WHAT IS OPERATORS EXCHANGE ?

​Operator Exchange is a NEWEA Program that matches up New England states each year to swap operations professionals for a two-day tour and knowledge transfer (expenses paid). This exciting program is aimed at the exchange of information and best practices for wastewater treatment to support excellence in operations. CTWEA is working with DEEP to seek TCHs for participation in this event. 

HOW DO I APPLY ?

​CTWEA is currently planning for the 2023 Operator Exchange.  This year, Connecticut will be paired up with Rhode Island and the visit to the Ocean State will occur September 6-8.  All licensed operators in Connecticut are welcome to apply for consideration.  Deadline for apply is June 30th with selected applicant notified by July 10th. 

2022 HIGHLIGHTS

Last year, Connecticut and Massachusetts were paired up for the exchange. Rob Butler of the Town of South Windsor was selected to participate on behalf of CT, and visited four facilities in MA (Upper Blackstone WPCF, Uxbridge WWCF, Middleborough WWCF and Brockton WWCF). CT tours were hosted in New Haven (East Shore WPAF), Meriden, Hartford (Metropolitan District Commission) and Manchester (Hockanum WPCF). Thank you to the facilities who provided tours!
CTDEEP HAS APPROVED 2 CEU's (20 contact hours) FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE OPERATIONS CHALLENGE