Until the beginning of this year, direct potable reuse in Arizona was unequivocally banned.
“There was a flat-out prohibition against using direct potable reuse. At the time, the standards weren’t there, and the technology wasn’t there. Thanks to pilot projects in other states, it is now technologically feasible and safe,” says Dave Dunaway, value stream manager of groundwater protection and reuse for Arizona’s Department of Environmental Quality.
It’s the first step in an effort by Arizona DEQ to create a new set of rules and guidelines promoting DPR systems.
“We’ve enabled it on the menu of your options. So
Your Drain Is Arizona’s Newest Water Source
The state is on the cutting edge of direct potable reuse thanks to the efforts put forth by the DEQ in writing regulations that give cities with water shortages more options
Apr 30, 2018 | by Jared Raney |
