Each year, during the annual Membrane Technology Conference, AMTA recognizes outstanding performance by individuals and companies furthering AMTA’s mission to advance the understanding and use of membrane technology to treat municipal, industrial, commercial, agricultural and waste waters. Read on for a list of awards. Current and prior honorees are listed on individual award pages. The deadline to submit an award nomination has passed. AMTA and MTC Award nominations for 2024 will be open in 2023.
AMTA Awards
AMTA Fellowship Awards
Given in cooperation with the Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), National Water Research Institute (NWRI) and the Ian C. Watson Fellowship for Membrane Advancement.
Hall of Fame Award
Given in recognition of pioneering and/or lifetime contribution by an individual to water supply or water reuse improvements.
Lifetime-of-Service Award
Given in recognition of pioneering and/or lifetime contribution by an individual to water supply or water reuse improvements.
Outstanding Member Award
Given in recognition of contribution to water supply improvement through individual effort in desalting or water reuse by an AMTA Member.
Presidential Award
Given to acknowledge individuals that have made significant contributions to the growth and development of the American Membrane Technology Association.
Recognition and Service Award
Given in recognition of contributions to water desalination, membrane technology and water supply improvement.
Special Presidential Award
Given at the discretion of the President of AMTA to acknowledge the individual who has made significant contributions to furthering the mission of AMTA.
AMTA/AWWA Conference Awards
Water Quality Person of the Year Award
Given in recognition of contribution by an individual in government, academia, research or related field to water supply improvement.
Membrane Facility Award
This award is given in recognition of an outstanding water/wastewater facility that incorporates membrane technology, high efficiency, and an environmentally conscious approach.
Robert O. Vernon Award- Membrane Plant Operator Award
Given in recognition of contribution to water supply improvement by an individual working at a desalting or water reuse facility.
Best Paper Presentation Award
Given in recognition of outstanding preparation and presentation of a technical paper at an AMTA/AWWA Membrane Technology Conference and Exposition.
Best Poster Award
Given in recognition of outstanding poster presentation on a technical paper at an AMTA/AWWA Membrane Technology Conference and Exposition.
Best Student Paper Presentation Award
Given in recognition of outstanding preparation and presentation of a technical paper by a student at an AMTA/AWWA Membrane Technology Conference and Exposition.
Best Student Poster Award
Given in recognition of outstanding student poster presentation on a technical paper at an AMTA/AWWA Membrane Technology Conference and Exposition.
Best Membrane Treatment of Water Exhibit Award
Given in recognition of superior exhibit booth presenting a clear message on the importance of water treatment, presence of supporting materials, demonstrating innovation and improvement, and a visual appeal and attractiveness.