Who We Are
For 50 years, the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) has been the nation’s recognized leader in legislative, regulatory and legal advocacy on the full spectrum of clean water issues, as well as a top technical resource for water management, sustainability and ecosystem protection interests.
NACWA represents public wastewater and stormwater agencies of all sizes nationwide. The Association's unique and growing network strengthens the advocacy voice for all member utilities, and ensures they have the tools necessary to provide affordable and sustainable clean water for all.
Our vision is to represent every utility as a NACWA member, helping build a strong and sustainable clean water future.
What We Offer
Community
Our ever-growing member community is our greatest strength, with member utilities of every size--small, medium and large--and affiliates from every region of the US. The Association's multiple venues for in-person & digital peer-to-peer networking, high-impact events & work groups/committees, national awards programs, dedicated staff and more allow members to choose their level of engagement, and help take their organizations to the next level.For more information visit Member Benefits
Advocacy
As the nation’s recognized leader in legislative, regulatory and legal advocacy, we are the clean water sector's collective voice to EPA, Congress and government agencies nationwide. With open communication and a collaborative environment, ensure that NACWA's representation is inclusive and pragmatic as well as potent and forward-looking.
For more information visit Advocacy & AnalysisResources
Our wide array of publications provide practical, usable information for clean water utilities and affiliates to innovate and improve their operations, while maintaining affordability for all the communities they serve. Our regular advocacy alerts, legislative and regulatory news & updates, legal references, white papers and more ensure that clean water utilities and affiliates have the cutting knowledge base to make big decisions and plan for a clean water future.
For more information visit ResourcesFrom Waste to Wisdom - Houston’s Effective Water Conservation Campaign
In July 2022, Houston Public Works conceived and launched the Give Water a Break campaign – a comprehensive educational and outreach program, carefully tailored to address the city's unique water-related issues and foster a culture of water conservation. The campaign was underpinned by captivating graphics and catchy slogans designed to overhaul the mindset of Houstonians from wasting because you can, to conserving because you should.
Once the aesthetic and branding of the Give Water a Break campaign were honed, a wealth of educational materials were developed. These materials included an array of resources such as social media graphics, flyers, trifold brochures, posters, videos, displays, stickers, magnets, and event giveaways, all of which were crafted to focus on general water conservation education and promote drought awareness.
The outreach efforts of the campaign were both diverse and far-reaching. In its inaugural year, the campaign's outreach team actively participated in 81 outreach events, spanning HOA meetings, school events, summer camps, conferences, festivals, and more. These events collectively reached an impressive 58,428 people.
The campaign's dedicated webpage became a pivotal source of information, featuring downloadable resources and crucial details about the current drought stage, water conservation tips, outreach events, outreach programs, and other water-related campaigns specific to Houston. Throughout the year, the webpage garnered an impressive total of 99,592 visits.
To further amplify the campaign's message, Houston Public Works tapped into an array of promotional channels. These included email blasts, water bill messaging, and social media promotion. Furthermore, captivating pop-up displays, custom chalk stencils, and digital kiosks were strategically deployed, while paid advertising campaigns, encompassing Google ads, YouTube ads, Hulu ads, TV ads, and radio ads, resulted in 17.9 million impressions.
The resounding success of the Give Water a Break campaign was echoed throughout the community, embraced by the media, and supported by elected officials. Its compelling visuals routinely captured attention at in-person events, sparking meaningful conversations and opportunities for education. The digital advertising component also exceeded industry standards, boasting a significantly higher click-through rate. Looking ahead, Houston Public Works is committed to sustaining and expanding the Give Water a Break campaign and the educational resources it offers. This endeavor promises to play a pivotal role in ensuring a sustainable and water-conscious future for Houston.
NACWA awarded Houston Public Works a 2024 National Environmental Achievement Award in the Public Information & Education: Educational Program category for its valuable program. Congratulations to everyone involved!
Board Of Directors
NACWA's Board of Directors embodies the clean water sector's most accomplished leadership, informed by decades of collective experience and expertise in water utility operation and management. The Board leads NACWA's governance, allowing it to serve its members with focus and integrity.
Staff Directory
The Association is its people. And NACWA's dedicated staff defines the organization's commitment to passionate advocacy, forward thinking leadership and ethical service to members and the clean water community as a whole. They're dedicated and energetic. They're also a lot of fun. Give us a ring...
Member Agencies & Affiliates
The strength of NACWA is its member agencies and affiliates, from publicly-owned wastewater treatment agencies to corporate affiliates from throughout the clean water management chain. Our unique and growing network strengthens the advocacy voice for all members, ensuring they have the tools and expertise necessary to help shape the clean water landscape both locally and nationally.
Committees
NACWA’s committee structure invites Association members to work collectively to shape national clean water policy. NACWA’s committees not only help develop the Association's positions on policy and legislation, they help build and foster NACWA's peer-to-peer networking strength, while achieving key initiatives that benefit all members.
Awards
Each year, NACWA recognizes the outstanding commitment, innovation and achievements of individuals and agencies through our national awards programs. From contributions to environmental protection, to diligence in compliance, to even intangible positive impact. NACWA is honored to highlight service excellence within the clean water sector.
Join NACWA
Engage and collaborate with member utilities of all sizes—small, medium and large—with affiliates/stakeholders from all regions of the country. Membership is not only a path to improving operations or enhancing professional development, it’s a unique opportunity to join the strongest unified voice for shared clean water interests nationwide.