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This newsletter aims to provide the latest information on irrigation controller research at the University of Florida. Research includes: general irrigation efficiency, technology-based irrigation control of landscapes, and technology-based drip irrigation control on vegetables. This course is the first in a series of eight courses that provide a body of knowledge on current water conservation topics and initiatives in the state of Florida. This introductory course is designed for individuals who would like to enhance their current skill sets of water conservation or for new or emerging individuals in the water conservation industry. May 5-6 Gainesville. July 14-15 Orlando.
FRWA Annual Conference to be held at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfreont Resort on August 11-13, 2008. The room rates start at $109.00. To take advantage of the discounted rate you must make your reservations by July 28, 2008. The Century Commission will hold a Water Summit on September 30 and October 1, 2008. The Century Commission for a Sustainable Florida is to envision the future of Florida. Their task is to help Florida's citizens and state leaders prepare for a continued increase in population and to craft a plan that meets the challenges and opportunities this presents. The American Water Resources Association’s 44th Water Resources Annual Conference will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana in 2008. Dixieland Jazz, Cajun and Creole food, parades and beads, the French Quarter all served up with a touch of voodoo, combine to make New Orleans a most exciting venue for a Conference. While some of the surrounding areas are still working hard on the Katrina recovery effort, downtown New Orleans and the famous French Quarter are alive and well, setting record attendance numbers at many events.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe Conference will provide a variety of activities to bring you up to speed on relevant topics and technologies for utility managers, directors, and operators. Over 130 exhibitors will give you first-hand information on the latest developments to help your utility run smoothly and efficiently. The Fall Conference also features fun activities, including the Backhoe Rodeo, Tapping, and Meter Madness contests.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe FWRC Committee invites you to submit abstracts for presentations at the 2010 Florida Water Resources Conference. Suggested presentation topics include: Alternative Fuel Strategies, Bioenergy, Compact Wastewater Technologies, Impacts of Water Shortage Issues, Integrated Water Resources, Membrane Bioreactors, Waste to Energy Technologies, Reus,e Sustainability, Wastewater Process, Water Conservation The American Water Works Association (AWWA) is having their 2009 Water Conservation Workshop January 25-27, 2009 at the Doubletree Hotel and Executive Meeting Center Lloyd Center in Portland, Oregon. This workshop will offer basic tools, as well as new technologies, trends and practices. Some topics covered in the workshop include Partners and Beyond, Green Building Issues, and Industrial Conservation, Measuring, Evaluating, and Tools. This is the eighteenth year that the Florida Rural Water Association (FRWA) has presented the “Focus on Change” Seminar in conjunction with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The sessions are designed to provide the most current regulatory information available to utilities. FRWA is pleased to announce that the DEP Water and Wastewater Sections will be participating. California Irrigation Institute (CII) is having their 47th Annual Conference February 3-4, 2009 at the Embassy Suites, Riverfront Promenade in Sacramento. Thousands of children and their families are expected to visit Jacksonville's Museum of Science and History (MOSH) on Saturday, Feb. 7, for the 10th annual Water Education Festival. The festival will fill MOSH with dozens of interactive displays and activities, designed to teach the importance of Florida's water and natural resources in ways to appeal to children. This conference focuses on "Watershed-Foodshed" and features Maude Barlow and Wes Jackson as the two keynote speakers. Other speakers include Oxford University’s Andrew Parker, Toby Hemenway, Paul Stamets, Judith Phillips, David Gutzler, Brad Lancaster, Deborah Madison and others. The First Forum on Energy & Water Sustainability in 2007 successfully brought together policy-makers, researchers, energy and water utilities, as well as other important stakeholders, to generate a dialog on the various aspects of energy and water sustainability, considering the important linkages between these two resources. The Second Forum on Energy & Water Sustainability will continue this dialog, with a focus on resource efficiency, and policies that can serve to accelerate implementation of leading edge technologies that can produce important co-benefits in terms of the energy-water nexus. The future demands the water industry to be more innovative, more efficient, and more prepared than ever. Join thousands of water professionals at the 128th American Water Works Association’s Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE09) to tackle the vast number of challenges facing the water community today. Experience the collective strength of AWWA, our members, and customers. Come learn how to manage your utility's non-revenue water from world renowned experts. Julian Thornton, author of the Water Loss Control Manual, will be the featured instructor. Please join us for the 2009 Thirtieth FRWA Annual Conference to be held at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort on August 10-12, 2009.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe Harborside Convention Center, Fort Myers, FL Sustainable Water Resources: Complex Challenges, Integrated Solutions. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, Gainesville, Florida We invite you to submit an abstract for the 2nd UF Water Institute Symposium focused on Complex Challenges and Integrated Solutions for Sustainable Water Resources. This symposium will bring together social and physical scientists, engineers, academics, policy makers, water managers, industry and utility representatives, lawyers, students and the public to examine complex water issues from multiple perspectives.