The National Ground Water Association is a nonprofit membership organization comprised of professionals from all sectors of the groundwater industry whose goal is to provide members, the public, and government decision-makers with the scientific knowledge and guidance necessary to responsibly develop, manage, and protect the world's groundwater resources. NGWA is the industry leader in continuing professional education, offering short courses, conferences, Webinars, and an annual trade show. Publishes Ground Water, Ground Water Monitoring & Remediation, and Water Well Journal. Has an online bookstore.