DC Water Celebrates World Water Monitoring Day

September 15, 2010

DC Water joins the Water Environment Federation, the International Water Association, and other environmental organizations, watershed groups, government agencies, businesses and citizens to kick off World Water Monitoring Day 2010. DC Water is a proud supporter of this annual education and outreach program that raises awareness and promotes the importance of monitoring the condition of our valuable water resources.

WHAT: Following a brief program, DC Water representatives will conduct hands-on water quality tests with participants, discuss how water is recycled, and distribute information on water quality. For additional details, visit www.worldwatermonitoringday.org.

WHEN: Thursday, September 16 at 9:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Hains Point – East Potomac Park,Ohio Drive, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20024

WHO: Alan R. Heymann, DC Water Public Affairs Director
DC Water Outreach Staff

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