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Words On Water #181: Kevin Davis on the Cybersecurity Approach of a Large Utility Mar 25, 2021

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March 25, 2021

Kevin Davis is the Chief Technology Officer at Middlesex County Utilities Authority in New Jersey. In this episode Kevin discusses his reaction to the recent hack at a Florida utility. He talks about his utility’s overall approach to cybersecurity, the challenges from the size and diversity of a large utility, and approaching cybersecurity for OT vs IT. Kevin also explains how the coronavirus pandemic impacted needs for cybersecurity and why his utility participates in the Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center.

This episode is brought to you by Bayshore Networks.

Words On Water #180: Joakim Harlin and Kilian Christ on UN Water and WEF as a Partner Mar 22, 2021

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March 22, 2021

Joakim Harlin is a former UN-Water Vice Chair and currently the Chief of UNEP’s Freshwater Unit, and Kilian Christ is Associate Programme Management Officer in UNEP’s Freshwater Ecosystems Unit. In this episode released on World Water Day, Joakim and Kilian discuss the work of UN Water, the role of partners, and why WEF is now a member. They also talk about UN Sustainable Development Goal 6, clean water and sanitation for all, including progress and monitoring in countries.

Words On Water #179: Mark Doneux on the Role of Outreach and Innovation in Stormwater Management Mar 17, 2021

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March 17, 2021

Mark Doneux is Administrator of the Capitol Region Watershed District in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The Capitol Region Watershed District was the overall winner of WEF’s Phase II MS4 Award in 2020 in part for its portfolio of projects that include opening an office facility that features a rainwater reuse system, a new outreach program that engages the public in green infrastructure, and a grant program to subsidize decentralized stormwater infrastructure. In this episode Mark discusses his agency’s approach to stormwater management and the value of following national trends and connecting with peers across the country.

Hosted by Travis Loop

Words On Water #177: Expansion of Data Use in Collection Systems Management Mar 10, 2021

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March 10, 2021

Diane Grossenheider is Project Manager with Black & Veatch and Jen Welsch is Principal Engineer with the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District. In this episode Diane and Jen discuss the rapid expansion of tools for using data to proactively manage collection systems, including smart sewers, real-time controls, and GIS software. They also talk about the upcoming WEF Collection Systems Conference on March 23-25, which will feature sessions on the data topic and speakers from around the world.

Hosted by Travis Loop

WOW: Take It From The Top Series With Rebecca West Mar 08, 2021

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March 8, 2021

Rebecca West is President of RFW Consulting Services and a Past-President of the Water Environment Federation. In this episode Rebecca shares her perspectives on leadership, dealing with adversity, and adapting. She draws from her experiences in the water sector, volunteering overseas, serving on the WEF Board during the 2008 economic downturn, and the coronavirus pandemic.
WOW: Take It From The Top
Hosted by Tom Kunetz

Words On Water #176: Jackie O’Brien on Engineers Without Borders Mar 01, 2021

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March 1, 2021

Jackie O’Brien is the Chief Executive Officer of Engineers Without Borders (EWB), a nonprofit recognized as a Charity of Choice by the Water Environment Federation. In this episode Jackie explains how EWB and its 10,000 volunteers work in communities around the world to help provide basic human services including water. She talks about starting as CEO during the past year and how the organization has recalibrated in the midst of the pandemic. Jackie also discusses opportunities for volunteering and how WEF members can get involved in EWB.

Hosted by Travis Loop

Words On Water #175: Camille Sanders on a New Career Center for the Water Sector Feb 23, 2021

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February 23, 2021

Camille Sanders is Membership Director for the Water Environment Federation. In this episode Camille discusses WEF’s revamped Career Center that offers robust opportunities and tools for both job seekers and employers in the water sector. Job seekers can search for available opportunities by job type, industry, and state, receive a complimentary resume review, and access professional coaching and career planning resources. Employers can search and review resumes, post available positions, and increase the visibility of their organization through job advertising. WEF also offers exclusive member discounts of up to 60% on job advertising packages.

Visit the Career Center at jobbank.wef.org

Words On Water #174: Introducing WEF’s New Director of Sustainable Biosolids Programs Feb 16, 2021

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February 16, 2021

Maile Lono-Batura is the new Director of Sustainable Biosolids Programs for the Water Environment Federation. In this episode Maile talks about her background and experiences serving as Executive Director of Northwest Biosolids for 22 years. She discusses her new responsibilities and focus in leading biosolids programs for WEF, including the importance of improving collaboration, expanding communications, and advancing research. Maile also shares her perspective on the current trends and pressing issues in biosolids, ranging from PFAS to public perception.

Hosted by Travis Loop

WOW: Take It From The Top Series With Matt Bond of KC Water Jan 26, 2021

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January 26, 2020

Matt Bond is Past-President of the Water Environment Federation and Deputy Director for Engineering at KC Water. In this episode Matt discusses the challenges and opportunities during the coronavirus pandemic, including keeping capital improvement projects on track, navigating the financial crunch to utility revenue and affordability for ratepayers, and finding that there is now an availability of talented workers to hire. He also talks about the emphasis on green infrastructure in making Kansas City a more sustainable and livable city.

WOW: Take It From The Top
Hosted by Tom Kunetz

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