Learn more about vital drinking water research The Water Research Foundation sponsors, industry news and issues, relevant legislation and regulations, and strategic partnerships we form to further leverage our research dollars.
Contact Information
Lexie Vean, Chief Communications Officer
Recent Releases
WRF Seeks Laboratories to Participate in SARS-CoV-2 Study
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is seeking laboratories to participate in an interlaboratory and methods assessment of the SARS-CoV-2 genetic signal in wastewater. This project was identified as a high-priority...
Water Sector Seeks Applications for Utility of the Future Today Recognition Program
The application period is open for the Utility of the Future Today recognition program, which honors water resource recovery facilities for community engagement, watershed stewardship, and recovery of resources such...
The Water Research Foundation Funds 12 New Projects, Seeks Partners
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) has funded 12 new Research Priority Program projects with a total funding amount of $2,125,000. This research allocation will be significantly leveraged with partnership funding...
Distribution List
To be added to our press release distribution list, please send an e-mail with your contact information to our Communications Coordinator, Michelle Suazo.
Archive
The Water Research Foundation Announces New COVID-19 Research Effort
As an immediate follow-on to the Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds, The Water Research Foundation will release Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and...
Speakers Announced for the Closing Session of The Water Research Foundation’s Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds
Today, The Water Research Foundation announced the agenda and presenters for the Closing Session of the Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds. This...
Speakers Announced for Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds
Today, The Water Research Foundation announced the presenters for the Opening Session of the Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds. This international cohort...
Registration Open for The Water Research Foundation’s Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds
Registration is now open for the Opening and Closing Sessions of The Water Research Foundation’s Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds. During the...
WRF Announces Structure, Co-Chairs for Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds
Today, The Water Research Foundation (WRF) announced the Working Group Co-Chairs and structure for its groundbreaking event, the Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in...
The Water Research Foundation to Host Virtual International Water Research Summit on Environmental Surveillance of COVID-19 Indicators in Sewersheds
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is hosting a virtual international water research summit on environmental surveillance of COVID-19 indicators in sewersheds. By the end of April, a select group of...
The Water Research Foundation Seeks Nominations for Awards Honoring Subscribers and Research Partners
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is accepting nominations for two awards that recognize some of the most influential utility subscribers and researchers.
EPA's National Water Reuse Action Plan Makes Reuse a National Priority
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), alongside federal partners, will release the National Water Reuse Action Plan: Collaborative Implementation.
Intelligent Water Systems Challenge Launches for Third Year
The Intelligent Water Systems Challenge (IWS Challenge) is back for a third year to drive participants to use innovation and data to solve some of the most difficult issues facing...
WRF is Accepting Pre-Proposals for the Unsolicited Research Program
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is now accepting pre-proposals for the Unsolicited Research Program. The Unsolicited Research Program funds novel, transformative research and innovation projects that can significantly advance the...
The Water Research Foundation Appoints Christobel Ferguson as Chief Innovation Officer
The Water Research Foundation (WRF), the world’s leading research organization advancing the science of all water, is pleased to announce that Christobel Ferguson will be joining WRF’s Leadership Team as...
WRF Releases Guide and Toolbox for Utility Partnerships to Address Resource Management Challenges
Utility partnerships are a key strategy to address challenges around water supply reliability, water quality and water costs. The Water Research Foundation (WRF), in collaboration with the American Water Works...
LIFT SEE IT Accepting Applications for Travel Scholarships in 2020
Alexandria, VA — Scholarships through the Leaders Innovation Forum for Technology (LIFT) Scholarship Exchange Experience for Innovation & Technology (SEE IT) are available to allow utility personnel to visit other...
The Water Research Foundation Announces 2019 Paul L. Busch Award Winner
On September 24, during WEFTEC in Chicago, IL, The Water Research Foundation (WRF) announced Dr. Ameet Pinto as the 2019 Paul L. Busch Award winner. With the $100,000 prize, Dr...