Urban Water Planning at Denver Water and Building a Research Portfolio at a Water Utility
Theoretically, holistic management of urban water systems leads to better water quality and quantity outcomes and makes the most of a shared resource. In practice, managing the urban water cycle requires navigating complex governance structures and working with different entities that have competing drivers to identify and implement multi-benefit projects. In this talk, I will discuss some of the complexities related to urban water management in Denver and identify some opportunities for research and innovation. In addition, I will provide some insights into the opportunities for research administration and collaboration working in the water utility space in Colorado and nationally.
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