NCRWA’s Energy Efficiency Technical Assistance Program is designed to promote energy-efficient practices in small water and wastewater systems. Funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service, the program provides the following support for water and wastewater systems:

• Energy assessments

• Recommends energy-efficient practices and technologies and provides support in achieving recommendations

• Energy usage technical support

• Assists with presentations to governing boards

• Accessing financing opportunities to improve energy efficiency

• Training and assistance with energy efficiency project implementation

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Water/wastewater facilities account for approximately 4% of all electricity consumed in the United States. Whether implementing a motor management program, upgrading to higher-efficiency pumps and/or controls such as VFDs, or optimizing processes to run more during off-peak hours, there are always opportunities to improve efficiency in any system. Energy-efficient equipment typically has a longer service life and requires less maintenance than older, less efficient technologies.  Water/wastewater systems can account for 40-60% of a town’s energy budget, underscoring their significant energy use and creating a significant opportunity for energy savings. Energy efficiency projects should be at the forefront of infrastructure upgrades and long-term planning for water/wastewater facilities. ​

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