Located on McCormick Place’s Grand Concourse between South Hall A and North Hall B, the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) Plaza is an ideal spot for WEFTEC attendees to connect with the organization’s services, publications, and staff. WEF Plaza will remain open throughout the conference, opening at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, and closing at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25.
Visit the WEF Bookstore
Stop by the WEF Bookstore to explore the latest offerings from WEF, ranging from technical manuals and study guides to clothing — we call it WEF Wear — that lets you show off your WEF pride. The bookstore is home to the new Why Water’s Worth It children’s book, a first-of-its-kind outreach tool aimed at introducing young people to the importance of water produced by WEF. Additionally, browse the bookstore for new WEF releases including
- Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals I, Liquid Treatment;
- Financing and Charges for Wastewater Systems — Manual of Practice 27
- Wastewater Collection System Operator Certification Studybook, 2nd edition; and
- Water and Wastewater Laboratory Techniques, 2nd edition.
While at the bookstore, be sure to pick up free copies of WEF’s many periodical publications, including Water Environment & Technology magazine, World Water magazine, and Water Environment Research.
Engage with WEF Staff
Have a question for WEF? There is no better place to get an answer than the WEF Membership Center. Visit the Membership Center for more information about WEF offerings, to start, renew, or change your membership, or simply to chat about how WEF can better help you achieve your professional goals.
While visiting the Membership Center, take a moment to recognize this year’s WEF Awards winners, individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the water environment profession in 2019.
WEF members also gain exclusive access to the WEFTEC Member Lounge, an ideal spot to relax on the show floor, refuel with complimentary snacks and drinks, and recharge your devices.
See p. 22 of the WEFTEC 2019 Guide for more details about the WEF Plaza.
Global Center Makes International Connections
Water professionals from around the world convene each year at WEFTEC in hopes of expanding their network beyond the borders of their utility, municipality, or country. The Global Center is WEFTEC’s hub for connecting attendees with foreign businesses that can lead to lucrative opportunities.
The Global Center welcomes trade delegations from around the world that actively engage with U.S. trade agencies and exhibitors at WEFTEC. Resources at the Global Center, such as free translation services, an international lounge for trade delegates and their hosts, and an export interest directory, help facilitate international partnerships and support greater access to international markets.
WEFTEC 2018 attracted 2,646 international attendees from 80 countries.
