Do not miss the 2021 WateReuse California Annual Conference, September 19-21, at the JW Marriott in Los Angeles or via our virtual conference platform. Advanced registration closes Wednesday, September 1 – register today to secure your space!

The WRCA Annual Conference is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to learn, network, and explore the latest trends in water recycling. The three-day program includes:

• Insightful opening session featuring E. Joaquin Esquivel, Water Board Chair, and Brian Fuchs, U.S. Drought Monitor Climatologist.
• LA’s Water Reuse Future, a panel discussion highlighting groundbreaking efforts to create a new water supply for the region.
• Nearly 50 technical sessions exploring water recycling as the key to building a resilient future.
• Networking events, including an awards luncheon, President’s Reception, and the Gordon Cologne Breakfast featuring the WateReuse California Family Feud North v. South – Grudge Match!

EPA Administrator Announces WIFIA Loan for Pure Water San Diego
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, joined by EPA Administrator Michael Regan and other state and federal leaders, formally kicked off construction of the city’s Pure Water program last week. “Climate stress is often experienced as water stress, something California knows all too well,” said EPA Administrator Michael Regan. “That’s why we’re prioritizing investments in innovative projects like Pure Water San Diego, which will improve the city’s resilience to climate change impacts, protect water quality, and support economic vitality by creating jobs.” Read more.

Irvine Ranch Water District Reflects on Pioneering Purple Pipe
Ever wonder how purple became the standard color for the pipes that carry non-potable recycled water? It turns out it all began at the Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) back in the 1980s. IRWD interviewed the engineers involved and documented a colorful story of leadership, creativity, and humor. With a limited selection of colors that were not already in use and a colorblind engineer leading the process, IRWD selected a unique shade of purple that even colorblind people could see. Purple pipe is now widely adopted for recycled water both within the United States, and internationally. Read more.

Pure Water Oceanside Awarded Federal Funding for Potable Reuse Project
The City of Oceanside was recently awarded a $1.7 million grant from the Bureau of Reclamation’s Title XVI WIIN program for its Pure Water Oceanside project. The $67 million project, which will purify enough recycled water to provide more than 32 percent of the drinking water for Oceanside, has received more than $10 million in federal and state funding to support construction. The project is expected to be completed in 2022. Read more.

Central Coast Blue Environmental Impact Report Wins Award
The Central Coast Blue water recycling project was recently presented with a Merit Award for Outstanding Environmental Analysis Document by the Association of Environmental Professionals. The Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the project was certified by the City of Pismo Beach in February 2021.

Webcast: Coast to Coast – Direct Potable Reuse Regulatory Development
September 29, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm PDT

• In this webcast, a panel of experts will discuss the state regulatory development process for direct potable reuse in California and Florida. The panel will explore the nuanced differences in the development process, the regulations, and the future outlook of direct potable reuse across the country. Register here.
  

Los Angeles Chapter Meeting
October 12, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm PDT

• Register in advance for this meeting

Orange County Chapter Meeting
October 21, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm PDT

Inland Empire WateReuse Chapter Meeting & Elections
October 26, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PDT