March 15–18
International Conference for Academic Disciplines
LAS VEGAS — Call for abstracts in various academic disciplines. This four-day conference at UNLV includes special bus tours of Hoover Dam, Red Rock Canyon and other landmark locations.
March 24–26
International Drought Symposium
RIVERSIDE, CA — The main objective is to compare drought impacts and mitigation under various physical, economic, and institutional situations, and to allow "out of the box" approaches to be considered and adopted by the various countries.
March 29–31
AWRA Spring Specialty Conference
ORLANDO, FL — Geographic Information Systems have become a fundamental tool for the analysis, planning and management of environmental and water resources systems. This specialty conference continues the AWRA biennial tradition of surveying the state of knowledge in the field.
April 19–21
Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Conference
DALLAS — This 2½-day conference will focus on current issues, best practices and challenges facing professionals in the water/ wastewater design-build industry.
April 25–29
National Monitoring Conference
DENVER — The conference will focus on the many facets of water quality and water quantity monitoring for improved understanding, protection, and restoration of our natural resources and communities.
May 21–24
2010 National River Rally
SNOWBIRD, UTAH — The rally features a series of intensive, four-hour workshops on Friday afternoon and more than 70 additional workshops covering topics of interest to staff, volunteers and
board members of river conservation organizations.
June 20–23
Urban Environmental Pollution 2010
BOSTON — This conference will focus on the latest information about urban air pollution problems and what measures can be taken to overcome obstacles to sustainability and life quality.
June 20–23
ASABE annual International Meeting
PITTSBURGH — The conference presents a forum to expand awareness of current industry trends, promote and acknowledge innovations in design and technology, and provide opportunities for professional development – all with a focus on the economic, political and societal impacts facing the industry.
June 20–24
ACE10
CHICAGO — The American Water Works Association's 129th Annual Conference and Exposition features the most comprehensive and diverse water conference in the world.
Aug. 1–5
StormCon
SAN ANTONIO, TX — In addition to serving municipal and government professionals, StormCon offers sessions on sediment and erosion control practices for contractors, and techniques for special sites, such as airports and ports. It also offers nontechnical sessions that will benefit those who are new to stormwater, as well as advanced sessions for seasoned professionals.
Aug. 23–27
Watershed Management Conference
MADISON, WI — The four-day conference will include a plenary session, technical sessions, poster sessions, workshops, trade exhibits, and several networking events. Authors are expected to orally present their papers in a technical session or poster session. Proceedings will be provided onsite at the conference.
Aug. 29 to Sept. 2
17th International Conference on Invasive Species
SAN DIEGO, CA — The conference will feature review of accumulated scientific knowledge; presentation of the latest field research; introduction of new technological developments for prevention, monitoring and control; and discussion of policy, legislation, public education and outreach initiatives to raise awareness of the impacts of aquatic invasive species and prevent new introductions.
Oct. 2–6
WEFTEC 2010
NEW ORLEANS — The largest water quality event in North America will display the latest in water quality research, technology and services.
Oct. 24–28
2010 International Water Conference
SAN ANTONIO, TX — The IWC is the world's premier conference for understanding and dealing with the technical and business challenges of industrial water treatment.
Nov. 13–17
5th National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
GALVESTON, TX — The 5th National Conference will advance the science, practice, and success of habitat restoration at all scales, while bringing together the entire coastal and estuarine restoration community.
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March 9–11
NVRWA Annual Training and Technical Conference
RENO — The 20th annual conference offers each day up to six hours of approved training classes, sessions and meetings. Meet with vendors Tuesday evening and Wednesday to learn about the latest technologies and services.
March 10–12
Lower Colorado River tour
LAS VEGAS — This WEF-sponsored tour (three days, two nights) follows the course of the lower Colorado River through Nevada, Arizona and California, and includes a private tour of Hoover Dam, a boat ride on Lake Mead, and visits to the Havasu National Wildlife refuge, farms in the Imperial and Coachella valleys, the All-American Canal lining project and the Salton Sea.
April 11–13
Sustainable Water Management Conference & Exposition
ALBUQUERQUE — The Sustainable Water Management Conference & Exposition is geared toward professionals involved in all aspects of water resources and conservation. A combination of interactive learning tracks will be offered at the conference, including workshops, panel discussions, and oral presentations.
June 9–10
WRRC Annual Conference
TUCSON — The conference goals are to identify effective strategies for fostering environmental leadership and promote innovative approaches to mobilizing human capital to meet today’s water and environmental challenges.
