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The Value of Partnerships in Building Awareness

Megan Demit, US Water Alliance | September 15, 2017

Imagine a Day Without Water provides great opportunities to strengthen community partnerships and more effectively spread the message about the value of water. It’s important to talk about water beyond traditional utility, engineering, and environmental spheres. Once we do, we are all better able to understand broader benefits that these systems provide to things we take for granted every day. | More >

6 Ways to Deepen Your Engagement on Social Media

Megan Demit, US Water Alliance | August 28, 2017

How we can use social media to better raise awareness about the value of water in America? Here are some examples of how to creatively promote Imagine a Day Without Water and deepen your engagement with your networks. | More >

VIDEO BLOG: Kansas City businesses and groups can't “Imagine a Day Without Water”

Brooke Givens, KC Water | August 25, 2017

Looking for a unique way to engage businesses in your community during Imagine a Day Without Water? Check out this example from KC Water. Last year, KC Water recorded video interviews with water-reliant businesses and industries in Kansas City about why water is so important to their work.  | More >

One Water Delegation Finds Insights, Inspiration for New Jersey

Chris Sturm and Emily Eckart, New Jersey Future | August 14, 2017

Funding, utility leadership and integrated water management are top priorities. | More >

5 Ways to Participate in Imagine a Day Without Water (and ideas to get you started)

Danielle Mayorga, The Value of Water Campaign | August 7, 2017

Imagine a Day Without Water 2017 is the third annual day to raise awareness and educate America about the value of water. Last year, over 500 organizations came together. Will you join us this year?  | More >

Social and Economic Inclusion for All

Danielle Mayorga, US Water Alliance | July 27, 2017

A sustainable water future requires that all people have access to clean, safe, and affordable water and wastewater service. Across the United States, there are vulnerable communities who struggle with water contamination, affordability, and inadequate infrastructure. At the same time, smart and equitable water management can foster opportunity for all people and communities. | More >

Iowa delegates taking steps to secure a positive water future at home

Sarah Feehan, Communications Intern, Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance | July 24, 2017

The Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance (IAWA), in collaboration with the Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) and the Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA), led a diverse, 30-member delegation to the One Water Summit 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana, last month.  | More >

Los Angeles One Water Delegation Reflects on One Water Summit 2017

Los Angeles One Water Delegation | July 21, 2017

The Los Angeles One Water Delegation left the 2017 One Water Summit invigorated not only by the opportunities to share expertise and innovative ideas with professionals from around the nation, but also by the enthusiasm of our diverse group of professionals to return to LA and continue our path of collaboration toward a sustainable and resilient water future. | More >

Making Water Accessible and Affordable in Philadelphia

Debra McCarty, Philadelphia Water Commissioner | July 19, 2017

There’s no doubt that rising water rates can have a significant impact on low-income families in Philadelphia.  That’s why the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) is expanding our customer assistance programs. | More >

Transforming schoolyards into models of sustainable water infrastructure

Allison Fore, Public and Intergovernmental Affairs Officer, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago | July 19, 2017

Investments in water infrastructure projects do more than help improve water quality and services. These critical investments can also transform neighborhoods and advance the local quality of life by supporting the creation of healthy green spaces. | More >