by Southwest EFC | Aug 12, 2026 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Access to Water Funding Sources, Access to Water/ Wastewater Funding Sources, Funding Pipeline to Success, Small Water Systems, Wastewater
Photo credit: Tucker Colvin There is currently a big need for infrastructure funding for drinking water and wastewater utilities. But for so many small and rural communities with limited staff, it can be hard to access funding. If...
by Southwest EFC | Aug 11, 2026 | Communications and Outreach, Community Engagement, PFAS, Pollution & Water Quality, Wastewater
We know you are passionate about water, but is there something else you love to do? If so, how can you tap into that to reach your community? Meet Marissa! She invites us to think “outside the tank” and to translate and share complex wastewater and water...
by Southwest EFC | Aug 7, 2026 | Compliance with Wastewater Regulations, Policy and Legislation, Wastewater
Small systems do not need to be caught off guard when it comes to new wastewater regulations! Listen in on this conversation where the whole process is explained and what small systems can do to stay in the know. Additional Information: EPA | National Pollutant...
by Southwest EFC | Aug 4, 2026 | Green Infrastructure, Pollution & Water Quality, Stormwater, Wastewater
Learn about the myriad considerations for green schoolyard design from a landscape architect’s perspective. Adam De Foor-White, PLA, ASLA shares his insights and experience for those who may be considering a green schoolyard for their school. This podcast is a...
by Southwest EFC | Jul 31, 2026 | Green Infrastructure, Pollution & Water Quality, Stormwater, Treatment Processes, Wastewater
Every time it rains, water washing off roads and highways carries pollutants into nearby streams, rivers, and estuaries. One of the most concerning pollutants is 6PPD-quinone (6PPDQ), a chemical byproduct of a common tire rubber additive that is among the most toxic...
by Southwest EFC | Jul 28, 2026 | Data Management, Operations & Maintenance, Stormwater, Utility Management, Wastewater
In this episode, Eva Schwendimann from the SW EFC discusses the basics of sewer smoke testing in sanitary sewer systems with Mike Rivera. Mike is a Water and Wastewater Utility Specialist at the SW EFC and has a background of working with Water and Wastewater in New...
