Enter the world where new and seasoned operators and industrial experts transform ambitious plans into tangible outcomes
Get hands-on in a world where the workforce is more than just technical experts and operators and technicians achieve strategic efficiency. This area of interest celebrates your skills and talents as you bridge the gap between innovative designs and real-world applications.
Emphasizing technical expertise and common goals, see how seasoned professionals manage to integrate aged equipment with modern technologies, maintain cost-efficiency, and adhere to stringent regulations—all aimed at achieving operational excellence in municipal or industrial settings. From refining petroleum to implementing cutting-edge water reuse technologies, this area highlights the people with the know-how to turn challenges into achievements.
Operations Challenge is the water sector's best professional development program wrapped up in a competition.
These events simulate real-world challenges faced in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities.
See More Operations ChallengeYou need to maintain and grow your professional qualifications. To help make it easier, WEF applies for pre-approval of continuing education credits for WEFTEC across North America and will work with individuals and Member Associations for additional state or agency approvals.
Find Your Pre-ApprovalMeet the solutions providers at the forefront of water technology. Witness firsthand the cutting-edge products and services driving the water sector forward.
Square footage in the 2024 WEFTEC Exhibition is outpacing the last time we were in New Orleans by 21%.
Search the Exhibitor ListingsJoin a vibrant community of more than 21,000 water professionals who share your passion for making a difference. At WEFTEC, you'll find your professional home, where you can network with sector leaders, exchange ideas with like-minded peers, and build relationships that last long after the conference ends.
We know that getting permission to travel to conferences can be difficult. To help, we have created a justification letter to help you describe the benefits of attending WEFTEC 2024 to your supervisor. Preparing this letter can also help you focus on your WEFTEC goals.
You should update this letter and make it your own with as much specific information as possible. You can find technical session and exhibition information that you need at the links below.
Find all the important dates, information, and links to begin your path to WEFTEC.