This year, KJ’s own Travis Stevens, David Seymour, and Luke Werner will be among the presenters, sharing their expertise on innovative solutions and critical industry topics. Connect with us at WEFTEC to learn more about what KJ is doing in to improve water reuse and renewable energy strategies.
In addition to our speakers, KJ Utility Management Lead Aditya Ramamurthy is moderating a fantastic panel of asset management practitioners from around the country.
Tuesday, October 8 | 8:30 AM
Reclaimed Water Disinfection: Challenges and Solutions at Brightwater
Speaker: David Seymour
Are we over-disinfecting reclaimed water? Membrane bioreactor (MBR) systems producing reclaimed water often don’t account for how effective membranes are as a barrier to pathogens when it comes to design of the disinfection system. KJ Wastewater Treatment Lead David Seymour discusses how one design team is optimizing disinfection by accounting for MBR pathogen removal.
Tuesday, October 8 | 8:45 AM
Prepping your Wastewater for Future Potable Reuse
Speaker: Travis Stevens
Travis Stevens discusses the design of the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility (VRWF) with a focus on its inclusion in a future indirect or direct potable reuse project. The project used MBR technology with the EPA’s Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection Guidance Manual and the National Water Research Institute framework for UV design for compliance with both non-potable recycled water and future potable reuse requirements.
Wednesday, October 9 | 2:00 PM
The Challenges and Benefits of Renewable Natural Gas Production: An Oregon Story
Speaker: Luke Werner
KJ Biosolids Management Lead Luke Werner talks about the financial drivers, design, construction, and performance of a renewable natural gas (RNG) facility in Oregon. Takeaways include valuable lessons learned from this project.
Wednesday, October 9 | 10:30 AM
Outcome and Value Driven Asset Management – Of the People, For the People, By the People
Facilitator: Aditya Ramamurthy
Speakers: Mia Sabonovic, Portland Bureau of Environmental Services; Martin Tower, Austin Water; Keli Balo, San Diego Public Utilities Department; and Greg Hottinger, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District.
This interactive panel discussion will share how these peer organizations have implemented their asset management programs, sharing the value of asset management and lessons learned along the way. This session is perfect for any organization seeking to learn more about effective asset management practices.
Can’t make it to WEFTEC this year or didn’t have a chance to attend these talks?
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About Kennedy Jenks
Kennedy Jenks is a leading water and environmental engineering and environmental sciences firm that serves public agencies and private-sector clients with over 500 employees nationwide. The employee-owned firm delivers innovative design, construction, and technology solutions for water and environmental projects across the United States.
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