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Joint Letter from Water Sector to President-elect Trump

November 21, 2016

The US Water Alliance joined a letter from key water sector organizations to President-elect Trump, communicating that the water sector stands ready to help address our nation’s water challenges and that water investments must be a part of any infrastructure plan that moves forward. | More >

Engineering News-Record: Los Angeles Aims to Unify a Complex Water Infrastructure

November 16, 2016

Years of California drought and other ever-present threats to infrastructure resiliency have spurred the city of Los Angeles to embark on a comprehensive planning effort that city officials and industry observers say is unprecedented in the U.S. in its scale and complexity. If successful, the plan will break down departmental silos and help government agencies and public stakeholders to tackle the city’s many daunting water issues. | More >

Imagine a Day Without Water Press Coverage Reaches 6 Million Listeners and Viewers

September 26, 2016

Imagine a Day Without Water was covered extensively in print and broadcast outlets across the country, helping us elevate the importance of water and wastewater infrastructure in America. The Value of Water Coalition pitched and secured earned radio and television placements to share our message and spotlight efforts taking place in local communities. On behalf of the coalition, Radhika Fox participated in interviews with 17 local television news programs and 9 radio programs to discuss the condition and importance of water and wastewater infrastructure, and highlight the challenges faced by local communities. Collectivley, these placements reached more than 6 million listeners and viewers across the country, including stations in: Raleigh, NC; Flint, MI; Roanoke, VA; Youngstown, OH; Birmingham, AL; Terre Haute, IN; Las Vegas, NV; Fort Myers, FL; Wichita, KS; Norfolk, VA; Milwaukee, WI; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Greensboro, NC; Cleveland, OH; and San Diego, CA.

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Beyond a Buzzword: Exploring New Models of Public-Private Partnerships

August 30, 2016

It’s one of the most frequently used “buzzwords” when it comes to one water: P3. But public-private partnerships that unite public infrastructure projects with private capital are not a new concept. And it is more than just a buzzword.  | More >

US Water Alliance and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Announce Joint Commitment at White House Water Summit

March 22, 2016

In honor of World Water Day, the US Water Alliance and the City of San Francisco announce partnership commitment to convene a National Blue Ribbon Commission to advance onsite water reuse projects across the country. | More >

US Water Alliance Announces New Board of Directors

March 9, 2016

The US Water Alliance, a national organization advancing a sustainable water future for all, today announced several individuals who will join its restructured board of directors.

The US Water Alliance has realigned and refocused its work around the guiding principle of “One Water, One Future.” The new board of directors will steer the organization into its next phase of expansion, with a focus on three strategic priorities: 1) educating and inspiring the nation about the true value of water and need for investment by hosting and staffing the Value of Water Coalition; 2) accelerating the adoption of one water management strategies; and 3) celebrating what works and driving innovation in the water sector. | More >

Value of Water Releases National Poll on Public Attitudes about Water, Infrastructure

February 24, 2016

New Poll Finds 95% of Americans Want Public Officials to Invest in Water Systems, 60% Are Willing to Pay More for Secure Water Service. Americans believe that modernizing water systems should be a priority to ensure safe and reliable water and wastewater service. | More >

AWWA Launches Resource Page on Lead in Water

February 8, 2016

American Water Works Association launched a new resource page with technical information, research, news and policy statements focused on lead in water.  | More >

RiverBender.com: “Local students win Illinois American Water “Imagine a Day Without Water” art contest”

November 19, 2015

BELLEVILLE – This October, Illinois American Water invited 3rd, 4th and 5th grade classrooms within the Company’s service area to participate in an “Imagine a Day Without Water” Art Contest.  The contest was held in conjunction with the Value of Water Coalition’s national event to raise awareness about the value of water service. 

“It’s hard to imagine even just one day without water. We need water to make a cup of coffee, grow fruits and vegetables, and manufacture nearly every product we use in our daily lives. While essential, few people understand the fundamental value of water and the systems that bring water to and from homes and businesses all day, every day,” said Bruce Hauk, president of Illinois American Water.  | More >

"Imagine a Day" Radio Tour Reaches 2.8 million Listeners Nationwide

November 4, 2015

For its first Imagine A Day Without Water event, the Value of Water Coalition launched a national education campaign that would engage the public and motivate key stakeholders to understand the need for major investment in water infrastructure around the nation. | More >