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David Dzombak
PhD, PE, BCEE, DWRE, NAE
Carnegie Mellon University
Scientists' Luncheon: Interbasin Transfers and Water Risk in the United States
Organized by WEF, AEESP, and AAEES
Monday, September 23, 2019 | 12:00-1:30 pm
The Water Environment Federation (WEF), the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP), and the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES) are pleased to present the 2019 WEFTEC Scientists' Luncheon speaker, Dr. David Dzombak. This luncheon speaker is invited to discuss a topic of relevance to the practice and application of research. Dr. Dzombak has chosen to discuss the timely issue of water risk in the context of demand based on his many years of research. Tickets are available for purchase on https://weftec.org/attend/register/about-registration/. Join your fellow scientists and practitioners for this exciting opportunity to connect with each other and hear from one of the brightest minds in the water sector.
Dr. Dzombak's Abstract
Regions of the United States face varying levels of risk related to water supply in comparison to water demand. Interbasin transfers have been implemented over time in part to address this water risk. In this talk I will present the results of a recent inventory of existing interbasin transfers (IBTs) in the U.S. and an analysis of why and when they were built. To provide a framework for assessment of potential future pressure for IBTs, a county-level U.S. Water Risk Index (WRI) was developed using various criteria including change in demand, use of groundwater, and proportion of surface water supply used. The analysis accounted for natural importation of water between counties but did not include IBTs. I will present results of this analysis with and will discuss some of the highest risk counties and regions. The WRI analysis and IBT inventory are potentially useful to help identify solutions for mitigating risks to water supplies.
Dr. Dzombak's Biography
Dr. Dzombak is the Hamerschlag University Professor and Head of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon. The emphasis of his research and teaching is on water quality engineering, water resource sustainability, and energy-environment- issues. At Carnegie Mellon he also has served as Associate Dean for Graduate and Faculty Affairs for the College of Engineering (2006-2010), as Director of the Steinbrenner Institute for Environmental Education and Research (2007-2013), and as Interim Vice Provost of Sponsored Programs (November 2012-August 2013).
Dr. Dzombak received his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1986. He also holds an M.S. in Civil Engineering (1981) and a B.S. in Civil Engineering (1980) from Carnegie Mellon, and a B.A. in Mathematics from Saint Vincent College (1980). He is a registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, a Board Certified Environmental Engineer, a Diplomate Water Resources Engineer, and a member of the National Academy of Engineering.
Dr. Dzombak's research and professional interests include: aquatic chemistry; fate and transport of chemicals in water, soil, and sediment; water and wastewater treatment; in situ and ex situ soil and sediment treatment; industrial waste management; abandoned mine drainage remediation; climate change adaptation for infrastructure; water resource sustainability; energy and environment; population and environment; and public communication of environmental engineering and science. He has published numerous articles in leading environmental engineering and science journals; book chapters; articles for the popular press; and three books. He also has a wide range of consulting experience.
His professional service activity has included the National Academies Roundtable on Science and Technology for Sustainability (2013-present); the National Academies Roundtable on Unconventional Hydrocarbon Development (2015-present); the National Academies Water Science and Technology Board (2014-present); the ASCE Committee on Education (2018-present); the EPA Science Advisory Board (2002-2016); the DoD Strategic Environmental Research and Development Science Advisory Board (2013-2016); Editorial Advisory Board for ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering (2012-2016); Associate Editor of Environmental Science & Technology (2005-2012); Editorial Board of Water Environment Research (1993-1998) and Ground Water (1991-1993); Chair, Board of Directors, AEESP Foundation (2012-2014); Board of Directors and Officer (Treasurer) of the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (1996-1999); chair of committees for the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists, American Society of Civil Engineers, and Water Environment Federation; advisory committees for Allegheny County, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and numerous universities and organizations.
Dr. Dzombak was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 2008. Other recognitions include election as Fellow of AEESP (2013), the Water Environment Federation (2012), and the American Society of Civil Engineers (2002); an honorary Doctor of Science degree from Saint Vincent College (2010); Jack Edward McKee Medal (2000) and the Harrison Prescott Eddy Medal (1993) from the Water Environment Federation; Aldo Leopold Leadership Program Fellowship from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation (2000); Distinguished Lecturer Award (2011) and Distinguished Service Award (1999, 2015) from AEESP; Simon W. Freese Environmental Engineering Award (2014) and the Walter L. Huber Civil Engineering Research Prize (1997) from the American Society of Civil Engineers; and National Science Foundation Presidential Young Investigator Award (1991).
2019 Environmental Symposium
Current and Future Environmental Challenges
Thursday, October 10, 2019 | Red Barn 20 | Cazenovia, NY
The American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES) is hosting a one-day environmental symposium in Cazenovia, New York. Leading professionals from Central New York with environmental specialties of water, wastewater, and solid waste will speak on current and future challenges and how to manage them in a sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective way. Attendees can earn up to six PDH credits.