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsWorkshop detailing the capabilities of the EZ Guide 2.0: case study example and applications.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and Events-EZ Guide: A Water Conservation Planning Tool. -Hydrograph Separation of Indoor and Outdoor Billed Water Use in Florida’s Single Family Residential Sector. -Suggested Methods for Water Audit and Water Loss Evaluations for Florida. -Conservation Applications of Automatic Metering Infrastructure. -Methods for Estimating Nonresidential Water Use.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsMonday, November 30, 2009 - Inaugural FL2030 Water Summit at the Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld, Orlando, Florida.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe advantages of attending the FSAWWA Conference range from accreditation and professional development to information on cutting-edge technologies and upcoming issues. Additionally, the various technical sessions and symposiums offer water professionals from all areas of the industry valuable education and training.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe Cabinet resolution, declaring "April as Water Conservation Month" in Florida is scheduled for 2:00PM at the Cabinet Chambers on March 23rd. If you or someone you know will or can be there to support the FSAWWA and its Water Use Efficiency Division, the state's WMDs, FDEP and the Commissioner of Agriculture in this important recognition, show you support for this - the 12th year of this proclamation for the State of Florida. The St. Johns River Water Management District's Governing Board will hold a workshop on March 8 to discuss concepts to improve public supply water conservation by making changes to agency rules. This meeting is the third Board workshop on proposed changes to District consumptive use permitting and environmental resource permitting rules to enhance water conservation. At the March 8 workshop, discussion will continue on the nine water conservation concepts previously proposed by District staff. Staff will provide an update and propose a schedule for the rulemaking process. Water Conservation in the Institutional, Commercial & Industrial Sector: A “How-to” Workshop and Conservation Technology Vendor Fair. When: Tuesday, March 16, 2010, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Location: SFWMD Headquarters, Building 1 Auditorium, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406 Water resources professionals who need to be at the forefront of geospatial technology should plan to attend! 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 communication.
source: AWWA Plan to attend the one event where you can get all the information you need, sharpen your skills, and replenish your passion to become better stewards of water for the greatest good of people and the environment-ACE10, The World's Water Event!
Registration is open! Take advantage of Super-Saver rates through March 27.
source: Florida Earth Foundation The second installment of the Water Choices Forums, at the University of Miami's BankUnited Center in Coral Gables. Following Water Choices I, held October 19th at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Water Choices II will create a think-tank venue for participants interested in solutions to Florida's water challenges.
source: ARCSAThe 100-Level and 200-Level workshops are being held in conjunction with Florida Green Building Coalition’s “Green Trends 2011” conference June 1-3. Participants may attend the workshops only, and DISCOUNTS are offered to those who wish to attend both the ARCSA workshop and the Green Trends conference.
source: Conserving WaterThis series of webinars presents extension programs that focus on residential water conservation and water quality issues. Extension specialists and agents in different southern states will discuss successes and challenges facing extension programs that target homeowner practices. DRINKING WATER QUALITY is a global issue that requires constant research, evaluation, scrutiny, and advancement from industry leaders. Innovations in contaminant detection, new regulatory requirements, potential health issues, and increased security concerns are creating challenges that must be faced head-on. Water professionals from around the world come to AWWA’s Water Quality Technology Conference and Exposition every year to benefit from “A River of Innovation for the Future.” Location: Savannah, GA A Two-Day Industry Forum highlighting the latest trends, best case studies, hands-on experiences, and innovative strategies. Location: Chicago, IL
source: UF TREEO Center This course is the first in a series of eight courses that provide a body of knowledge on current water conservation topics and initiatives in the state of Florida. This introductory course is designed for individuals who would like to enhance their current skill sets of water conservation or for new or emerging individuals in the water conservation industry.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA) and the Manufacturers/Associates Council (MAC) invite you to attend the 2010 Fall Conference held on November 28 through December 2 in Orlando, Florida. The Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld hosts this year's conference. Location: Orlando, FL
source: AWWA Making Conservation a Priority in a Tough Economy
source: South Florida Water Management District The South Florida Water Management District is pleased to host its third Florida Water Star Residential The Irrigation Show is the industry's one-stop event. Discover innovations on the show floor and in technical sessions; make connections with industry experts, business partners and peers; and build expertise with targeted education and certification. Location: Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, Arizona
source: American StandardFlorida - Managing local water supplies – drop by drop – is now a mainstream concern across the United States. Many communities already are experiencing a tighter water supply, while 78% of consumers are looking for ways to cut household utility bills and energy costs. The Responsible Bathroom Water Conservation Tour is hitting the road to bring water-saving solutions to consumers and plumbers.
