Water Recycling Program Could Help Drought-Stricken Communities

Описание: In some parts of the United States, growing populations and prolonged droughts are straining water supplies. Large-scale water recycling could offer these communities a solution to their shortages. In a new report, we looked at the status of these efforts and their challenges. We'll learn more from GAO's Cardell Johnson.

Related work: GAO-26-107888, Freshwater Supply: Interior Should Continue to Identify Improvements to the Large-Scale Water Recycling Program

Released: January 2026

Transcript Link: https://www.gao.gov/assets/890/883086...

Report Link: https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-26-1...

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