Description:
Over 60 million U.S. residents live in rural communities, many struggling to access reliable and affordable water infrastructure. Proper water management in small, rural communities is hindered by numerous barriers, including environmental conditions, low population density, workforce challenges, and low household incomes. This session envisions a ‘One Water’ approach that connects all water cycle elements to offer exciting opportunities to overcome challenges and unlock a future of continued affordable and equitable water access for these communities. The anticipated outcomes from this session include unique perspectives and solutions for One Water practitioners to bring back to their regional communities.
Organizers:
Mark Elliott, Justin Hutchison, Joe Brown, Amal, Bakchan, Jillian Maxcy-Brown, Mark Barnett, Bruce Dvorak, Prathap Parameswaran, Nirupam Aich, Kiranmayi Mangalgiri