David Derr Outstanding Member Award

2024 In Memory ofDavid Alan DerrAfton Pumps, Inc.October 2, 1959 to February 2, 2022Provided in Recognition of his Unwavering Dedication and Loyal Service to AMTAOur Organization has Benefited Because of […]
Presidential Awards

In recognition of individuals that have made significant contributions to the growth and development of the American Membrane Technology Association. 2024 Timothy English, Carollo EngineersIn grateful recognition of his service […]
AMTA Fellowship Awards

2024 Ian C. Watson Fellowship Martina del Cerro, Yale University “Advancing Membrane-Based Systems for Efficient Brine Management” NWRI/AMTA Fellowship Ali Naderi Beni, Purdue University “Experimental Batch Counterflow Reverse Osmosis for […]
Distinguished Service Award

For service on the AMTA Board of Directors and in recognition of contributions to water desalination, membrane technology and water supply improvement. 2025 Randal Braker, Duck River Utility Commission In recognition […]
Water Quality Person of the Year Award

2025 Kerry Howe, P.E., Ph.D., University of New Mexico In recognition of contributions by an individual in government, academia, research or related field to water supply improvement. Awarded by AMTA/AWWA […]
Robert O. Vernon – Membrane Plant Operator Award

2025 In recognition of contributions to water supply improvement by an individual working at a membrane filtration, desalination and/or water reuse facility. Awarded by AMTA/AWWA at the Membrane Technology Conference.
Membrane Facility Award

2025 In recognition of an outstanding water/wastewater facility that incorporates membrane technology, high efficiency and an environmentally conscious approach.
Annual Conference Awards – Best Paper Award

In recognition of outstanding preparation of a technical paper for the AMTA/AWWA Membrane Technology Conference and Exposition.
Special Presidential Award
2019 Harold Fravel, Jr., Ph.D., Executive Director, American Membrane Technology Association Presented to Harold Fravel by Brent Alspach. Given at the discretion of the President of AMTA to acknowledge the […]
Hall of Fame Awards

2025 Gil DhawanIn recognition of Gil’s contribution to the membrane industry. Following an position as a University Research Engineer starting in 1966, Gil helped develop and commercialize membranes with Dr. […]