DISCLAIMER NOTE: UF/Conserve Florida Water Clearinghouse supports the use of water-saving devices in the home. However, we are not endorsing any particular brand, company, or device.
source: AWWA THE WATER CRISIS Florida is at a water crossroads. The state’s three largest urban-economic regions: Tampa Bay, southeast Florida and the greater Orlando area have effectively run out of available groundwater. The three largest water management districts have determined that increased pumping in these regions will result in unacceptable environmental impacts, such as drawdown’s of wetlands and lakes; reduced flows to springs and rivers; and increased risk of saltwater contamination into fresh groundwater resources.
source: AWRA This American Water Resources Association (AWRA) specialty conference will bring together decision-makers, water managers and technical professionals from federal, state, and local agencies, academia, non-governmental organizations and the private sector to focus on the following key questions:
source: City of Lake WorthThe City of Lake Worth Utilities Department Conservation Management Division is hosting the second annual conservation expo on Wednesday June 8, 2011 from 11:30a.m. to 5:30p.m. at the Cultural Plaza. Learn how to lower your utility bill.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe Florida Water Resources Conference is dedicated to preserving and enhancing Florida's water environment. A nonprofit, educational, and scientific organization, FWRC is a joint conference of the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association, the Florida Water Environment Association, and the Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association. Location: Kissimmee, FL
source: AWWA Join thousands of water professionals who will gather at ACE11, the American Water Works Association’s 130th Annual Conference & Exposition, next June in Washington, D.C. It’s the water community’s forum to tackle a growing number of challenges, from infrastructure management to water resources protection to advanced treatment technologies. Location: Washington, D.C.
source: AWRA According to the Global Water Partnership (GWP), IWRM is a “process which promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land, and related resources in order to maximize the resultant economic and social welfare in an equitable manner without compromising the sustainability of vital ecosystems.”
source: St. Petersburg TimesThe typical U.S. household pays up to $500 a year for water and sewer charges, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA estimates that individual households can save about $170 annually by replacing older appliances with water-efficient models.
source: Orlando Sentinel Anyone looking to upgrade a bathroom in a big way might want to start small — with the showerhead. The shower is increasingly becoming an individualized experience, with water- and wallet-saving features, fixtures that double as hand showers and electronic systems designed with watery nirvana in mind.
source: Tampa Bay WaterWater management decisions can have significant energy impacts. Multiple factors will influence the energy intensity of the water sector in the future. Climate change will affect water supply, quality, and demand for water, potentially creating a need for new water supply options.
source: South Florida Water Management District This year’s Expo is designed to help commercial irrigators, irrigation and landscape industry professionals, and virtually anyone responsible for the irrigation of large landscapes – such as golf courses, parks and homeowners associations – learn about designing and implementing irrigation efficiency initiatives that save water and money.
source: UF TREEO Center This course is the first in a series of eight courses that provide a body of knowledge on current water conservation topics and initiatives in the state of Florida. This introductory course is designed for individuals who would like to enhance their current skill sets of water conservation or for new or emerging individuals in the water conservation industry.
source: Public Utility Research CenterPURC developed the PURC Advanced International Practices Program in consultation with faculty and alumni of the PURC/World Bank International Training Program on Utility Regulation and Strategy. This new program, and its first three courses, will provide experienced utility professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the technical matters of infrastrucuture policy.
source: AWRA AWRA is returning to Albuquerque, New Mexico, for their 47th Annual Water Resources Conference. The AWRA Annual Conference is host to a multidisciplinary group of water resources professionals who gather to present their latest research, discuss current hot topics, and share new ideas. Conference attendance is generally 400-500 people.
source: AWWA The Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA) and the Manufacturers/Associates Council (MAC) invite you to attend the 2011 Fall Conference, which will be held on November 27 through December 1 in Orlando, Florida. The Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando will host the 2011 conference.
source: UF Water InstituteWe invite you to participate in the 3rd UF Water Institute Symposium focused on Complex Challenges and Integrated Solutions for Nutrient Management in Watersheds. This symposium will bring together scientists, engineers, academics, non-governmental organizations, policy makers, water managers, industry and utility representatives, lawyers, students, and the public to explore emerging issues related to nutrient sources, dynamics, management, and policy from multiple perspectives.
source: UF TREEO Center This course is the first in a series of eight courses that provide a body of knowledge on current water conservation topics and initiatives in the state of Florida. This introductory course is designed for individuals who would like to enhance their current skill sets of water conservation or for new or emerging individuals in the water conservation industry.
source: Florida Section of the American Water Works Association News and EventsThe Florida Water Resources Conference is dedicated to preserving and enhancing Florida's water environment. A nonprofit, educational, and scientific organization, FWRC is a joint conference of the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association, the Florida Water Environment Association, and the Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association.
source: AWRA Begin making plans now to attend the 2012 FRWA Annual Conference to be held at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort on August 13-15, 2012.
source: AWWA Join thousands of water professionals who will gather at ACE12, the American Water Works Association’s 131st Annual Conference & Exposition, June 10 -14, 2012, in Dallas, TX.
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