Topics of Focus
Innovation at WRF
Our Innovation Program is a multi-pronged initiative to help bring new water technology to the field quickly and efficiently. The program provides a seamless pipeline for research outcomes to culminate in the implementation of innovative processes and technologies.
Technology Evaluations
Facility and industry end users share the cost of conducting demonstrations to accelerate adoption of new technologies.
People and Policy
Bench-marking how individual utilities accomplish the identification of resources and policies needed to implement effective research and development.
Communication
In-depth training, education, and outreach designed to promote innovation.
Informal Forum for R&D
Managers and individuals responsible for technology identification and deployment share experiences, activities, and interests.
Recent Updates
Reporting Period: November 1, 2021 – January 31, 2022. Cast iron distribution system pipes were tested...
Reporting Period: August 1, 2021 – October 31, 2021. During this period, the team tested a...
Reporting Period: April - November 2021. Operation of the granular activated carbon (GAC) pilot setup consisting...
Reporting Period: July 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022. This reporting period, full chapter drafts from...
Reporting Period: August 1, 2021 – February 1, 2022. A literature review has been completed, addressing...
Reporting Period: July 1, 2021 -- December 31, 2021. Recent progress focused on the analysis of...
Reporting Period: May 2021 - December 2021. The ammonia-based aeration control was optimized for the Seneca...
Reporting Period: June 15, 2021 – September 15, 2021. During this period, the team carried out...
Reporting Period: June 16, 2021 – December 15, 2021. During this period, the team held the...
Reporting Period: September 2021 – November 2021. A survey of select utilities that employ potable reuse...
Throughout the year, WRF hosts and participates in events that focus on critical water quality issues. From web seminars to research workshops, these events provide opportunities for you to learn about new research from water quality experts and to share ideas and connect with other industry professionals.
Advances in Water Research

This issue features the most impactful research results of 2021.