Sept. 12–15
12th annual Water Distribution Systems Analysis conference
TUCSON — The conference will bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, practitioners and other professionals to increase opportunities for cross-disciplinary participation, enhance scientific collaboration among drinking water specialists, and provide a unique venue for water distribution system specialists to exchange ideas.
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March 16–17
8th Annual Western Great Lakes Research Conference
ST. PAUL, MN — This conference provides a forum for resource managers, their cooperators, and other interested parties to exchange information about natural and cultural resource research and management activities at parks and protected areas in the western Great Lakes region. Conference abstracts will be published and made available on-line.
May 17–21
IAGLR's 53rd Annual Conference
TORONTO, ONT — The 53rd International Association for Great Lakes Research conference will explore how far research science in the Great Lakes and large lakes around the world has come over the decades, highlighting the science and policy research that has helped to improve and protect some aspects of the Great Lakes.
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March 28–31
Western Aquatic Plant Management Society Annual Meeting
SEATTLE — This conference provides a forum for the exchange of information on aquatic plant management techniques, strategies and research.
March 2010
Online hydrogeology class,
Oregon State University
OREGON STATE — The four-credit, 10-week course will provide an introduction to the key properties of the subsurface for groundwater, how groundwater moves (Darcy’s Law, the groundwater flow equation), how wells work, how wells can be used to estimate hydraulic conductivity and storage parameters, an introduction to groundwater modeling, and an introduction to contaminant/solute transport in groundwater. Visit http://ecampus.oregonstate.edu/soc/start/ to register.
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April 11–15
2010 Ground Water Summit
DENVER — The summit is designed to bring together a mix of regulators, practitioners, natural resource managers, policymakers, and those who supply knowledge and technology needed to address key water issues..
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March 24–26
Annual TRWA Convention
SAN ANTONIO — Founded in 1969, the Texas Rural Water Association represents a full spectrum of the drinking water community including nonprofit water supply and sewer service corporations, special utility districts, municipal utility districts, WCIDs, small municipal utilities and privately-owned water utilities.
March 24–26
TRCA 2010 Conference
KERRVILLE — The Texas Rainwater Catchment Association 2010 state conference speakers will include Texas AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist Billy Kniffen, who will give a presentation on the status of rainwater harvesting across the nation.
April 13–16
Texas Water 2010
CORPUS CHRISTI — Texas Water 2010 provides a robust offering of training, exhibits and events for water and wastewater professionals.
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March 10–12
Lower Colorado River tour
LAS VEGAS — This WEF-sponsored tour (three days, two nights) follows the course of the lower Colorado River through Nevada, Arizona and California, and includes a private tour of Hoover Dam, a boat ride on Lake Mead, and visits to the Havasu National Wildlife refuge, farms in the Imperial and Coachella valleys, the All-American Canal lining project and the Salton Sea. March 11
World Water Day fund raiser
SACRAMENTO — Free appetizers and refreshments, live music, an inspiring presentation from the CEO of Water For People, Ned Breslin, a side display of short films on water issues in developing countries and a raffle.
March 11–12
Investing in our Water Future:
A Focus on California
SANTA BARBARA — A faculty of recognized speakers in the world of water supply management and policy, water markets and water investment will discuss the issues and opportunities associated with addressing the regulatory and financial challenges in meeting California's water supply needs.
March 14–17
Association of Environmental Professionals annual conference
PALM SPRINGS — This conference features 150 speakers exploring a diverse range of topics, including greenhouse gas emissions, the nexus between water and energy, sustainability and renewable energy, CEQA/NEPA practice, legislative updates, case law updates, public participation and regulatory permitting.
March 15–17
Green California Summit
SACRAMENTO — State and local governments have long set the standard for public sector sustainability programs. The annual Green California Summit has become an essential resource to support their efforts to meet the challenges of managing energy and water resources, and to create clean and sustainable communities in California.
March 16–18
Imperial Valley Renewable Energy Summit
EL CENTRO — This year's theme, "Growing California's Green Economy," will center on bringing investments in renewable energy projects and developing a green collar workforce in the Imperial Valley.
March 23
7th Water Conservation Showcase
SAN FRANCISCO — Explore cutting edge water-conserving technology and strategies through expert-led presentations and exhibits. Learn about the financial incentives and rebates available in your area from Bay Area water districts. Engage in cross industry dialogue with government agencies, private and non-profit organizations, and consumers.
March 24–25
Free Water Education Festival
YORBA LINDA — The Orange County Water District's Groundwater Guardian Team will present the 14th annual Children's Water Education Festival at the Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace Foundation. The festival educates fourth-, fifth- and sixth-grade students about water and the environment.