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8:00 - 8:25 AM |
Registration and Coffee |
8:25 - 8:30 AM |
Welcome
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8:30 - 9:30 AM |
Current Challenges Facing Central New York from a Regulatory Perspective |
9:30 - 10:30 AM |
Innovative Approaches to Upgrade City's Infrastructure |
10:30 - 10:45 AM |
Break |
10:45 - 11:45 AM |
Fostering Onondaga Lake Watershed Stewardship through Community-Based Restoration Projects |
11:45 - 1:00 PM |
Lunch and Networking |
1:00 - 2:00 PM |
WEP's Asset Management Program: Building a Foundation Today for the Challenges We Will Face Tomorrow |
2:00 - 3:00 PM |
Optimizing and Expanding Technology for a Sustainable Future: Following the SUEZ-Mohawk Valley Water Authority Partnership |
3:00 - 4:00 PM |
The Recycling Riptide: Strong Currents Challenging Sustainable Solid Waste Management |
4:00 - 4:05 PM |
Summary and Adjournment |
Event Registration
$100.00 -- AAEES Members
$125.00 -- Non Members
$25.00 -- AAEES Student Members*
*You must be an AAEES Student Member to qualify for this fee. Click here to sign up for free Student Membership.
Registration Link: http://bit.ly/2019CNYSymposium
If you need to register offline, click here to download a registration form that you may submit with your check or money order.
Symposium Address
Red Barn 20
2527 NYS Route 20
Cazenovia, NY 13035
315.345.9174
Hotel Registration
The Linklaen House
79 Albany Street
Cazenovia, NY 13035
315.655.3461
2019 AAEES Annual West Coast Event
Climate Change: Water and Wastewater Agencies Adaptation and Resiliency
October 17, 2019
The American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES) is presenting a dinner and networking seminar on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at the Southern California Coastal Water Research Project.
 James Stahl, |
 Steve Weisberg, |
 Traci Minamide, |
 Robert Ferrante, |
 Jim Herberg, |
 Mike McNutt |
5:00 PM Registration | 5:30 PM Dinner | 6:30 PM Presentations | 8:15 PM Questions and Answers
The American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES) is dedicated to excellence in the practice of environmental engineering to ensure the public health safety and welfare. This year, the United States is experiencing one of the wettest winters on record, and Los Angeles just experienced the coldest February since 1877. From 2012 through 2016, California experienced a severe drought. In 2018, the Western United States battled wildfires in numbers and sizes never before seen. These extreme events are believed by experts to be the consequences of climate change. Is Southern California prepared for these changes? Come find out how climate change impacts might affect our infrastructure and what agency leaders are doing to prepare.
Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board Member Jim Stahl will tee up the discussion with a brief summary of adaptation priorities. Executive Director Steve Weisberg will relate impacts to decisions that water quality managers will be faced with in developing their response strategies. Chief Engineer and GM Robert Ferrante will discuss the Sanitation Districts' efforts towards determining what should be done to prepare for and protect valuable assets and facilities. General Manager Jim Herberg will discuss OCSD's climate resiliency and adaptation planning. Chief Operating Officer Traci Minamide will discuss the City of Los Angeles' resiliency plan for 100% recycled water. Public Affairs Manager Mike McNutt will present a case study on the impacts from the Woolsey fire on the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District and lessons learned.
Cost: $60 | Students: $30.
Register online now at http://bit.ly/2019WestCoastEvent*
Please register by October 10, 2019.
*If you need to register offline, click here to download a registration form that you may submit with your check or money order.
Email Yolanda Moulden for registration questions.
Dinner includes: Grilled Vegetable, Chicken or Beef Fajitas, Beans, Rice, Green Salad and Fruit Salad.
Student Chapter Event
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Career and Internship Fair
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
UCI Student Center in Emerald Bay
The American Society of Civil Engineers, American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists, and Chi Epsilon, the National Honors Society for Civil Engineers are holding the 2019 Annual Fall Civil and Environmental Engineering Career Fair!
The CEE Career Fair provides companies the unique opportunity to network with students and alumni, public acknowledgement for supporting UC Irvine's Civil and Environmental Engineering department and affiliated clubs, as well as the opportunity to recruit highly motivated CEE students for full time, part time, or internship positions. Last year, more than 200 Civil and Environmental engineering students stood in line to meet with recruiters from many respected and successful companies from both the public and private sectors. This gave the students a unique opportunity to gain valuable networking experience as well as a possible opportunity for professional development.
This event will be held at the University of California, Irvine on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the UCI Student Center in Emerald Bay. Companies may register through our Eventbrite page, or by sending a physical check to the address specified in the packet. Any additional details, such as registration deadlines, may be found in the registration packet at http://www.aaees.org/_downloadcenter/studentchapter/CEECIFRegistration.pdf.
If you have any questions regarding our event, please feel free to contact Andrew Ly, Professional Outreach, ASCE UC Irvine Student Chapter at uci.ceecareerfair@gmail.com.
