by Sami Stroud | Jan 9, 2026 | Small Water Systems, Workforce Development
Small water systems play a crucial role, serving millions of people across rural and suburban communities in the U.S. These systems consistently face pressures from aging infrastructure, limited staffing, and rising regulatory demands. As digital technologies advance,...
by Sami Stroud | Jan 7, 2026 | Utility Management, Wastewater, Workforce Development
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly growing technology that is increasingly integrated into modern software. AI systems are trained on vast amounts of data using algorithms designed to mimic human reasoning. One of the most familiar examples is chatbots, which...
by Shannon Pepper | Sep 8, 2025 | Workforce Development
Image by Van Tay Media, Unsplash Introduction Water utility operators are quiet guardians of public health that ensure our communities have safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater service, often without the public even noticing their vital work. Water utilities...
by Sami Stroud | Jul 15, 2025 | General Management & Finance, Resilience, Utility Management, Workforce Development
Image Source: Shutterstock User @llucky78 The water sector keeps communities safe, economies running, and ecosystems healthy, but it’s been facing a quiet crisis (and I’m not referring to the aging pipes). Across the country, water utilities are under strain. One in...
by Shannon Pepper | Mar 18, 2025 | GIS, Workforce Development
Valeria Cortes-Mora As a Geography student, my work at the Southwest Environmental Finance Center (SWEFC) has allowed me to apply classroom knowledge to impactful projects. From satellite imagery analysis to designing GIS dashboards, my work has strengthened my...
by Shannon Pepper | Sep 4, 2024 | Managerial & Financial Leadership, Workforce Development
Image credit: Dream Logo Creation / Shutterstock.com In today’s workforce, technical skills alone are no longer sufficient to succeed. While technical skills and knowledge in your field are imperative, young professionals must cultivate social and emotional...
