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Position Papers

The following WWEMA position papers represent the organization’s official stand on a number of different issues.

If you have questions or comments about any of the following WWEMA position papers, please contact Claudio Ternieden.

Click the titles below to view WWEMA position papers.

Buy America Questions/Issues/Recommendations (5/16/22)

The new Buy America requirements in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) that was signed on November 15, 2021 will have wide-ranging implications for future infrastructure projects. Based on two surveys conducted of WWEMA members and broader input from the water sector, WWEMA identifies the challenges and issues that need to be addressed and resolved to ensure that we are able to Build Back Better as a Nation (click here to view.)

Eliminating Failing Septic Systems (5/06/20)

As part of any major infrastructure effort, a systematic reduction with the ultimate objective of eliminating failing septic systems, needs to be implemented (click here to view).

Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Liability Protection (5/16/22)

WWEMA is asking for state and Federal policymakers to protect technology solution providers who are actively working to address our country’s PFAS contamination crisis from future liability (click here to view)

Peak Wet Weather Flow Management (4/05/19)

WWEMA is asking for state and Federal policymakers to protect technology solution providers who are actively working to address our country’s PFAS contamination crisis from future liability (click here to view)

Value-Based Procurement (11/2/16)

It is imperative that utilities engage in procurement practices that are efficient, fair, and maximize the value that public utility customers receive. Rather than awarding contracts to the lowest bidder, utilities should consider life cycle costs that include capital and operation and maintenance costs over the expected life of the asset (click here to view)