Labor Resources for Utility Managers

  1. How Water Industry Privatization Failure Is Harming UK's Climate Goals 4/22/2025
    Whether it's the astronomical energy bills, inadequate flood defence systems putting entire villages underwater, or the record levels of sewage rendering our fresh waterways no-go zones, Britain is now waking up to the harsh realities of outsourcing its utilities to private companies that exist purely to make a profit.
  2. Closing The Workforce Skills Gap On Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning At Water Utilities 2/21/2025
    Although artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have been under development and talked about for years, the practical implementation of these technologies came fast and furious. Now, with their rapid growth across all industries, many are feeling overwhelmed — especially water workers. This Q&A explores how and why utilities should embrace AI and ML.
  3. Building Tomorrow's Wastewater Treatment Systems... And Workforce 1/17/2025

    Engineering Tomorrow, a national education nonprofit dedicated to fostering a more diverse and expansive engineering workforce, recently engaged thousands of students across the country in an interactive lab on wastewater treatment and related careers in partnership with Engineers Without Borders USA.

  4. The Compounding Benefits Of Driving A Safety-Conscious Culture 1/7/2025
    On the collaborative path toward a safer workplace, employers and employees can discover a whole lot more.
  5. 5 Tips For Maintaining Your Industrial Water Treatment Plant For Optimal Performance 11/19/2024
    By implementing the tips outlined in this article, you can significantly enhance the performance of your industrial water treatment plant. Regular inspections, careful monitoring, and proper maintenance not only ensure operational efficiency but also help prevent costly issues and maintain compliance with regulations.
  6. The Importance Of Youth Engagement In Water Conservation And Environmental Initiatives 10/22/2024
    In a recent episode of The Water Online Show, co-host Travis Kennedy and I had the pleasure of welcoming Moalie Jose, a dedicated board member of the Maryland Environmental Service and a talented engineer with Hazen and Sawyer. The conversation revolved around Moalie's impactful initiatives aimed at advancing water and environmental causes in the Baltimore community.
  7. New Approaches To "Old" Water Issues 9/6/2024

    A look at the latest thinking on some longstanding but still very relevant concerns — replacing water pipelines and workers.

  8. Is Your Current Excavator Up To The Challenge Of Modern Water Projects? 9/6/2024
    Digging may seem rudimentary, but there are important factors to consider for improving costs and outcomes when renewing pipelines and other water infrastructure.
  9. An Honorable Profession 8/6/2024

    When I was a kid, baseball cards were hot stuff — collecting them, trading them, flipping them, poring over the photos on the front and statistics on the back. But if you told me that someday collectors in Japan would be going from city to city to seek out trading cards featuring manhole cover art ...well, that would have sounded as strange as trying to sell me a card featuring Willie Mays in a Dodgers uniform.

  10. Enhancing Safety In Water Treatment Facilities: Best Practices And Training Strategies For PPE Compliance 7/19/2024
    Water treatment plants are essential for ensuring that our water supply is safe and clean. However, these facilities are not without their hazards. Workers face a variety of risks, including exposure to harmful chemicals, biological contaminants, heavy machinery accidents, and slips due to wet surfaces.