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EFC Event: Water for Texas 2017: Innovation at Work
Alternative Project Delivery Models
Hosted by: Texas Water Development Board
Live event
Monday, January 23, 2017 to Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Austin TX
The conference showcased innovative scientific, planning, and financial solutions to water challenges; interactive data and technology; and compelling conversations on water issues that affect all Texans. Panel discussions, workshops, and exhibits offered the exclusive opportunity to network and engage with industry leaders, elected officials, and TWDB Board members and staff. Jeff Hughes presented research on alternative water service delivery models.
Conference topics included:
- Conservation and innovative water technologies
- Groundwater science
- 2017 State Water Plan
- Geographic data services
- Water Data Interactive
- Flood funding initiatives
- TWDB's financial assistance programs
- Alternative project delivery
- Texas water policy
Click here for more information.
Program: Drinking Water and Wastewater
Event Presentations
Risks and Rewards of Alternative Water Project Delivery Methods
Jeff HughesWater for Texas 2017: Innovation at Work
Texas Water Development Board
05/25/2017
Jeff Hughes presented findings from a recent EFC research project on alternative delivery mechanisms at the 2017 Water for Texas Conference, a showcase of innovative scientific, planning, and financial solutions to water challenges.