Nominations for the 2025 Backflow Hero Award are now open!

Backflow Hero Award recipients are announced annually on August 16 - National Backflow Prevention Day. This prestigious award recognizes industry leaders who embody the following qualities:
Passion for Protecting Drinking Water:
Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to safeguarding drinking water from the dangers of backflow.
Innovative and Creative Thinking:
Generates fresh, inventive ideas around backflow prevention.
Commitment to Education:
Actively seeks and provides continuing education about the importance and methods of backflow prevention.
Enforcement of Best Practices:
Upholds and promotes the highest standards and best practices in backflow prevention.

Recipients receive a commemorative award to commemorate their achievement, and a donation in their honor will be made to support access to clean water everywhere.


Nominations for the 2025 Backflow Hero Award will close July 31, 2025