Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association

Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association RMWEA provides its members with the most current information on water quality issues, technology, regulatory changes, and the latest research developments.

The Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association serves water and wastewater professionals from CO, New Mexico, and Wyoming by providing technical education, training, networking, and leadership opportunities. The Association is governed by its Executive Committee. Members volunteer their experience and expertise through committee participation, involvement, presentations, and conferences on a variety of wastewater subjects ranging from treatment practices to the beneficial reuse of biosolids.

At the next TAC luncheon on June 18, Blair Wisdom and Dan Freedman of Metro Water Recovery will cover wastewater thermal...
06/11/2026

At the next TAC luncheon on June 18, Blair Wisdom and Dan Freedman of Metro Water Recovery will cover wastewater thermal energy recovery, from onsite and sewer heat recovery to district-scale thermal networks, and share how Metro is approaching energy management and regional decarbonization. The virtual session is open to engineers, operators, and planners. Registration is $15 and the deadline is June 17. https://bit.ly/4eiNhUu

The Innovation and Technology issue is calling for content!Rocky Mountain Water's Innovation and Technology themed issue...
06/10/2026

The Innovation and Technology issue is calling for content!

Rocky Mountain Water's Innovation and Technology themed issue is coming up and we want to hear from you! Topics can range from plant upgrades, digitalization, resource recovery, just to name a few. While we appreciate submissions that are on theme, it is not a requirement to submit.

The submission deadline is Wednesday, July 15th. Please review our submission guidelines for details on length, photo size, etc. (https://bit.ly/3MjlpoE) If you have any questions, contact us at [email protected].

The 2026 RMWEA/RMSAWWA Annual Student Conference was held at the University of New Mexico, and the water community showe...
06/09/2026

The 2026 RMWEA/RMSAWWA Annual Student Conference was held at the University of New Mexico, and the water community showed up. UNM students led the organizing from the ground up, bringing together more than 25 student presenters from across the Rocky Mountain region, including attendees who traveled from as far north as Fort Collins. The day included high-quality poster and oral presentations, a Professional Development Seminar panel featuring Raquel Valdez (Sandia National Labs), Alfredo Rodriguez (CDM Smith), Taylor Busch (Geo-Logic), Juan Guzman (CDPHE), and Allyson McGaughey (University of New Mexico), and plenty of time for networking and connection. It was a strong showing for the next generation of water professionals, and a testament to what student-led organizing can accomplish.

Oral Presentation Winners
🥇 1st Place – Ashley Bradshaw, New Mexico Tech ($300)
🥈 2nd Place – Eric Joseph, University of New Mexico ($200)
🥉 3rd Place – Lina Rodriguez, University of New Mexico ($100)
Fresh Ideas Poster Presentation Winners
🥇 1st Place – Hugh McCurren, Colorado State University (Award + sponsored trip to ACE26)
🥈 2nd Place – Farzaneh Soltani, University of New Mexico ($200)
🥉 3rd Place – Jaimie Ritchie, University of New Mexico ($100)

RMWEA's Innovative Water Technology Committee and WEF's I&C team are hosting a full-day workshop on July 8 at Metro Wate...
06/08/2026

RMWEA's Innovative Water Technology Committee and WEF's I&C team are hosting a full-day workshop on July 8 at Metro Water Recovery's Northern Treatment Plant in Brighton, CO. The session covers aeration control, nutrient removal, instrumentation, and process optimization, bringing together utility staff, regional partners, and subject matter experts for hands-on learning. Register today! https://bit.ly/4tTW45N

Hazen and Sawyer's fourth annual Women in Water Celebration returns on June 18 in Denver, in collaboration with RMWEA. T...
06/05/2026

Hazen and Sawyer's fourth annual Women in Water Celebration returns on June 18 in Denver, in collaboration with RMWEA. The evening includes networking, a panel discussion featuring women across the water industry, a happy hour, and a community service project benefiting SafeHouse Denver. This is a women-only event held at Town Hall Collaborative, a local women-owned venue. RSVP by June 11th. https://bit.ly/3RZgMmv

The RMWEA and RMSAWWA Young Professionals committees are teaming up on June 10 for a facility tour at Broomfield's Water...
06/04/2026

The RMWEA and RMSAWWA Young Professionals committees are teaming up on June 10 for a facility tour at Broomfield's Water Reclamation Facility, followed by a happy hour at Satire Brewing Company in Thornton. Tour spots are limited to 30, so early registration is encouraged. Learn more and register by June 7th: https://bit.ly/4o4xLQx

Last Chance: Sign up for the 2026 RMWEA Mentorship Program! RMWEA is kicking off a 2026 Mentorship Program, and needs yo...
06/03/2026

Last Chance: Sign up for the 2026 RMWEA Mentorship Program!

RMWEA is kicking off a 2026 Mentorship Program, and needs you! All experience types and levels are welcome. Please sign up to be a mentor, mentee, or both using this questionnaire.

Form will close on June 5, 2026. (https://bit.ly/4xpC3X1) Don't miss the chance to be part of the inaugural RMWEA Mentorship Program! Please contact Madeleine Harris ([email protected]) with any questions.

RMWEA has experienced remarkable growth over the years! Here is a snippet from the March 1978 issue of Rumbles; that yea...
05/28/2026

RMWEA has experienced remarkable growth over the years! Here is a snippet from the March 1978 issue of Rumbles; that year, the organization operated with a total annual income of $4,900. Back then, dues were the lifeblood. ​
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Fast forward to 2026: Today, our annual income for 2026 is budgeted at over $578,000 and is mostly powered by our flagship programs (RMWC, Operations Challenge, and our training schools). Our key organizational investments focus on impact for the future of our industry and include communications, training programs, and the Students and Young Professionals Committee. This year, we're celebrating 90 years by investing in the next 90! ​

RMWEA's Innovative Water Technology Committee is partnering with WEF's local I&C team to bring a hands-on "Workshop in a...
05/27/2026

RMWEA's Innovative Water Technology Committee is partnering with WEF's local I&C team to bring a hands-on "Workshop in a Box" to the Rocky Mountain region! This full-day in-person workshop covers aeration control, nutrient removal, instrumentation, and process optimization, featuring poster sessions, a hands-on operator simulation, and real lessons learned from regional utilities. The workshop will be held at Metro Water Recovery's Northern Treatment Plant Visitors Center in Brighton, CO. Breakfast and lunch are included with registration. https://bit.ly/4tTW45N

Thank you to our Champion Sponsors of the RMWEA Value of Water Documentary! Garney Construction, Metro Water Recovery, P...
05/27/2026

Thank you to our Champion Sponsors of the RMWEA Value of Water Documentary!

Garney Construction, Metro Water Recovery, PCL, RMSAWWA

Your support is critical in helping us raise awareness about the value of water across Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. Through your partnership, we are able to elevate the voices, challenges, and innovations shaping water in our region.

Join us in advancing this important work. Become a sponsor or learn more here: https://bit.ly/4mrI8gx

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