AWWA - State of the Water Industry 2026

AWWA's annual report on State of the Water Industry provides insight into the areas currently affecting the water industry.  These concerns include aging operational staff, aging infrastructure, infrastructure renewal, greater capital needs and increased water rates.  The report also provides insight into other key areas of importance including supply chain issues, effects of climate change on our water systems, cyber security risks, and planning for the future in an ever changing and challenging industry.  Water utilities are also embracing the importance of investing in new technology that will help the water industry evolve to realize the benefits of digital transformation without compromising security or reliability. To read the report see AWWA's State of the Water Industry for 2026's report.