"There's a thread that ties all these winners together," said McCarthy. "It's that they aren't just thinking about providing clean water today but managing it for the future. That kind of ingenuity requires thinking outside the box. It requires breaking down barriers and cross-collaboration."
Accordingly, "Deputy Secretary Michael Connor, U.S. Department of the Interior, also picked up on the theme as he congratulated the winners: "Innovation in partnerships may very well be the key." He described his experiences touring areas that have been hit by extreme weather and drought. "The urgency of these events epitomizes the phrase, 'water is life.'"
See also: "U.S. Water Alliance announces 2014 U.S Water Prize winners"
About the Winners
Alliance for Water Efficiency
The Alliance for Water Efficiency is a provider of education and advocacy, instilling an ethic of "every drop counts" and proving that a "save more, waste less" strategy applies not just to water but to energy and money as well.
(See also: "Alliance for Water Efficiency awarded 2014 U.S. Water Prize".)
American Water
Since 1981, American Water, the Innovation and Environmental Stewardship Team, has been conducting cutting-edge research, development and collaboration to advance the water and wastewater sector, underscoring the value of water and the benefit of technology. More than 20 scientists have been devoting themselves to the effort.
(See also: "American Water awarded 2014 U.S. Water Prize".)
Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati
Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati is pursuing cleaner, greener, and smarter strategies to reduce water pollution, beautify neighborhoods and drive economic development. Their green infrastructure strategy is winning support from regulators, environmentalists and businesses.
(See also: "MSD awarded 2014 U.S. Water Prize".)
Orange County Water District and Sanitation District
Orange County Water District and Sanitation District's Ground Water Replenishment System is recognized for its reclamation and reuse efforts Their work to reclaim 70 million gallons per day is expanding to 100 million gallons per day, all to reduce regional water insecurity and recharge precious supplies.
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