For the Media
Welcome to the WEFTEC online press room, your resource for the latest news and information on the world's largest annual water quality event.
Media Resources
Register as Media
All members of the media must register and be approved to attend WEFTEC.
View the list of media outlets registered. Following WEFTEC’s policies and procedures, attendee data is not released to the general public.
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Camera Policy
Media representatives may not photograph or record WEFTEC content without authorization from the Water Environment Federation.
Download, complete, and return this authorization form to Christy Murphy.
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Press Badge Policy
All media must register through the press room (see criteria below). Media will not be permitted access to the exhibition floor, technical sessions, workshops, or any WEFTEC events without a press badge. Media is permitted to attend all WEFTEC events that are open to the public.
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The Official News Source of WEFTEC
WEFTEC Now features timely coverage of major events leading up to, during, and after WEFTEC. This resource will become an enduring record of past WEFTEC conferences as well as provide notice of upcoming events and opportunities.
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WEF is committed to providing a professional, safe, and welcoming environment during its in-person and virtual events for all water professionals and their guests. WEF expects all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, media, and other participants to uphold our commitment to diversity and inclusion by helping us provide a positive conference environment for everyone.
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