Next week is Water Week! Celebrate with us April 7-13, 2024 by sharing your stories about water recycling in your communities, and using #waterweek on social media!

There is still time to register for the National Water Policy Fly-In, the cornerstone event of Water Week. Join us April 9 in Washington DC for a unique opportunity to hear from - and engage with - Congressional representatives and other policy makers about the value of water.

The Fly-In is presented by the WateReuse Association, the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), the Water Environment Federation (WEF), and The Water Research Foundation (WRF).

On March 18, 2024, Ken Kirk, former Executive Director of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), passed away in Santa Fe, New Mexico, his second home. For more than four decades, Ken was a force in clean water advocacy in Washington, D.C., and built the premier trade association representing clean water utilities in the nation’s Capitol. Ken’s passion and commitment toward ensuring federal policy and funding support communities’ efforts to meet the goals of the federal Clean Water Act were unparalleled. He was a mentor, a colleague, and a friend to many young professionals eager to advocate for federal clean water policy, and he will be deeply missed. Those interested in making a contribution in Ken’s honor can do so here.     

WateReuse member San Francisco Public Utilities Commission recently published a new guidebook sharing lessons in designing, operating, and implementing an onsite water reuse system. The easy-to-read tips are designed to inspire thoughtful choices and process improvements that can be implemented over the life of an onsite water system. The guidebook was developed in collaboration with a practitioners including WateReuse Members Denver Water and Epic Cleantec.

The WateReuse Association and WateReuse California welcome T.R. Holliman and Associates. The firm specializes in recycled water master planning, design, construction management, onsite conversions, and operations support. They also provide stormwater planning as well as water use efficiency and sustainability evaluations. T.R. Holliman and Associates’ past success has been built on projects exclusively within Southern California and has worked extensively with regional regulatory agencies, including the Regional Water Quality Control Board and county health agencies in Orange, Riverside, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino counties.

In an effort enhance the city's green spaces, WateReuse member City of Roseville, CA announced the Goldfish Water Recycling Program. Residents are invited to participate when they change the water in their aquariums, bringing it to designated recycling facilities located throughout the city. The city’s Environmental Utilities department says the water is "liquid gold" for its rich nutrient content.

Earlier this month, WateReuse Association joined with the office of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to announce the newest section of WateReuse Association: WateReuse Ohio. The announcement was picked up by local Ohio newspapers, including the Highland County Press and the Pike County News Watchman. “Under Governor DeWine and Lieutenant Governor Husted’s leadership, Ohio is proud to be one of the first Midwest states to bring water utilities together into a formal WateReuse chapter,” Ohio EPA Director, Anne Vogel, said. “This organization will allow for the thoughtful development of water reuse standards and sharing of best practices while protecting our most precious natural resource for future generations of Ohioans.”

Are you ready to become more involved with the WateReuse Association and share your water reuse expertise? Join one of our committees to drive industry thought leadership on issues impacting your community or business, access best practices, and network with leaders focused on similar issues.

April 9, 2024 | Washington, DC

The WateReuse Association, the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), the Water Environment Federation (WEF), and The Water Research Foundation (WRF) are proud to present the cornerstone event for Water Week 2024 – the National Water Policy Fly-In.

Gather to hear insights from senior EPA and other government officials, as well as Members of Congress and key policy experts, as they discuss the federal legislative and regulatory outlook impacting the water sector during this critical election year. We encourage you to use this opportunity to schedule visits with your Congressional delegations or other policymakers here in the Nation’s Capital to add your voice to the collective and advocate on behalf of the clean water sector.

April 10 - 11, 2024 | Washington, DC

The National Blue Ribbon Commission for Onsite Non-potable Water Systems (NBRC) is partnering with WateReuse and the U.S. EPA to host a two-day Onsite Water Reuse Summit in Washington DC.

The Summit is a free, in-person event taking place over a day and a half. A fantastic lineup of presentations and panel discussions will explore the integration of science, policy, and operation for the safe and effective implementation of onsite water reuse systems.

Registration for the event is now closed. If you are still interested in participating, email harper.ashley@epa.gov to see if there is still space available.

May 22, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
University of South Florida

Join WateReuse Florida for a day of presentations and networking to envision and advance the future of water recycling in the state. Interested sponsors should contact Amy Tracy.

June 13, 2024 | Silverton, OR

The WateReuse Association Pacific Northwest (PNW) section, in partnership with the City of Silverton, is hosting its third annual Summer Summit and Social on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at The Oregon Garden. Join us for a day of technical education, policy discussions, and professional networking focused on the implementation of water reuse solutions in Oregon!

July 28-30, 2024 | Flagstaff, AZ

The annual Arizona Symposium is hosted by the AZ Water Association and the Arizona section of WateReuse and brings together industry leaders in water reuse for education, conversation, and networking in Flagstaff, Arizona. The Symposium included a tour, a networking reception and water balloon fight, plenary sessions, and technical tracks.

September 9-11, 2024 | Austin, TX

The WateReuse Texas Annual Conference includes three exciting days of programming including tours, networking, plenaries, and workshops. A call for abstracts will be published in March!

September 15-17, 2024, 2024 | Garden Grove, CA

Save the date! The WateReuse California Annual Conference welcomes over 700 water professionals for three days of networking, technical sessions, and panels on the most pressing water reuse issues in the state. The conference includes the Annual California Reuse Awards of Excellence ceremony and much more.

November 19-21, 2024 | Indian Wells, CA

The engines of industry, from Fortune 500 companies to local businesses, are traveling down The Road to Water Positivity. The 2024 Industrial Reuse Conference is your ticket to ride. Save the date!