AWRA-NCRS Events (2023- 2024)
2024 National Capital Region Water Resources Symposium
Federal Funding Access for Emerging Water Resources and Water Infrastructure Challenges
Friday, April 12, 2024
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
University of the District of Columbia (UDC)
UDC Student Center – Level 1
4200 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington DC 20008
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2024 National Capital Region Water Resources Symposium
University of the District of Columbia - Student Center
4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
The 12th National Capital Region Water Resources Symposium will be held April 12, 2024 at the University of the District of Columbia. This one-day symposium brings together experts from governmental agencies, academia, the private sector, and nonprofits to discuss challenges and opportunities for sustainable management of water resources and infrastructure in the region, as well as nationally and internationally. The Symposium Program includes Plenary Session (9:00 a.m.- Noon), Concurrent Sessions for oral presentations (1:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.) and Poster Presentations (9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.).
We have a host of presentations and posters in all areas of water resources management and water infrastructure including but not limited to:
- Emerging smart technologies and data management systems
- Climate change and water resources (including water & energy nexus)
- Watershed science, groundwater studies, water ecosystems, stormwater management
- Emerging contaminants in water
- Innovations in water treatment technologies
- Uses of alternative water sources in urban settings
- Information technology and cybersecurity
- Socio-economics and water policy
- Social justice and equity in water management
Student Poster Competition: Each year, the AWRA-NCRS offers 2 awards ($100 and $50) and certificates to winners of the poster competition. To qualify, a student should be the poster first author and the poster presenter.
AWRA-NCRS
Board of Directors and Program Committee
Contact: Norelis Florentino, VP and Symposium Chair (email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
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Membership Meeting
Recent Highlights from DOEE’s Water Quality Division Program
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Doors open: 5:30 p.m. Presentation & Discussion: 6:45 p.m
Jointly Hosted by AWRA-NCRS and LimnoTech
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Agenda
5:30 – 6:45 Networking Reception (Refreshments provided)
6:45 – 6:50 Welcome and Announcements
Anouk Savvineau
Principal and Senior Water Resources Engineer, LimnoTech
6:50 – 8:00 Technical Presentation and Discussion
Matt Gallagher – Planning and Reporting Branch Chief in the Water Quality Division, DC Department of Energy & Environment
Alicia Ritzenthaler – Environmental Protection Specialist, DC Department of Energy & Environment
Heather Bourne – Senior Environmental Scientist, LimnoTech
Brad Udvardy – Senior Environmental Engineer, LimnoTech
Please join us at the next AWRA NCRS meeting to learn about important recent work coming out of the DC Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) Water Quality Division. DOEE’s Water Quality Division monitors and tracks the water quality within the District and implements programs to improve the health of DC’s rivers and streams.
At this meeting, DOEE will discuss the development of their Rapid Stream Assessment public data dashboard, which shows the results from DOEE’s ongoing efforts to assess the condition of the stream network within the District and identify potential stream health issues that may require remedial action. DOEE will also showcase the new Stream Condition Index, which is a report card for DC’s 25 wadable streams. Lastly, DOEE will also share their recently released 2023 MS4 Permit story map.
REGISTRATION: Students - $5; Members -$10, Non-Members -$15
Professional Development Hour (PDH) certificates provided for attendance.
Please register online by 5:00 p.m Monday, February 5, 2024 [Registration Link]
or email Laura Chap/Membership Chair at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The meeting will take place in the 11th Floor Penthouse Conference Space at 1015 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036 (google map link), and is accessible via the red, orange, blue and silver lines. The nearest metro stops are Farragut North (red line), Farragut West (blue, orange, and silver lines) – each are within a 2-block walk from the office. Privately operated garage parking is available in the adjacent building.
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Membership Meeting
Interagency Cooperation to Develop the DC Integrated Flood Model
Thursday, November 09, 2023
Opening: 5:30 p.m. Presentation & Discussion: 6:30 p.m. Wrap Up: 7:30 p.m.
Jointly Hosted by AWRA-NCRS and Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Catholic University of America
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Agenda
5:30 – 6:15 Networking Reception (Refreshments provided)
6:30 – 6:40 Welcome and Announcements
Arash Massoudieh, PhD
Professor and Chair, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Catholic University of America
6:40 – 7:30 Presentations and Discussions
Lily Cheng, LEED AP, CPHD – DC Department of Energy & Environment
Christine Estes, PE, PMP, CFM – AECOM
Alireza Parhami, PE – DC Water
The District of Columbia is particularly vulnerable to flooding given its proximity to two tidal rivers. AECOM has been supporting the DC Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) in the design and development of an Integrated Flood Model (IFM), which leverages existing hydrodynamic data from DOEE, DC Water, USACE, FEMA, and other sources to better understand the mechanisms and extents of flooding from riverine, tidal, and rainfall/drainage sources. This presentation will provide background into the development of the IFM, its use in building resilience to flooding hazards, and prioritizing capital improvements throughout the district.
Additionally, the panelists will discuss other existing and future projects that will enable the district to provide a more resilient urban environment for its residents.
REGISTRATION: Students - $5; Members -$10, Non-Members -$15
Professional Development Hour (PDH) certificates provided for attendance.
Please register online by 5:00 p.m Thursday, November 9, 2023 here
or email Laura Chap/Membership Chair at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The meeting will take place in the Scullen Room in Pangborn Hall (A campus map can be obtained here)
Pangborn Hall is easily accessed from the Brookland/CUA metro station. Street parking is available on John McCormack Rd, NE, which is adjacent to Pangborn Hall.
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