This episode shifts the conversation from engineering to storytelling.

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California’s water regulator is leading the charge towards a future where purified wastewater becomes clean, delicious drinking water for all. But people have questions about how advanced water purification will work, and we’re here to get some answers from the people who are turning wastewater into wonder.

In Episode 18 of What Matters Water TV + Podcast, we are diving deep into how we can squeeze every last drop of use out of our water resources. In this episode, we’re exploring Direct Potable Reuse or DPR (also known as advanced water purification). Whatever you want to call it it, this is California’s groundbreaking solution to water scarcity.

To unravel the nuances of DPR, we’ve gathered a panel of experts. Tony Estremera from Valley Water will shed light on the Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center, a pioneering facility in northern California.

Also, joining us is Dave Pedersen, overseeing operations at Las Virgenes Municipal Water District and serving as President of WaterReuse California.

And Dawn Taffler is a recycled water specialist at Kennedy Jenks, bringing extensive expertise in planning, engineering, and demystifying the complexities of water reuse.

From ‘advanced purified water’ to public education, we’ll delve into cutting-edge technologies and regulations ensuring the safety of reclaimed water. It’s a tale of scarcity, science, and human ingenuity. And let’s not reduce it to just “toilet to tap,” as the process entails far more complexity and innovation than the term suggests.

Tune in as we dive into the depths of advanced water purification – this is not your average water cooler chat!

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“This is a game-changing moment for California’s water management,” said Charley Wilson, Executive Director of the SCWC. “These forward-thinking regulations will enable us to make the most of our water resources and ensure a sustainable water future for our state.”

Key projects like Metropolitan Water District’s Pure Water SoCal and LADWP and Los Angeles Sanitation District’s Operation NEXT Water Supply Program stand at the forefront of this innovative wave, setting a benchmark in sustainable water management.

“It’s crucial to recognize that the success of high-quality recycled water systems depends fundamentally on the quality of the source water,” said Wilson. “This is where the role of the State Water Project and the Colorado River becomes indispensable as part of an “all-of-the-above” approach to water resources. Squeezing every possible use out of each drop of water we have is key to a sustainable water future for California.”

The SWRCB’s regulations will help to ensure that direct potable reuse projects are designed and operated in a manner that protects public health and the environment. The regulations also provide a framework for the development of local and regional direct potable reuse projects.

“We applaud the State Water Resources Control Board for their leadership and foresight in adopting these regulations,” said Wilson. “This is a major step forward in our efforts to ensure a secure and sustainable water future for California.”

The SCWC is committed to working with the SWRCB and other stakeholders to ensure that the regulations are implemented in a manner that is consistent with the highest standards of public health and environmental protection. Watch our video series on water recycling to learn more about the process.

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