It is important for BPUB optimize the management, diversification, and efficient use of available water resources, including strengthening water supply through expanding reuse, conservation programs, and infrastructure investments, while proactively addressing risks such as drought, aging assets, and overdependence on the Rio Grande River.
Amid rising demand, persistent drought, regulatory pressures, and Rio Grande supply limits, BPUB must further diversify its water portfolio, strengthen conservation, and upgrade aging infrastructure to ensure reliable service, manage costs, and support regional growth.
BPUB will diversify water supply sources to reduce Rio Grande dependency and increase drought resilience.
BPUB will utilize Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) to increase raw water supply, reduce raw water demands and improve overall water resource efficiency.
BPUB will enhance conservation efforts to extend supply and reduce system strain.
BPUB will expand the reach, impact, and operational capacity of existing energy efficiency and water conservation programs by increasing participation, increasing awareness, enhancing delivery infrastructure, integrating modern technologies, and targeting high-impact customer segments.
BPUB will improve operational efficiency through technology, data, and proactive asset management.
BPUB will explore improving the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability of SRWA’s operations by optimizing plant run schedules, exploring whether it is possible to “ramp” SRWA when other lower cost water sources are available.
