the michigan water environment association (MWEA)

MWEA, established in 1925, is one of Michigan's oldest organizations. MWEA represents almost 3,000 water quality professionals statewide who are dedicated to preserving, restoring and enhancing Michigan's water resources. MWEA is a member association of the Water Environment Federation (WEF), an international organization with more than 34,000 members worldwide.  MWEA brings together a diverse group of individuals whose careers involve the water environment and who have similar objectives from a variety of backgrounds.  MWEA provides a forum for all water environment topics. Through this forum a variety of objectives, strategies, and goals have been developed that will enhance the mission of the Association, expand the services provided to members, and result in the continued growth of the Association and its members.

Mission

As a water sector leader, our mission is to:.

• Provide bold leadership
• Champion innovation
• Connect water professionals
• Leverage knowledge to support clean and safe water

Upcoming Events

PFAS Seminar

8/21/2025

Seminar designed and hosted by the MWEA PFAS Coordination Committee. 
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large and complex class of anthropogenic compounds whose prevalence in the environment are an emerging, widespread  priority in environmental and human health. Th...

🍷 Michigan Night Rooftop Reception at 2025 WEFTEC in Chicago

9/29/2025

For those who will be attending 2025 WEFTEC in Chicago, you are cordially invited to our Michigan Night Rooftop Reception on the evening of Monday, September 29th at Avli on the Park. MWEA is celebrating 100 years as an organization in 2025 and we are planning an extra special celebration at WE...