across Texas. Mark your calendars – you won’t want to miss this special occasion! Register today: https://lnkd.in/dc4qBf85

Read our latest Texas WET Issue #4! Check out the latest Tech Talk by Robert W. Starnes from Brazos River Authority.  https://lnkd.in/dbhg4HRd.

Happening NEXT WEEK! Leadership Summit is focused on providing a forum for current and future Section Leaders and Committee Leaders to share strategies and learn from each other. Topics for Section Leaders include recruiting new members and encouraging the involvement of seasoned members, shaping your outreach to the needs of your area, developing meeting topics and specialized training, fundraising ideas, and coordinating with the WEAT office. Complimentary registration! Register today: https://lnkd.in/dQGFdGb3

Deadline FRIDAY! WEAT & Texas AWWA's art contest in honor of Imagine a Day Without Water began in 2018 with one classroom in San Antonio, Texas, and has grown to welcome participation from numerous school districts and independent learners across Texas. This annual contest selects up to 13 winners who will receive prizes and have their artwork included in our Celebration of Water calendar. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/diZVtPtC