NACWA's Return on Investment

NACWA provides clear and concise analysis of legislative, regulatory and legal developments and trends allowing members to make informed decisions with confidence. NACWA’s weekly, Clean Water Current and regulatory, legal, legislative and communications Alerts & Updates keep members informed and engaged on the latest developments that affect the operation and management of clean water utilities.

NACWA ensures its members unique perspective is heard and that they are part of a unified voice shaping decisions in Washington. With unprecedented relationships across Congress, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and key stakeholders, our advocacy ensures your voice has a direct impact on federal policy. NACWA additionally amplifies your stories in the media and in the nation’s courtrooms, highlighting utility’s vital role in their communities and the environment.

NACWA’s knowledgeable, accessible National Office staff are on the front lines, ensuring our utility members’ voices are heard and that federal regulatory, legal, and legislative decisions are based on sound science, smart engineering, and rational economic considerations before Congress, in the courts and with the United States EPA. They serve as an "on‐call" resource to member agency leadership and their staff.

NACWA’s suite of virtual and in-person events, as well as regional utility executive dialogues provide unmatched opportunities for peer-to-peer connection and collaboration on shared clean water challenges and best practice solutions. Check out our Events At A Glance.

NACWA’s dynamic online discussion platform, the ENGAGE NETWORK, connects its members and facilitates vital sharing and solution-oriented conversation among over 7,000 clean water professionals nationwide. 

NACWA’s Clean Water Careers  connects members with top talent within the sector as well allowing them to explore a range of exciting new position opportunities.

NACWA’s Standing Committees and Workgroups invite members to work in partnership to shape national clean water policy and offer an opportunity to engage with other utility leaders in a collaborative setting on key issues.

NACWA Award Programs bring national recognition to our members’ commitment to innovation and environmental compliance. Participation in these programs support members’ ability to build trust and confidence within their community, supporting the development of new programs or rate increases, and showcase the positive impact utilities have on their customers’ lives.

NACWA provides its members with a variety of tools and resources, including a Congressional Toolbox to help facilitate advocacy with Members of Congress, an annual Clean Water Index to help utilities benchmark their rates and a triennial Financial Survey containing vital capital and operations financial data. Additionally, the Association provides timely resources such as the Communications Toolkit for PFAS and Biosolids – a comprehensive resource that supports your utility’s ability to respond to inquiries from the public, press or political leaders about these issues.

Through its partnership with Core Consulting, NACWA offers the CORE Leadership program, advancing leadership development and strategic thinking for clean water professionals. Additionally, the Association collaborates with partners in the water sector and the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School to provide executive leadership development through the Water & Wastewater Leadership Center.