The National Water Research Institute, a 501c3 non-profit, which sponsors projects and programs that focus on ensuring safe, reliable sources of water now and for future generations announces Clarke Prize award ceremony.

The NWRI announces the Clarke Prize Conference and 20th Annual Clarke Prize Award Ceremony, which will take place on Friday, November 15th at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach, California.

A highlight of the conference will be the 20th Annual Clarke Prize Award Ceremony, which will honor an outstanding individual who has implemented better water science research and technology to solve real-world water challenges. The 2013 prize recipient will receive a medallion and $50,000 award, as well as the opportunity to present the annual Clarke Lecture.

The one-day conference will feature presentations from past Clarke Prize Laureates, representatives from water and wastewater utilities, and other well-known professionals in the water industry.