What is LIFT?
The Leaders Innovation Forum for Technology (LIFT) is a multi-faceted initiative undertaken by The Water Research Foundation and the Water Environment Federation to guide water innovation to implementation.
Digital collaboration platform
Innovation implementation trends
Technology piloting support
Utility travel scholarships
Innovating business practices
Data prize competition
Program Highlight
$30,000 is given annually through the LIFT SEE IT to support utility personnel as they see and experience innovation around the globe. The scholarship program, jointly spearheaded by WRF, WEF, and NACWA, offsets travel costs in the interest of sharing innovation experiences with their water peers. Members of the three organization are eligible to see technical, process, financial, and operational innovations.
Recent Updates
The Water Research Foundation Seeks Nominations for Awards Honoring Subscribers and Research Partners
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is accepting nominations for two awards that recognize some of the most influential utility subscribers and researchers.
EPA's National Water Reuse Action Plan Makes Reuse a National Priority
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), alongside federal partners, will release the National Water Reuse Action Plan: Collaborative Implementation.
Intelligent Water Systems Challenge Launches for Third Year
The Intelligent Water Systems Challenge (IWS Challenge) is back for a third year to drive participants to use innovation and data to solve some of the most difficult issues facing...
Events
Join us online to learn about the latest innovative technologies, get updates on the newest LIFT activities, and learn how to get engaged with our programs.
About the Partner Organizations
The Water Research Foundation
The Water Research Foundation is a nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
Water Environment Federation
The Water Environment Federation is a nonprofit association that provides technical education and training for thousands of water quality professionals who clean water and return it safely to the environment. WEF members have proudly protected public health, served their local communities, and supported clean water worldwide since 1928.