March 29 to April 1
CA-NV AWWA Spring Conference
HOLLYWOOD — Topics this year include "The Leap to Supervisor," "Traffic Work Zones" and Communicating During An Emergency.".
April 15
AWA Water Symposium
OXNARD — AWA's 18th annual Water Symposium will be "A Historic Fix, or A Bag of Tricks? Have We Reached the True Crossroads for Water?"
April 20–23
CWEA Annual Conference
SACRAMENTO — CWEA's Annual Conference comes back to Northern California in historic Sacramento with "Ocean's of Opportunities."
April 28–30
International Symposium on Membrane Biofouliing
BISBEE, AZ — This conference will examine the fundamental nature of membrane biofouling and identify effective new strategies for its control.
May 11–12
Water Technology Conference
CLOVIS —The conference is the second one of its kind sponsored by the International Center for Water Technology (ICWT) at California State University, Fresno. The event will focus on how water technology innovations and science can help ensure our future water supplies and will specifically focus on: agricultural water issues, urban water issues and regional water issues.
May 24–26
Geophysics at the Beach Symposium
NEWPORT BEACH — The symposium is intended for technical professionals, public agency and regulatory agency staff, university staff, responsible parties, case managers, and anyone else interested in the latest geophysical tools and technologies for application to hydrogeologic problems.
May 26
Bridging the Gap: The Need for New Water
LONG BEACH — Save this date for the Urban Water Institute's one-day workshop. A full program agenda will be available soon.
June 15–17
International Groundwater Conference
SAN FRANCISCO — "Toward Sustainable Groundwater in Agriculture: An International Conference Linking Science and Policy" is being organized by the Water Education Foundation and the University of California, Davis.
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March 29–31
AWRA Spring Specialty Conference
ORLANDO — Conference attendees will have the opportunity to explore existing and emerging geospatial technologies ranging from data capture and management to hydrologic information systems, decision support systems and communications.
March 16–18
Florida Water Resources Conference
ORLANDO — Dedicated to preserving and enhancing Florida's Water Environment, this spring conference will be held at the Renaissance Orlando Hotel at SeaWorld.
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March 17
Maine Water Conference
AUGUSTA, ME — The conference will return to its established venue at the Augusta Civic Center. Deadline for submission of poster abstracts is Feb. 19.
March 17–18
Energy Management for Wastewater and Water Utilities
AUGUSTA, ME —This interactive workshop assists facilities to become more aware of the tools and incentives available to
them to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy costs.
March 27
Land and Water Conservation Summit
UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND — The conference is developed to meet the needs of land trusts, watershed organizations and municipal conservation commissions. The Summit offers dozens of hands-on workshops designed to enhance technical and organizational effectiveness. Workshops are taught by experts from throughout Rhode Island and cover topics essential for watershed management, land conservation, and organizational developmentext.
March 29-31
Farm Pilot Project Coordination
regional summit
ANNAPOLIS, MD — The theme of this symposium will be to focus on the challenges of reducing nutrient load from the agricultural community in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. FPPC will update participants on results of their technology projects and invite all stakeholders to discuss the implications of a tightened regulatory environment.
April 8
Massachusetts Water Resources Conference
UMASS AMHERST — The 7th Annual Water Resources Research Center Conference at the University of Massachusetts Amherst will address the needs for water monitoring, assessment, and management of water resources in New England in the face of variability due to changes in climate, land use, population, and other environmental stressors.
May 17–19
Nonpoint Source Pollution Conference
PLYMOUTH, MA — This three-day conference brings together all those in New England and New York State involved in NPS pollution management, including participants from state, federal, and municipal governments, private sector, academia, and watershed organizations.
July 29–31
International Conference on Sustainable Water Environment
NEWARK, DE — The conference will provide an open forum in which academicians, engineers and public policy-makers can exchange information on recent advances in sustainable water research and practices among countries at various stages of economic development.
Sept. 20–22
22nd National Tanks Conference
and Expo
BOSTON — This three-day conference brings together underground storage tank regulators and members of the regulated community. Workshops, presentations, posters, and forums highlight all aspects of underground storage tanks, leaking underground storage tanks, and state funds.
Nov. 14–17
Watershed Management to Improve Water Quality
BALTIMORE, MD — The purpose of this conference
is to report on ongoing research and outreach efforts
related to TMDL development and implementation and watershed management with a special emphasis on the
Chesapeake Bay Program.
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