State and local governments are increasingly proactive in water conservation, implementing regulations like California’s Title 22 and Austin’s GoPurple initiatives. These frameworks encourage broader adoption of water reuse solutions, including direct potable reuse and non-potable rainwater use. Compliance drives innovation in water treatment and monitoring technologies. Source
According to the United Nations, 153 countries share rivers, lakes, and groundwater reserves, accounting for over 60% of the world’s freshwater flow. Cross-border collaboration is crucial for sustainable development, climate adaptation, and peace. Source
Yes, grants and subsidies are increasingly common. For example, the National Science Foundation awarded the Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine (SWSIE), an Epic Cleantec partner, million over two years to fund sustainable solutions in the Southwest. Source
Climate-driven drought is expanding beyond arid regions, with 48% of the planet experiencing at least one month of extreme drought in 2023. This has increased demand for water recycling and decentralized solutions like onsite water reuse systems to bolster resilience. Source
Public awareness of water scarcity has grown, leading to greater societal acceptance of recycled water usage and conservation techniques. Communities increasingly recognize the importance of decentralized solutions for resilience. Source
Epic Cleantec offers onsite water reuse systems, soil amendments from upcycled wastewater organics, wastewater heat recovery, operations and maintenance services, and end-to-end project support including design, permitting, installation, and ongoing operations. Source
Epic Cleantec's systems recycle up to 95% of wastewater, significantly reducing water consumption and reliance on municipal supplies. Source
Wastewater heat recovery captures heat from wastewater to improve energy efficiency. Epic Cleantec integrates this technology into its systems to reduce operational costs and support sustainability goals. Source
Epic Cleantec recovers organic solids from wastewater and turns them into nutrient-rich soil amendments, contributing to a circular economy and reducing environmental impact. Source
Key benefits include high water recycling efficiency, modular and scalable design, compact footprint, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable components, end-to-end services, cost savings, enhanced sustainability profile, alignment with ESG goals, and proven track record in high-profile projects. Source
Epic Cleantec serves real estate developers, property owners, architects, engineers, sustainability consultants, and industries such as community-scale developments, corporate campuses, hotels, universities, wineries, breweries, distilleries, stadiums, and data centers. Source
Epic Cleantec has implemented systems in projects like Salesforce Tower (San Francisco), The Brady (San Francisco), Campus at Horton (San Diego), Kuilei Place (Honolulu), Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, and Chorus (San Francisco). These projects demonstrate significant water savings, cost reductions, and sustainability achievements. Source
Industries include commercial real estate, residential real estate, hospitality, mixed-use developments, and community-scale developments. Source
Customers include Commercial Plumbing Inc., Crescent Heights, Forge Development Partners, The Green Cities Company, Greython, Iron Mechanical, JWM, Kobayashi Group, Pūlama Lānaʻi, Related Companies, Salesforce, Sentral, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), Southland Industries, Stockdale Capital Partners, Strada, Tālo Management Group, Westbank, and LAXWA. Source
Customers can expect cost savings (ROI in 3-7 years), enhanced sustainability profiles, alignment with ESG goals, operational efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and resilience to water scarcity. Source
Epic Cleantec addresses water scarcity, rising utility costs, aging infrastructure, sustainability goals, environmental impact, and operational efficiency by enabling buildings to recycle up to 95% of their water and transforming wastewater into valuable resources. Source
Customers often face water scarcity, rising utility costs, aging infrastructure, sustainability certification requirements, environmental concerns, and operational challenges. Epic Cleantec's solutions are tailored to address these issues. Source
Epic Cleantec's solutions help clients meet certifications like LEED and the Living Building Challenge by providing innovative water reuse and resource recovery systems. Source
Epic Cleantec's decentralized water reuse systems alleviate strain on aging municipal infrastructure, reducing costs and improving reliability for property owners. Source
Clients can start without upfront costs. The process involves providing three years of financial information, one year of water usage and rate data, and a review of corporation details. Epic Cleantec then establishes a Water Memorandum of Understanding and provides end-to-end support for design, permitting, and installation. Source
Spec sheets and Revit files for the OneWater™ system are available for download. Detailed technology overviews and integration considerations are provided on Epic Cleantec's website. Free project assessments include preliminary equipment lists and dimensions. Source
