Washington Update
Historic Water Reuse Investments: Biden to Sign Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, House Vote Expected on Budget Reconciliation Framework
Federal Agencies Recommit to Partnership on Urban Waters Program, Including Water Reuse
Federal agencies including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of the Interior celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the Urban Waters Federal Program (UWP). The Urban Waters Program works with twenty partnership locations across the country to enhance community connections to water by advancing economic, public health, environmental, and social benefits. Under the National Water Reuse Action Plan (WRAP) Action 1.4, the UWP and National Estuary Program developed an inventory of water reuse efforts accomplished through the partnership programs. WateReuse commends the federal agencies partnership and commitment to supporting healthy watersheds for all communities. Read more.
State Updates and Member Profiles
Member Spotlight: Recycled Water Emphasized as a Key Strategy for Future Water Management
WateReuse Association members are leading the way in building support for potable reuse across the United States. Shifting public perspectives, thanks in part to large community outreach efforts, have allowed communities from coast to coast to pilot test and plan water purification projects. A recent national report highlighted a Direct Potable Reuse Mobile Demonstration in Colorado, as well as the work of several members, including the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Metropolitan Water District, Denver Water, Colorado Springs Utilities, the City of Boise, and others. Read more.
Climate Change Driving Growing Interest in Water Recycling
The growing interest in water recycling as a climate change mitigation strategy was highlighted on the Newsy network last week. The report showcased the work of several WateReuse members, including Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, Truckee Meadows Water Authority, and Hampton Roads Sanitation District. As water supply is impacted by climate change, recycled water is a source that will always be available, according to WateReuse California Managing Director Jennifer West, who was interviewed for the report.
CA: Next Phase Approved for Soquel Creek’s Groundwater Replenishment Project
The Soquel Creek Water District is one step closer to replenishing local drinking water supplies with purified recycled water. The district approved the next phases of a design-build agreement with Black & Veatch for Pure Water Soquel, a project that will purify water to replenish groundwater levels. The Santa Cruz Wastewater Treatment Facility will supply up to 490 million gallons of water per day for advanced treatment before groundwater replenishment. Read more.
CA: Yucaipa Pairs Recycled Water and Energy Sustainability
The Yucaipa Valley Water District is adding energy efficiency to its recycled water program with the addition of customized solar, storage, and a microgrid to support the Yucaipa Valley Regional Water Filtration Facility and the Wochholz Regional Water Recycling Facility. The district depends on uninterrupted power and recognizes the importance of a reduced carbon footprint. Additionally, this program is expected to save $73 million over the life of the program. Read more.
NV: Construction Begins for Recycled Water Delivery to Industrial Park
Governor Steve Sisolak joined the Truckee Meadows Water Authority and other leaders from the Truckee River region to celebrate the start of construction for the Regional Water Improvement Pipeline Project, which will provide 4,000 acre-feet of recycled water to the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center, home to Switch, Google, Tesla, and other businesses. The project consists of a 16-mile pipeline that will deliver much needed water from the Truckee Meadows Water Reclamation Facility. This public-private partnership will promote economic growth, create new jobs, and improve water quality in the Truckee River. Read more.
Association Update
Ben Glickstein Joins WateReuse Staff as Director of Communications
Ben’s addition to staff will expand the Association’s capacity to engage the water reuse community, educate the public, and advocate for investments in water reuse. He previously supported community affairs for East Bay Municipal Utility District and brings a decade of experience in communications around environmental issues and large infrastructure projects.
Connect with Ben: bglickstein@watereuse.org
WateReuse Member Engagement Opportunities
Interested in Becoming More Involved in WateReuse? Join an Upcoming Committee Meeting!
Join a WateReuse committee to drive industry thought leadership on water reuse related issues impacting your community or business, access best practices, and network with leaders focused on similar issues.
Mark your calendar for an upcoming committee meeting:
- WateReuse Onsite and Distributed Water Recycling Systems Committee Meeting
November 17, 2021
11 am PT | 2 pm ET (1 hour)
To join, please email Heather Strathearn. - WateReuse Industrial and Commercial Reuse Committee Meeting
December 9, 2021
11 pm PT | 3 pm ET (1 hour)
To join, please email Aliza Furneaux.
WateReuse Member Resources and Benefits
Have a Question You’d Love to Ask a Peer? Use WateReuse Connect to Find the Answer
WateReuse members can use WateReuse Connect to access a member-to-member network of more than 7,000 water recycling practitioners, business leaders, regulators, academics, and technology providers. Recent discussion topics have included innovative partnerships, scheduling of recycled water deliveries, and steam generation. Post your questions, observations, and unique challenges on our online platform to benefit from the unique experiences of other members across the nation and around the world. It’s simple to use with your member login information. For help accessing WateReuse Connect, please email Member Services.
