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.
Fostering new water technology, globally
We bring together the best scientific minds and industry specialists to accelerate the adoption of innovative technologies. With us, you get access to the following benefits.
Pilot Projects
Facility and industry end users share the cost of conducting demonstrations to accelerate adoption of new technologies.
People and Policy
Benchmarking 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.
Utility Peer Network
Provides mechanism for technology and research and development managers to share experiences and collaborate on innovation.
Participate in WRF TechLink
Participate in our digital collaboration platform designed to accelerate the uptake and deployment of innovation in the water sector by exploring the platform, acting as a technology reviewer, or submitting a technology.
Recent Updates
The Water Research Foundation Funds New Transformative Research
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) has selected six new projects for funding to advance water research through its Unsolicited Research Program. These projects total over $2 million in value. Pending...
$100K Research Award Will Advance Removal of Contaminants and Pathogens
Earlier today, The Water Research Foundation (WRF) presented Professor Belinda Sturm, PhD, with the 2022 Paul L. Busch Award. With this $100,000 research prize, Professor Sturm will assess how the...
The Water Research Foundation Seeks Proposals for 20 New Research Projects
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is now accepting proposals for 20 research projects, funded through WRF’s Research Priority Program, that will advance the science of water for communities around the...