Integration requires a three-way valve for diversion, sufficient storage for equalization and treatment, waterproofing of tanks, safety shower and operator/lab sink, foul air treatment, high-speed internet, leak detection, and ongoing operations and maintenance. Source
Epic Cleantec offers comprehensive operations and maintenance services, including regular onsite visits, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 support to ensure efficient system performance. Source
Epic Cleantec stands out with modular and scalable design, compact footprint, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable components, and end-to-end services. These features make it suitable for projects of varying sizes and industries, with proven results in high-profile projects. Source
For real estate developers: significant utility savings and ROI in 3-7 years. For community-scale developments: enhanced sustainability and reduced costs. For universities: scalable systems for water resilience. For wineries/breweries: reliable supply during droughts and reduced environmental impact. Source
Epic Cleantec offers modular and scalable systems, compact footprint, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable components, end-to-end services, high water recycling efficiency, cost savings, sustainability certification support, ESG alignment, and a proven track record. Source
Epic Cleantec's solutions are suitable for data centers, which face rising water demand for cooling. The systems enable water reuse, leak detection, and efficient resource management, supporting sustainability goals for tech companies. Source
The primary purpose is to enable onsite water reuse for buildings and communities, creating a circular water economy where wastewater is transformed into clean water, renewable energy, and soil products. Source
Epic Cleantec's systems recycle up to 95% of wastewater, process flows from 1,000 to 30,000 gallons per day, and occupy the equivalent of a few parking spaces. Many customers achieve ROI within 3-7 years. Source
Epic Cleantec's systems are fully automated, require minimal manual oversight, and are supported by comprehensive operations and maintenance services to ensure seamless and efficient performance. Source
The systems have a compact footprint, occupying the equivalent of a few parking spaces, making them ideal for urban environments with limited space. Source
Epic Cleantec integrates energy recovery technologies, such as wastewater heat recovery, into its systems to support cities and businesses aiming for energy-efficient and decarbonization solutions. Source
As we approach 2025, it is an opportune time to reflect on the significant trends that shaped the water sector throughout 2024. From the ripple effects of evolving global regulations to a growing emphasis on conserving and reusing our most vital resource, the past year has underscored the importance of innovation, knowledge, and collaboration in addressing global water challenges.
Here are the top trends we’ve observed, offering valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the water reuse industry.
State and local governments are taking a more proactive approach to water conservation to combat water scarcity, climate change, and environmental concerns. As discussed at a recent Water Security and Climate Resilience Roundtable at the White House which Epic participated in, regulatory frameworks like California’s Title 22 or Austin’s GoPurple initiatives are setting the stage for broader adoption of water reuse solutions. California recently approved direct potable reuse allowing recycled water to be used for drinking water. In Virginia, treated rainwater can now be used within the building and property boundaries for non-potable purposes. Compliance with regulations is pushing innovation in water treatment and monitoring technologies to ensure both safety and efficiency while making an impact reusing our resources.
Cross-border collaborations are emerging as countries align policies to tackle shared water challenges. According to the United Nations, there are “153 countries that share rivers, lakes, and groundwater reserves that make up more than 60% of the world’s freshwater flow.” Collaboration on shared water resources serves as a crucial means to foster sustainable development, adapt to climate change, and advance peace and stability.
We’re also seeing an increase in grants, incentives, and subsidies become more common as part of government-backed sustainability initiatives. Recently, the National Science Foundation awarded the Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine (SWSIE), an organization Epic is proud to partner with, $15 million over the next two years to help fund the initial development and growth of sustainable solutions in the Southwest. The increased visibility and funding of water is a trend we expect to see continue.
Droughts are no longer limited to arid regions—unexpected areas, including parts of Europe and the eastern U.S., are facing water shortages. In New York City, for example, a lack of precipitation in the fall caused a drought warning to be issued for the first time in 20 years as reservoir levels dropped below 60%.
