The WateReuse room block at our Symposium venue, the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, closes next Friday, February 13! The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown is located in the Wilshire Grand Center – the tallest building on the West Coast, offering sweeping views of Downtown LA and abundant fine-dining options. Don’t miss the chance to stay close to the action! 

The National Water Policy Fly-In, April 14-15 2026, is the water community’s primary opportunity to educate Congress and the Administration in Washington, DC on the most timely and urgent water issues. Join us to advocate for water infrastructure funding, workable policies, and the value of water. The WateReuse Association, the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA), The Water Research Foundation (WRF), and the Water Environment Federation (WEF) are proud to present the annual cornerstone event for Water Week 2026! Register today to get connected with our coordinated strategy. 

The WateReuse Association and WateReuse Illinois welcome the Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District! Established in 1919, the utility serves a growing population of approximately 130,000 people. Last year, Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District received approval via new Illinois legislation to sell reclaimed, treated water within a 50-mile radius for industrial use, saving potable supply. The district also operates two experimental constructed wetlands in Randolph Township which remove nutrients and contaminants from its Southeast Wastewater Treatment Plant, providing recreational benefits, animal habitat, and flood mitigation. 

Last week, WateReuse members Orange County Water District and Orange County Sanitation District celebrated a landmark half-trillion gallons of purified water produced by their joint project: the Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS). The GWRS, which boasts the title of the world’s largest advanced water purification system for indirect potable reuse, also celebrated 18 years of operation last month. “Surpassing half a trillion gallons is an achievement that underscores the role of the GWRS in turning a once-wasted resource into a reliable, locally controlled drinking water supply for the communities we serve,” said OCWD President Denis R. Bilodeau. OCWD will celebrate this milestone by canning and serving a special limited-edition beer, GWRS Brew at the 2026 WateReuse Symposium, March 8-11, 2026 in Los Angeles.

Last week, WateReuse member Stantec announced it has been selected by the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) to design a new pump station and an 11-mile recycled water pipeline in San Bernardino County. The new infrastructure will deliver up to 10 million gallons per day from the City of Rialto to a proposed advanced water purification facility in Rancho Cucamonga and was proposed as part of IEUA’s Chino Basin program aiming to expand water reuse to enhance supply reliability. “IEUA is setting a new standard for water reuse and resource management, and we’re honored to play a role in this transformative effort,” said Umesh Murthy, engineering lead for Stantec. The recycled water conveyance system is slated for completion in 2031.  

In last month’s edition of Smart Water Magazine, “Reuse is the Future,” Los Angeles County Interim Director and General Manager Traci Minamide emphasized the role of pilot facilities in evaluating treatment options for potable reuse projects. Despite increasing project timelines, Minamide shared, pilot facilities offer the opportunity to collect regionally specific, seasonally variable data on the effectiveness of different treatment options, as well as opportunities to build public trust, engage researchers, and train operators on advanced technologies. Minamide also explained the added benefits of confirming contaminant removal, energy use, and system resilience, with the opportunity to leverage lessons learned to save costs down the line. “By optimizing design and performance at pilot scale, projects move forward with greater confidence, lower risk, and potential savings,” she shared. 

Last week, Washington County Water Conservancy District and Ash Creek Special Services District announced the opening of their new Confluence Park Water Reclamation facility, which has a capacity of 1.5 million gallons per day and will supply recycled water for non-potable applications. The new facility is one part of Washington County Water Conservancy District’s larger plans to develop an interconnected system of reuse facilities to accommodate population growth in the area, with the goal to add 24,000 acre-feet – or over 7 billion gallons – of additional supply by 2042. The new facility uses Aerobic Granular Sludge technology to treat wastewater, increasing energy efficiency and reducing the size footprint of the facility.  

Stormwater capture and reuse is a growing focus in the water reuse community. As climate change increases the unpredictability of weather, reusing our rain can offer many co-benefits including flood management, enhancing water supply and water quality, and cost savings. Visit our Stormwater Reuse landing page for more information! WateReuse members can also download the Profile in Stormwater Reuse, a useful outreach and education piece for community stakeholders.

March 8-11 | Los Angeles, CA

Don’t miss the premier conference on water recycling — attracting water professionals and water reuse practitioners globally for knowledge-sharing, networking, and collaboration. The 41st Symposium features over 100 hours of technical content and a transformative keynote from Philippe Cousteau, Jr. 

April 12-15, 2026 | Washington, DC 

The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA), National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), The Water Research Foundation (WRF), Water Environment Federation (WEF), and WateReuse Association are proud to jointly host the cornerstone event of Water Week 2026 – the National Water Policy Fly-In.

On Tuesday afternoon, attendees will gather for a federal policy briefing featuring senior leadership from EPA and other key agencies, along with remarks from prominent Members of Congress. Following the program, participants will have the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and network across the sector at the Water Week 2026 Reception. Wednesday will be dedicated to meetings on Capitol Hill, where attendees will engage directly with congressional offices, and with key federal agencies to advocate for critical water policy priorities. 

June 8-10, 2026 | Chicago, IL

Save the date! Industrial Water Solutions, co-hosted by The WateReuse Association and the Water Environment Federation, is the essential conference for professionals who provide, treat, manage, use, or regulate water in industrial settings to find solutions that turn waste streams into value streams. Join industry thought leaders to collaborate, network, and share strategies to empower industries and the communities they call home.

July 19-21, 2026 | Flagstaff, AZ

The annual Arizona Water Reuse Symposium, hosted by WateReuse Arizona and the AZ Water Association, brings together industry leaders for education, conversation, and networking in Flagstaff, Arizona. The call for abstracts is open now! Submit a presentation by February 20 to take the podium at this year's event.

August 24-26, 2026 | San Francisco, CA

Save the date! WateReuse California's 2026 Annual Conference will include insights from leading practitioners of water reuse in California, opportunities to learn about San Francisco’s leadership on onsite water recycling, and networking events to facilitate connections with colleagues new and old in a fun and focused setting.

September 15-17, 2026 | San Antonio, TX

Mark your calendar! The Annual WateReuse Texas conference brings together industry leaders in water reuse for education, conversation, and networking to promote the growing water reuse industry in Texas. The conference includes interactive workshops, networking events, and rich technical content including presentations about reuse-related research, funding, case studies, treatment technologies, planning, communications, advocacy and more!