Call for Papers
The PA Section of AWWA is thrilled to announce that the Call for Papers is officially OPEN!
PA-AWWA is getting ready for the upcoming Annual Conference & Expo, and we’d love for you to be part of it! We invite you to contribute to the success of this event by submitting papers and abstracts. Your knowledge and experiences are important to our community, and we’re excited to share the great work happening in our region.
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT: October 31, 2025
SUGGESTED TECHNICAL TOPICS
Artificial Intelligence
Surface Water Treatment | Ground Water Treatment
Pumping
Residuals
Energy Management & Controls
Technologies
Distribution
Operations
Asset Management
Construction
Regulatory
Sustainability, Resiliency, & Climate Change
CRITERIA for SELECTION
Individuals desiring to present at the PA Section 2025 Annual Conference should submit an abstract (100 words or less).
Abstracts should only include concise information.
Abstracts should be submitted in a PDF format.
Abstracts must be presented in-person at the conference.
Please note that we will only consider submissions that follow the above requirements.
Conference Overview
We're thrilled you enjoyed our annual conference, packed with diverse technical sessions—from insightful workshops to interactive demonstrations, there was something for everyone! Learning about the water industry's rich history always inspires our team.
A major highlight was Hydrant Hysteria, an incredible display of speed and competitive spirit. We were also fascinated by the creative engineering behind tank building, even the designs that ultimately didn't "hold water," and enjoyed learning the nuances of water tasting from the pros.
This successful event wouldn't be possible without our dedicated Board, speakers, moderators, and volunteers. Their hard work makes it all happen!
Remember, the annual conference is just one of many opportunities PA-AWWA offers. We have educational and social events throughout the year in your District. If you have ideas for training or courses, please let our ED/Tech Council know—we can help bring them to life!
We're already looking forward to next year's conference in State College on May 4-6, 2026. Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for being part of such an incredible experience!
Save the Date
Mark your calendars! PA-AWWA is thrilled to announce our annual conference will be held at Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center – State College, PA – on May 4-6, 2026! Join us for two days of engaging technical sessions, inspiring speakers, and invaluable networking opportunities. Prepare to deepen your knowledge, connect with industry leaders, and experience the spirited atmosphere of this dynamic university town. We can't wait to see you there!
MANAGEMENT SLIDES
TECHNICAL SLIDES
Executing a System-Wide Meter Upgrade - Terry Funk, PE; GFT
Ice Pigging - Advanced Pipe-Cleaning Technology - Blake Murphy; American Pipeline Solutions
Water Tank Rehabs: Steps to Make Them Easy and Lasting - Christine Gunsallus; The Tank Queen, LLC
Tracer Studies to Determine Baffling Factor - Terry Funk, PE; GFT
Building a New Tank? What the Tankies Want You to Know - Christine Gunsallus; The Tank Queen, LLC
DBIA SLIDES
Owners Advisor OA - Mark Pickering; GHD
PFAS Pennvest Funding - Kyra Boston; GFT | Rachel Govelovich; GFT