Interactive Map on State Water Reuse Policies and Regulations
Do you need information about water reuse policies and regulations from across the United States? Visit the state policy map on our website to find summaries of the regulatory landscape in key states, as well as links to specific polices and regulations. Clicking on a particular state opens a pop-up window with detailed information about the state. WateReuse invites members to help us fill in gaps in knowledge using the comment box provided on the page. The map is updated periodically as new information is received and/or states update their regulations. View the state policy map here.
Water Reuse Conferences, Webcasts, and Events
Webcast: Keys to Success: Water Recycling in Small and Disadvantaged Communities
U.S. EPA
November 15, 2021
9 am PT | 12 pm ET (1 hour)
This free training webinar is presented to support water managers in small, resource-limited communities. The training will focus on keys for successful development and implementation of water reuse projects and is a part of Water Reuse Action Plan Action 8.5: Engagement with Disadvantaged and Rural Communities on Water Reuse. Register here.
Webcast: Permitting Water Innovation: Improving Permitting Processes to Support New Water Management Technologies and Strategies
U.S. EPA
November 17, 2021
9 am PT | 12 pm ET (2 hours)
This free webinar will present findings and insights from recent research, water reuse actions, and specific case studies to explore how water permitting affects our ability to implement water recycling, energy recovery, nature-based solutions, and other innovative water management approaches. The webcast builds upon three actions under the recently issued national Water Reuse Action Plan (Action 2.6- NPDES Permitting and Reuse, Action 2.16, Interagency Collaboration Challenges and Opportunities, and Action 3.3, Advancing Stormwater Capture and Use). Register here.
Water Reuse in India: State of Practice and New Developments
WateReuse International Reuse Committee
December 8, 2021
7:30 am PT | 10:30 am ET | 9:00 pm IST (90 mins)
This webcast will feature a summary of the state of practice of water reuse in India. The regional challenges and potential for water reuse in India provide insight for other countries, such as the United States. Specific research and case studies will cover water reuse for agricultural applications. Such applications are of growing importance both in India and internationally. Other examples will draw from community developments that use greywater and blackwater to provide a community value through reuse. Register here.
Calendar
Our next LA Chapter meeting will be held on April 9, 2024, and will be hosted by West Basin Municipal Water District and sponsored by Jacobs. Please see attached for the Meeting Notice with location and parking instructions. Also, please RSVP, whether you are attending in person or virtually, using this form: https://forms.office.com/r/pRzKF87YLt. In-person attendance will be limited to 45 people. An agenda and Zoom link for remote participation will be circulated the week before the meeting.
The National Blue Ribbon Commission for Onsite Non-potable Water Systems (NBRC) is partnering with WateReuse and the U.S. EPA, to host an Onsite Water Reuse Summit in Washington D.C. on April 10 and 11.
The Summit is a free, in-person event taking place over a day and a half. A fantastic line-up of presentations and panel discussions are planned and we hope you can join us!
To view the agenda and additional information, please visit the Eventbrite page. Please only register for the event if you are attending in-person: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/onsite-water-reuse-summit-integration-of-science-policy-and-operation-tickets-815887761257?aff=oddtdtcreator
Once you register, you will receive an email with info on the hotel options.
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The Happy Hour is at Refinery 714, address 714 Main Street in the Kimpton Harper Hotel on the 24th floor. We will have appetizers and free drinks for attendees until the drink tickets run out.
The Happy Hour is sponsored by Yokogawa.
Please find below the 2024 schedule for the Legislative-Regulatory Committee. All in-person meetings will be held at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California’s Sacramento offices located at: 1121 L Street, Suite 900, Sacramento.]
Both in-person and virtual meetings will occur from 12:30 to 2:00 pm. Those indicated as virtual will occur over Zoom and a link will be provided on the agenda.
The 2024 WRCA Annual Conference will be at the: Hyatt Regency Orange County.
Please save the date for our 2024 meeting dates:
1. January 19 – in person
2. March 8 – virtual
3. March 22 – in person
4. April 12 – virtual
5. May 10 – in person
6. May 31 – virtual
7. June 21 – virtual
8. August 9 – virtual
9. September 16 – in person (at annual conference)
Please find below the 2024 schedule for the Legislative-Regulatory Committee. All in-person meetings will be held at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California’s Sacramento offices located at: 1121 L Street, Suite 900, Sacramento.]
Both in-person and virtual meetings will occur from 12:30 to 2:00 pm. Those indicated as virtual will occur over Zoom and a link will be provided on the agenda.
The 2024 WRCA Annual Conference will be at the: Hyatt Regency Orange County.
Please save the date for our 2024 meeting dates:
1. January 19 – in person
2. March 8 – virtual
3. March 22 – in person
4. April 12 – virtual
5. May 10 – in person
6. May 31 – virtual
7. June 21 – virtual
8. August 9 – virtual
9. September 16 – in person (at annual conference)