Jul 23, 2025
The Rudolfs Medal was established in 1949 and is named after Willem Rudolfs, an active WEF member and primary force in industrial waste research. This award recognizes noteworthy accomplishments in
Jan 24, 2025
Recognizes significant contributions to groundwater science or engineering research published in a WEF or WEF Member Association periodical. In honor of Dr. Jack McKee, the 1962-63 president of the
Jul 23, 2025
The Eddy Medal honors Harrison Prescott Eddy, a prominent engineer and a pioneer in the field of wastewater treatment. The medal is awarded for research that makes a vital contribution to the
Jan 14, 2026
In honor of Thomas R. Camp, an outstanding educator, consultant and writer whose contributions to applied research have guided design criteria in many aspects of water pollution control.
Recognizes
Jan 14, 2026
The Collection System Award is presented to an individual for contributions to the advancement of the state of the art wastewater collection.
Criteria: Member in good standing of the Water
Jan 14, 2026
This award commemorates the service of the first president of the Federation, Charles Alvin Emerson, who served from 1928 to 1941, and was its first honorary member. This award is presented to an
Jan 14, 2026
The Engelbrecht International Service Award was named in memory of Richard S. Engelbrecht, who served as Federation President in 1977-78. This award recognizes sustained and significant
Jan 14, 2026
This award is presented to an individual member of the Water Environment Federation whose significant career contributions to the Federation and the water environment profession merit
Jan 14, 2026
Recognizes accomplishments of the media, journalists and others whose profession is outside of the water environment profession field. This medal is in memory of Harry E. Schlenz, who served as
Jan 14, 2026
Presented for significant contributions to the Water Environment Federation and to the wastewater collection and treatment industry.
Criteria: Member in good standing of the Water Environment
