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13th Annual Sustainability Summit to focus on strategies for greener, stronger communities
October 15, 2025
Speakers will explore a wide range of topics centered on preparing our region for a changing climate.
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, October 16 at 10:30 A.M.
October 14, 2025
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.
"How Does Wastewater Treatment Actually Work?," Encyclopedia Britannica
October 13, 2025
Every drain in your house, whether it’s a sink, a toilet, the shower go into a sewer. And ultimately, those sewers come to the MWRD. In an average year, the Stickney facility is treating about 250 billion gallons of wastewater.
"Innovative Solutions for a Resilient Water Future," Municipal Water Leader
October 2, 2025
President Kari K. Steele shares insights on leadership, climate challenges, and the future of Chicago’s water systems.
MWRD FLOW - October 2025
October 1, 2025
For The Love of Water (FLOW) is a summary of news from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago.
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, October 2 at 10:30 A.M.
September 30, 2025
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.