The Community Water Academy (CWA) provides EBMUD customers and community leaders a rare opportunity to learn about EBMUD’s water and wastewater systems through interactive, behind-the-scenes tours and staff presentations.
Participants leave the CWA with a deeper understanding of how EBMUD manages, operates, and maintains our East Bay and Upcountry facilities and watershed land. Topics include water treatment and distribution, investments in infrastructure, finances, diversity and equity, community programs and more.
Upon successful completion of the CWA program, participants are considered Community Water Ambassadors who are better able to educate their communities and constituents on these important local water issues.
The 2025 Community Water Academy sessions will be held every Wednesday in April from 4:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. at various EBMUD facilities, as well as a full-day bus tour to Pardee Reservoir and Dam and the Mokelumne Fish Hatchery on Friday, April 18, 2025. Participants are expected to attend ALL in-person sessions for completion of the program. More details on the itinerary.
The Application period for 2025 wILL oPEN ON jANUARY 13, 2025
Who should apply? We welcome applicants 18 years and over who live and/or work within our service area or our upcountry watershed area.
The Community Water Academy would benefit community and civic leaders, non-profit leaders, educators, local government staff, and elected officials.
Space is limited. Applicants not selected for a session may be put on a waitlist for consideration in a future session.
What does it cost? There is no charge to attend, but there may be a reportable value due to food, beverages, and other items provided. Participants will be required to provide their own transportation to each session. Parking will be provided at most sessions except for the final session which will require on-street parking.
For more information or questions contact education@ebmud.com or call 510-287-0141.