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A strategic approach to engineering water supply solutions that recognizes that all water – regardless of origin – is a valuable resource that must be maximized based on the intended purpose to provide everyone with safe, convenient and affordable access to water.
For more than 100 years, Arcadis has combined experience, innovation, and insight to help communities create sustainable solutions that make our world cleaner and safer. Our purpose is simple: improving quality of life. Today, as we continue to face new and increasing challenges, that purpose has never been more important. Our Global Water Optimization team brings decades of experience in optimizing both municipal and industrial water systems to identify and implement sustainable solutions. One Water is a key step in the pathway to sustainability.
Achieving Sustainability with a One Water Approach
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Sustainability and Climate Adaptation Programme Manager - United Kingdom
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One Water strategies enable communities to overcome multiple challenges with a single solution, thereby optimizing the use of resources to provide the greatest overall benefit.
What is One Water
Four Components of Effective One Water Solutions
Four Components of Effective One Water Solutions
What is One Water
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Arcadis helps communities to develop both Integrated Water Resources Plans as well as holistic One Water Roadmaps. We leverage engineering technical analysis of water-use and water resource availability, watershed and water-system modeling, and holistic assessments of system and organizational optimization needs, and pair that with community engagement initiatives. By leveraging our engineers, business advisory experts, environmental specialists, and community engagement team, we enable multi-disciplinary teams to identify sustainable water solutions that solve multiple community challenges and ensure a resilient water future.
We Plan for a Resilient One Water Future.
Arcadis offers a vast range of water, wastewater, stormwater and reclaimed water engineering design, construction, and implementation services. We employ specialists in every aspect of the water cycle from source development to wastewater treatment and reuse. We have worked with water systems across the country and globally to implement innovative water supply projects, optimize existing water supplies, and improve water quality from watershed to tap.
We Implement One Water Strategies.
We understand that One Water solutions must evolve and leverage new tools to meet the growing challenges in our world. We are actively engaged in developing thought leadership on Smart One Water Policy & Governance, Workforce Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion and the Innovation Ecosystem through our partnership with the Virginia Tech SWIM Center. We are also actively advancing One Water with intelligence. Water is water — managing it in silos can minimize its value and potential. We are using advanced technologies and approaches to widen the lens utilities use to make insight-driven decisions that optimize investments of limited resources, increase efficiency and improve public trust.
We are Visioning the Future of One Water.
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Conserving Water Resources and Improving Sustainability
Arcadis provides expertise for all four components of effective One Water solutions
Considering Alternative Water Resources
Engineering through a Social Lens
Collaborating at a Watershed Scale
• Incorporation of non-conventional water supplies (stormwater, reuse, brackish water, tidal rivers) into
water supply portfolios
• Strategic water supply storage solutions (quarry conversions, aquifer storage and recovery)
• Non-potable water solutions or “Fit-for-Purpose” water (data centers, stormwater capture for irrigation)
• Integrated water resources planning
• Replenishment of groundwater supplies (aquifer recharge)
• Conservation programs, including non-revenue water supplies
• Watershed and water supply protection programs (nutrient neutrality)
• Green Infrastructure and Low Impact Development
• Nature and biodiversity (nature water nexus solutions)
• Data governance
• Intelligent Water (Smart One Water)
• Comprehensive Regional Hydraulic Modeling
• Regional One Water Roadmaps
• Regional Water Resources Planning/Sharing
• Workforce
• Equity and environmental justice
• Affordability and access
• Community engagement
• Economic development
• Funding and financing
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Outreach and Education
• Innovation Ecosystem
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Brent Alspach
Municipal Supplies
brent.alspach@arcadis.com
760-585-8861 / +1760602-3828
Dave Riedel
Industrial Supplies
david.riedel@arcadis.com
703-853-8920 / +1703465-4238
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Kent, Ashley
One Water Practice Lead
ashley.kent@arcadis.com
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Mark Van Auken
Stormwater Practice Lead
mark.vanauken@arcadis.com
330-608-9292 / +1919415-2305
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Considering Alternative Water Resources
The Arcadis team provides specialized services in alternative water resources from conceptual identification and evaluation through full design, construction and integration. We leverage technical data analytics and modeling tools to assess water resource availability, quality, and feasibility
(e.g., modeling, yield analysis) for implementing a diverse range of non-conventional water supplies, such as implementing a diverse range of non-conventional water supplies, such as stormwater, reuse, desalination, and tidal rivers.
We also partner with water systems to develop strategic water supply storage solutions to secure and optimize the use of both existing and alternative water supplies.
Our team has been implementing solutions including aquifer storage and recovery and conversion of abandoned quarries into water supply reservoirs.
Arcadis also has experience identifying and implementing non-potable water and reuse solutions that potable and non-potable water solutions to maximize the value of each water source based on the intended purpose. For example, optimizing water use for data centers, stormwater capture for irrigation, and use of treated wastewater at industrial facilities.
This holistic approach allows us to create resilient and environmentally conscious strategies that enhance water security and promote responsible resource management, benefiting communities and the environment alike.
