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.
Applications opened on Monday, January 12, 2026 and closed on Friday, February, 20, 2026. Applicants will be notified of their status no later than Friday, March 13, 2026.
2026 Applications are closed
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.