Why Invest in Water Reuse?

Investment in water reuse builds communities that are modern, sustainable and stable—ready for families to flourish and businesses to grow. To learn more, read and share our Recycled Water Coast-to-Coast flyer that uses rich infographics to illustrate how water reuse is transforming water and sustaining our future.

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Annual Report

The WateReuse Association expanded membership, increased outreach, and strengthened advocacy to meet a growing interest in water recycling.

Recycled Water User Network

The Recycled Water User Network™ is a members-only network for businesses, governments, and nonprofit organizations that use recycled water.

Leaders Circle

The Leaders Circle provides an opportunity for our members to increase their engagement through educational, networking and advocacy opportunities.

Upcoming Events

Featured Event

34th Annual WateReuse Symposium

September 8, 2019

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, San Diego, California

The 34th Annual WateReuse Symposium is your one stop for all things water reuse. Whether you are new to reuse or...

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2019 Idaho Reuse & Operators Conference (IROC)

May 21 - 22, 2019

8th Annual Water Reuse in Texas: Conference and Expo

May 23 - 23, 2019

McAllen Convention Center

WateReuse Arizona Meeting & Webinar

May 30, 2019

Carollo Engineers , 4600 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Florida Potable Reuse Commission Workshop

May 31, 2019

TBD


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Latest News

WateReuse Hosts Water Sector, Government to Facilitate Input on EPA’s Water Reuse Action Plan

May 13, 2019

The WateReuse Association joined with other national water associations on May 9 to host a second convening of representatives from the water sector and government to facilitate input on the US Environmental Protection Agency’s development of a Water Reuse Action Plan. The meeting was held at Alexandria...

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EPA Releases $2.6 Billion to State Revolving Funds to Support Water Infrastructure

May 10, 2019

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the availability of $2.6 billion in new funds to assist states, tribes and territories with improving water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure across the country. The State Revolving Funds (SRFs) require state match, loan repayments, and interest that flows back to...

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Bureau of Reclamation makes $32 million in funding Available for Water Reuse and Desalination

April 30, 2019

The Bureau of Reclamation has released two funding opportunities under the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act, Desalination Construction Projects and Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Projects. Applications for both of the funding opportunities are due by June 28, 2019, at 4:00 p.m. MDT....

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EPA Seeks Public Input for Development of National Water Reuse Action Plan

April 18, 2019

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public input on the development of an action plan to accelerate the application of water reuse as a safe, reliable, and sustainable way to meet the country’s current and future water demands. To facilitate public input on...

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Jon Freedman Named Chair of Legislative and Regulatory Policy Committee

April 02, 2019

The WateReuse Association has selected Jon Freedman, the global government affairs leader for SUEZ’s Water Technologies & Solutions business unit, to chair its Legislative and Regulatory Policy Committee. The committee supports the Board of Directors in setting an agenda to advocate for policies and funding...

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WateReuse Plans Congressional Briefing During Water Week Fly in

April 01, 2019

The WateReuse Association will host a briefing for congressional staffers in the U.S. Capitol Building on Wednesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. Eastern. Panelists include Paul Jones, General Manager of Eastern Municipal Water District in California (and WateReuse Board President); Alan Weland, VP/General Manager at...

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EPA Prioritizes Water Reuse in WIFIA Funding Announcement

March 29, 2019

On March 29, the U.S. EPA announced the availability of funding to provide an estimated $6 billion in Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loans in 2019. WIFIA loans are available to public and private borrowers for a wide range of alternative water supply,...

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Water Sector Urges Congress, White House to Increase Investment in Infrastructure, Research, and Reuse

March 28, 2019

The nation’s leading water and public works organizations – representing the full spectrum of water issues, research fields, and utilities from every part of the country – are gathering in the nation’s capital during Water Week 2019 (March 31-April 6) to urge Congress and the...

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WateReuse Association Adopts Alternative Water Supply Principles

March 15, 2019

WateReuse adopted a set of principles to guide the Association’s advocacy and engagement on alternative sources of water supply and onsite non-potable water systems at the March Board of Directors meeting. The policy recognizes the role of onsite decentralized water recycling systems in a community’s...

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Water Reuse 101

Under pressure from such factors as population growth, climate change, depletion of groundwater resources, and impacts from salt, many communities are struggling to find enough water to meet their needs.


 Why do we need new sources of water?

Experts explain why we cannot afford to use water just one time and discharge it back into the environment.

GlobalMap

Global Connections Map

This global connections map spotlights some of the ways in which water is used and reused across the globe for drinking.

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The WateReuse Association is the only national trade association dedicated solely to advancing laws, regulations, funding and public acceptance for water recycling. Our membership represents more than 200 communities and more than 60 million people – one-sixth of the nation’s population – who are developing safe, reliable, locally-controlled water supplies.

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Meeting the Demand for Water in the 21st Century

Water is the lifeblood of healthy communities and robust economies. Livability and economic security depend on a safe, reliable supply of water. Meeting the demand for water in the 21st century requires a different way of thinking about water.

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