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Conservation and Sustainability
With expertise in planning, assessment, design, implementation, and management of innovative water conservation and sustainability solutions, we are committed to reducing water waste, preserving this invaluable resource, and mitigating the impact of climate change. Water conservation is of paramount importance as it not only safeguards water supplies for future generations but also mitigates the ecological and economic consequences of water scarcity.
Our watershed to tap services begin with watershed protection, including robust community outreach and education programs, to protect our existing supplies for drinking water, recreational, and environmental purposes.
By implementing green infrastructure and low impact development (LID) strategies, we reduce our impact on the watershed and receiving streams, reduce the volume of stormwater being transported through engineered combined stormwater and sewer systems, and provide water supply where it is needed and with a quality matching it’s intended purpose.
We also support water systems in identifying, evaluating and implementing a range of community water conservation and non-revenue water programs focused on reducing water use by individuals, businesses, organization and water systems. In parallel, we help water systems identify strategies to more optimally manage existing water resources.
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Watershed-Scale Collaboration
Managing water in silos can minimize its value and potential. Arcadis excels in facilitating collaboration at a watershed scale, offering a comprehensive suite of services that empower communities to manage water resources with a forward-thinking, integrated approach. Our expertise spans data governance, fostering a unified and secure data environment, and extends to comprehensive regional hydraulic modeling and the creation of Regional One Water Roadmaps, which guide long-term sustainable strategies. We specialize in integrated water resources planning, bridging gaps between stakeholders and fostering efficient resource allocation. Our experts are also implementing predictive analytics to increase efficiency at treatment facilities, thereby maximizing investments, and improving public trust.
Our "Intelligent Water" (Smart One Water) solutions harness the power of data analytics and technology to optimize water management and make insight-driven decisions that optimize investments of limited resources and identify collaboration opportunities. Arcadis is advancing One Water with intelligence in partnership with the Virginia Tech SWIM Center. Arcadis is supporting development of new educational materials on Smart One Water Policy & Governance, Workforce Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, and the Innovation Ecosystem.
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Our Water Resources Planning Projects
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Edgar Westerhoff
Water Management Practice Lead
edgar.westerhof@arcadis.com
+1 646 246-0144
Prabhushankar Chandrasekeran
Intelligent Water Practice Leader
prabhu.chandrasekeran@arcadis.com
+1 410 923 7801
+1 312 404 3891
Engineering through a Social Lens
Arcadis is dedicated to engineering through a social lens, with a strong commitment to creating positive impacts. We work with communities to recognize and manage the needs and desires of a wide range of stakeholders to optimize community water services. We help utilities deliver their core mission through services such as workforce development/planning, funding and financing, and economic development planning.
Through our advisory services focused on equity and environmental justice, affordability and access, innovation, and community engagement, we bring a broad group of stakeholders into the planning process, helping utilities understand the needs and perspectives of their unique community. 'Systems thinking' is also key.
By recognizing the interconnectedness of water-related issues like resource sustainability, biodiversity impact and service accessibility, this approach promotes collaboration among utilities, governments, communities and other stakeholders to navigate competing values and make informed decisions.
This holistic approach to engineering transcends traditional boundaries and creates a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient built environment that benefits both communities and the natural world.
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Fostering Innovation Within Water Utilities
Together with the Water Research Foundation (WRF), the Water Environment & Reuse Foundation (WE&RF), and utility leaders and professionals around the world, a utility innovation framework was created that allows water utilities to build environments of creativity, experimentation and incubation.
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Zakiya Seymour
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Workforce Development
zakiya.seymour@arcadis.com
770-384-6666
Karyn Riley
Water Equity and Social Impact National Practice Lead
karyn.riley@arcadis.com
+1 (301) 273-4403
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Conservation and Sustainability
By implementing a holistic conservation approach including a robust Watershed Protection Plan, conservation and non-revenue water strategies, and investment in aging infrastructure, New Braunfels will ensure water remains a celebrated and protected feature of the community – no matter how large it grows.
Preserving Water Resources in a Rapidly Growing City
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By collecting and treating stormwater on-site through green infrastructure projects, the Cincinnati Zoo has conserved over 2 billion gallons of water and reduced the likelihood of Combined Sewer Overflow events in the City by reducing stormwater flow from the zoo.
Going Net Zero at the Cincinnati Zoo
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An upgraded urban runoff facility and a new, subterranean advanced water treatment facility will generate nearly 550 million gallons of locally sourced water annually from alternative supplies and improve water quality in Santa Monica Bay.
Santa Monica Unlocking Climate Resilience with One Water
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General Motor’s new system in Silao, Mexico can recycle and reuse 85% of wastewater, cutting the complex’s daily groundwater extraction in half while increasing operations.
Expanding Manufacturing Operations while Preserving Groundwater in a Water Stressed Region
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Engineering through a Social Lens
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Over 30 methods and tools for community and stakeholder engagement were leveraged to develop a community-driven Resilience Action Plan benefiting 1,000,000 residents and demonstrating the importance of involving marginalized communities in decision-making and implementation processes.