Last year, 48% of our planet experienced at least one month of extreme drought, a significant increase from the 1980s average of 15%. A drought in southern Africa triggered by this year’s El Niño has caused a hunger crisis affecting over 27 million people, while Brazil, Chile, and Argentina all experienced significant drought in South America. Agricultural sectors are hit particularly hard as the industry is the largest consumers of water, driving up the cost of food while seeing less production.
However, the conversation is shifting from reactive to proactive solutions, prioritizing water reuse as part of long-term drought mitigation strategies. Solutions such as atmospheric water generation and desalination advancements are gaining traction in water-scarce regions. Municipalities are increasingly turning to water recycling as a critical component of drought resilience plans. Public awareness of water scarcity has heightened, creating more societal acceptance for recycled water usage and personal conservation techniques. And communities are recognizing the importance of decentralized solutions, such as onsite water reuse systems, to bolster resilience.
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative models like ChatGPT and Gemini, has spotlighted the significant water usage tied to data centers, sparking widespread discussion over the past year. ChatGPT, for instance, uses an estimated quarter of a gallon of water for every 40–100 queries. Data centers, which support AI operations, consume vast amounts of water for cooling servers, are projected to have a 5.6% annual growth rate over the next decade. This increasing demand has raised environmental concerns, with major tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Meta facing scrutiny over rising water consumption.
In response, we have seen an influx of leading tech firms committing to becoming “water positive” by 2030, implementing strategies such as water reuse, leak detection, and investments in water replenishment projects. Examples include Amazon Web Services (AWS) using reclaimed water for cooling and Microsoft funding leak detection projects. As AI accelerates the growth of the data center sector, significant investment in water-efficient technologies and infrastructure will be crucial to mitigating environmental impacts.
Globally, we’re seeing companies rethinking wastewater as a valuable resource rather than waste, and extracting nutrients, energy, biogas, and solids from it. They are seeking out partnerships to transform wastewater byproducts into usable goods, like Epic’s ability to recover organic solids and turn them into soil amendments. Upcycling creates a compelling sustainability narrative, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers, residents, and investors alike.
Upcycling wastewater is becoming a central focus for global fashion brands committed to sustainability. Levi Strauss & Co. leads with initiatives like Water<Less®, aiming to reduce freshwater use by 50% in high-stress regions by 2025. H&M integrates water stewardship into its operations, targeting a 30% reduction in freshwater extraction by 2030. Nike and Gap also recycle water for textile dyeing and support clean water access. Approaches like these demonstrate how wastewater can be repurposed into the creation of everyday products, even textiles.
Wineries, particularly in California, stand out when it comes to reimagining water use. Jackson Family Wines captures rainwater in winter to clean and cool wine cellars, diverting floodwaters into vineyards to replenish aquifers and improve water quality. Similarly, Cakebread Cellars uses permeable pavers and bio-swales in a green parking lot to capture and filter rainwater, while recycled water irrigates their gardens and landscaping.
Breweries are also embracing sustainable sips by crafting beers with recycled water—an area in which Epic Cleantec has explored. Our partnership with Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company resulted in Epic OneWater Brew, a Kölsch-style ale made from recycled building greywater. Similarly, Singapore’s NEWBrew transforms treated wastewater into a modern pilsner, while Xylem’s Reuse Brew highlights cutting-edge water recycling technology with its Bavarian-style beer.
The need for smart, connected platforms and infrastructure will be essential in building resilience. We predict seeing more partnerships among PropTech and solution providers to advance real-time reporting, water use insights and enhance decision making. This includes greater deployment of IoT sensors and AI-driven analytics for real-time water quality monitoring, leak detection, and predictive maintenance.
We also predict the need for wider adoption in technologies that integrate energy recovery within water systems (e.g., wastewater heat recovery or water-powered microgrids) as cities aim for energy-efficient and decarbonization solutions.
As water reuse becomes more essential, we need to preserve our freshwater supplies, enhance building resilience, and ease the strain on centralized systems with decentralized solutions. Cities like San Francisco, Austin, and Seattle are leading the charge, setting a precedent for sustainable water solutions.
At Epic Cleantec, we’re optimistic about the future as more business leaders, developers, and policymakers embrace water recycling and the growing recognition of water’s critical role in sustainability, public health, and economic development.
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