AWWA ACE70507

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of drinking water and wastewater system challenges in the U.S., and the use of energy in the world of water. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (USEPA's) WaterSense program is presented, including: current activities; a national brand for water efficiency; watershed approaches to infrastructure; renewable energy production; efficiency ideas for drinking water production, treatment, and distribution; sustainable infrastructure and ARRA; ARRA SRF Green Reserve Fund; and, USEPA Region 9's website for Sustainable Water Infrastructure.