Applications are currently being accepted for The Water Research Foundation (WRF) Enabling Sustainable Water Reuse in California 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) has launched a competitive funding opportunity to support research on emerging technologies and processes that improve the sustainability of municipal wastewater reuse in California.
The project will evaluate innovative reverse osmosis concentrate (ROC) and minimal liquid discharge (MLD) technologies to help utilities reduce waste, improve water recovery, lower environmental impacts, and support long-term water security. The research will also examine practical implementation challenges, regulatory considerations, and future research priorities that can accelerate the adoption of advanced wastewater reuse technologies.
Eligible applicants include U.S.-based organizations such as:
Applicants should demonstrate expertise in water treatment, environmental engineering, wastewater management, desalination, water reuse, or related scientific disciplines.
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