Committee Vision and Goals

Our vision is to explore emerging technologies and innovative approaches within the water
community, supporting the advancement of cutting-edge solutions to address Florida’s evolving
water challenges. By fostering a network of experts, stakeholders, and innovators, we aim to
create a dynamic forum for communication, collaboration, and knowledge sharing focused on
the adoption of new technologies and innovative ideas.

More specifically, this committee aims to:

• Facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experience related to current innovations.
• Connect relevant groups involved or interested in water and related technological advancements.
• Organize an annual workshop to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration.
• Support the communication of technology readiness, including demonstration and field testing, for emerging or innovative technologies and approaches.
• Promote dialogue with regulators to advance the implementation of technological innovation.
• Strengthen collaboration between utilities, vendors, consultants and local universities.
  
  

Who Should Join?

This committee welcomes anyone interested in learning about, discussing, evaluating, and
advancing innovative solutions for the water industry, including:

• Utility managers
• Water and wastewater operators
• Equipment suppliers & manufacturers
• Consultants
• Regulators and other government stakeholders
• University students, faculty and researchers
• Laboratory professionals
• Anyone passionate about emerging technologies and innovations in the water industry

Committee Officers

2024 - 2025

Chair
Jennifer Nyfennegger
Carollo Engineers

Past-Chair
Tim Ware, P.E.
Arcadius U.S., Inc.

Leadership positions for this newly formed committee are currently available. Please contact Jennifer Nyfennegger at jstokke@carollo.com to join!

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