Shaping Climate Resiliency Across New Jersey
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Local ambassadors are being equipped to train this rapidly growing community in low impact development practices that will preserve and protect water sources and bring new service offerings to local, small businesses. A demonstration project is also underway reducing living costs for seven disadvantaged families.
Protecting Water Resources with Sustainable Development
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Collaboration
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Leveraging cloud-based artificial intelligence and machine learning maximized modeling efforts and alleviated data silos, which built on existing strengths and laid a foundation for future One Water collaboration.
New York City Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Water Supply Data Governance Best Practices
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Regional hydraulic and water quality distribution system model combining 112 member communities. Water quality was optimized for 3.8 Million customers within the same regional model.
Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) Comprehensive Regional Hydraulic Modeling
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These programs achieve long-term cost savings, minimize environmental impact, and contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.
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Conservation and Sustainability
By implementing a holistic conservation approach including a robust Watershed Protection Plan, conservation and non-revenue water strategies, and investment in aging infrastructure, New Braunfels will ensure water remains a celebrated and protected feature of the community – no matter how large it grows.
Preserving Water Resources in a Rapidly Growing City
By collecting and treating stormwater on-site through green infrastructure projects, the Cincinnati Zoo has conserved over 2 billion gallons of water and reduced the likelihood of Combined Sewer Overflow events in the City by reducing stormwater flow from the zoo.
Going Net Zero at the Cincinnati Zoo
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Alternative Water Resources
An upgraded urban runoff facility and a new, subterranean advanced water treatment facility will generate nearly 550 million gallons of locally sourced water annually from alternative supplies and improve water quality in Santa Monica Bay.
Santa Monica Unlocking Climate Resilience with One Water
General Motor’s new system in Silao, Mexico can recycle and reuse 85% of wastewater, cutting the complex’s daily groundwater extraction in half while increasing operations.
Expanding Manufacturing Operations while Preserving Groundwater in a Water Stressed Region
Over 30 methods and tools for community and stakeholder engagement were leveraged to develop a community-driven Resilience Action Plan benefiting 1,000,000 residents and demonstrating the importance of involving marginalized communities in decision-making and implementation processes.
Shaping Climate Resiliency Across New Jersey
Local ambassadors are being equipped to train this rapidly growing community in low impact development practices that will preserve and protect water sources and bring new service offerings to local, small businesses. A demonstration project is also underway reducing living costs for seven disadvantaged families.
Protecting Water Resources with Sustainable Development
Engineering through a Social Lens
Leveraging cloud-based artificial intelligence and machine learning maximized modeling efforts and alleviated data silos, which built on existing strengths and laid a foundation for future One Water collaboration.
New York City Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Water Supply Data Governance Best Practices
Regional hydraulic and water quality distribution system model combining 112 member communities. Water quality was optimized for 3.8 Million customers within the same regional model.
Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) Comprehensive Regional Hydraulic Modeling
Watershed-Scale Collaboration
The Water Energy Carbon (WEC) nexus in Homes
For ten consecutive years, the World Economic Forum’s Global Risk Report has listed water crises among the top-five risks in terms of impact. This has manifested in Day Zero scenarios in cities like Sao Paulo, Chennai, and Cape Town.
Our vision for 2030. Irresistible innovations that transform urban water and buildings into zero-carbon, safe, and sustainable systems.
Arcadis is a Partner to 50L Home Coalition, a public- private collaborative with an ambition to achieve a daily 50L per person net zero living that feels like 500L. The coalition is hosted by the World Economic Forum and World Business Council for Sustainable Development along with private partners such as P&G, Electrolux, City of Phoenix, Ikea, Arcadis, Scottish Water and this partnership is growing every year. We bring together policymakers, technology innovators, private sector, research organisations, built environment professionals and communities to bring in systems driven efficiency for water & energy. If achieved at scale, this ambition would have wide-reaching benefits: reducing energy consumption, accelerating our global journey to net zero, and reducing household bills against the cost-of-living crisis, to name but a few.
CAN WE GET PEOPLE TO LIVE ON 50L OF WATER PER PERSON PER DAY?
From old questions. Scarcity.
WHAT IF HOMES COULD RUN AT 50L AND NET ZERO CARBON, AND STILL FEEL LIKE 500L?
To new questions. Abundance.
50L Home & Net Zero Living together
Challenge: Water has a significant energy & carbon footprint. For example, water contributes to 6% of total CO2 emissions in the UK with 89% of it coming from heating water in homes.
We are a pioneer in the movement to mainstream disruptive, inclusive and responsible water access solutions, driving down energy consumption to deliver efficiency globally. 50L Home works on four key pillars: Innovate, Implement, Educate & Advocate
• Making sustainability innovation irresistible for consumers across their water consumption journey in homes through systems innovation across a range of wet appliances, fittings, fixtures, etc.
• Nudging disruptive solution adoption to remove water, reduce water or reuse water in homes through enabling policy and behavior change
• Drive water- energy efficiency gain through unconventional partnership and business model
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