National Ground Water Association

10/14/2026

Why do groundwater professionals keep coming back to Groundwater Week? It’s more than just an event. It’s a place to connect with others in the industry, expand your knowledge through education, stay engaged in issues impacting groundwater, and come together as a community.
Hear from one attendee about why networking, education, political action, and gathering with fellow groundwater professionals make Groundwater Week an event worth attending.

Learn more and register for Groundwater Week 2026: groundwaterweek.com

10/14/2026

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is conducting a survey as part of a U.S. Department of Energy project examining the costs and potential benefits of widespread geothermal heat pump deployment. The research will help evaluate upfront technology costs as well as long term benefits for the electric grid and ratepayers.

Learn more and take the survey: https://www.ngwa.org/detail/news/2026/09/17/oak-ridge-national-laboratory-is-conducting-survey-on-cost-of-geothermal-heat-pump-systems

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is conducting a survey as part of a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Geothermal project to analyze how mass deployment of geothermal heat pump (GHP) systems could help the grid meet rising demand and while lowering energy bills for ratepayers.

10/12/2026

October’s Industry Closeup features AJ Mertens, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Centennial Plastics Inc. Mertens shares insights on the growing geothermal market, including how the Build America, Buy America Act is impacting production, advancements in geothermal loop technology, testing protocols, and ways manufacturers are helping improve installation efficiency and reliability.

Read October’s Industry Closeup: waterwelljournal.com/wwj-closeup-october-2026/

Water Well Journal

10/09/2026

Take the next step in your professional development at Groundwater Week 2026! NGWA will offer its General Drilling and General Water Systems certification exams on December 8 in Las Vegas. Advance registration is required, and space is limited to just 25 participants per exam, so be sure to secure your spot early.

Learn more: https://www.ngwa.org/detail/news/2026/10/08/ngwa-certification-exams-will-be-offered-at-groundwater-week-2026

10/09/2026

Stay informed on what’s ahead for groundwater policy in Washington, D.C. Join NGWA on November 10 for a webinar with Ben Frech, NGWA Public Relations and Government Affairs Manager, as he discusses the 2026 midterm elections and what the results could mean for groundwater policy moving forward.

Register today: https://www.ngwa.org/detail/event/2026/11/10/default-calendar/after-the-midterms--what's-next-for-groundwater-policy-in-dc

10/08/2026

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has proposed a new rule aimed at strengthening groundwater protection near uranium in situ recovery sites. The proposed changes would establish clearer standards to help protect drinking water from radiological and non radiological contamination while also updating requirements for facility decommissioning timelines.

Learn more: https://www.ngwa.org/detail/news/2026/10/07/nrc-proposes-rule-to-protect-against-groundwater-contamination-near-uranium-in-situ-recovery-sites

10/08/2026

Build a business that’s made to last! At Groundwater Week 2026, the workshop “From Start-Up to Sustainable: Building a Business That Will Last” will focus on building a strong foundation for long-term success in the groundwater industry.

Join us December 8-10 in Las Vegas and take advantage of workshops designed to help you grow your knowledge, your business, and your future.

Learn more: https://youtu.be/lakuyhYSdBw?si=EkSizlt6I_FnJxuP

NEW – Certification Exams To Be Offered At Groundwater Week NGWA will be offering the General Drilling and General Water System Exams during Groundwater Week on Tuesday, December 8, 2026. Click here to learn more and sign up to take an exam. 2026 Keynote Presenter Announced NGWA is pleased to ann...

10/06/2026

Advancing reliable groundwater supplies takes innovation, expertise, and collaboration. Congratulations to Aestus LLC, City of Guymon Mesa Water Project, recipient of the 2026 Supply Project Award. This project will be recognized at Groundwater Week 2026, December 8-10 in Las Vegas. Join us as we celebrate excellence across the groundwater industry.

Register at GroundwaterWeek.com

10/06/2026

Early registration for Groundwater Week 2026 ends one month from today! Register by November 6 to secure early registration rates and join us in Las Vegas for three days of education, networking, an expansive exhibit hall, and opportunities to connect with groundwater professionals from across the industry!

Register today: groundwaterweek.com

10/05/2026

Data centers are reshaping groundwater demand, and sustainable water management is more important than ever. Join NGWA on December 7 in Las Vegas for the Data Centers, Groundwater, and Sustainable Water Management Forum to explore emerging challenges, practical strategies, and solutions for a more resilient water future. Attendees can earn 7 CEUs and save 25% when bundling the forum with Groundwater Week 2026!

Learn more and register: https://www.ngwa.org/detail/event/2026/12/07/default-calendar/data-centers--groundwater--and-sustainable-water-management-forum

As data center development accelerates across the United States, groundwater professionals, utilities, regulators, developers, and community stakeholders are increasingly being drawn into conversations about water supply, resource sustainability, infrastructure planning, and emerging cooling technol...