Innovative Utilities and Industries Using Water Reuse Across the US with WateReuse Association's Zachary Dorsey

In this Interview, we meet Zachary Dorsey who is the Director of Programs and Strategic Initiatives at the Water Reuse Association, a Trade Association based in Washington, D.C.. The Water Reuse Association represents utilities and businesses engaged in or interested in water reuse and recycling.

ONE-LINER:

"Water recycling is more than just a solution for drought—it's a strategy for sustainability and resilience across diverse industries and communities."

Pitch/Reverse Pitch:

Don’t miss Zachary's Overview of the Water Reuse Association, which you can find on the video from [2:56] to [3:38].

Discussion:

After the overview, we discuss:

• The evolving drivers of water reuse, from addressing water scarcity to enhancing industrial resilience and sustainability.
• The geographic expansion of water reuse, with new chapters forming in regions like Ohio.
• The role of onsite and decentralized water recycling systems in meeting the needs of businesses and municipalities.

Insights:

At [25:50], Zachary talks about the importance of partnerships between industrial users and water utilities, particularly in the context of sustainability goals and onsite water reuse systems.

Advice:

At [32:54], Zachary advises startups interested in water reuse technologies to engage with the Water Reuse Association's network, attend conferences, and connect directly with industry leaders to understand the specific challenges and opportunities within the water reuse space.