Last Updated: February 19, 2026
The Environmental Finance Center Network is hosting a small systems training on April 1st, 2026, if you would like to register, please fill out the following form here.
A brief description of the training can be found below or via their flyer from the link here.
Running a small system can be challenging. Along with meeting regulatory obligations and
satisfying customer expectations, you may have issues with aging infrastructure, lack of
personnel, and limited financial resources. Furthermore, small systems often cost more to
operate per capita than large systems because of economy of scale. This can further
complicate operations.
One strategy to address these challenges is to work with other utilities or consider
partnership options. In this training, we will discuss various regionalization models and
approaches to collaboration:
• Informal information sharing
• Sharing equipment or personnel
• Leveraging shared purchasing power
• Emergency planning and networking
• Joint Service Agreements