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Want to Change the World?

We'll Help You Solve Global Problems.

At the One Water Solutions Institute, we bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and practical solutions to tackle today’s most pressing water and environmental challenges. By fostering collaboration among public, private, and non-governmental organizations, we develop innovative technologies and strategies that promote sustainability and resilience in communities worldwide.

Our expertise spans water reuse and resource recovery, smart water software solutions, agricultural resources and watershed management, all aimed at creating a more sustainable future.

Building scale graywater and roof runoff collection system with tanks, plumbing and pumps at CSU Spur Hydro Water TAP
Water Reuse & Resource Recovery
We pioneer fit-for-purpose water treatment technologies tailored for real-world impact - strengthening communities, boosting resilience, and shaping a future where every drop counts.
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Smart Water Software Solutions
We deliver powerful web-based, dynamic online tools that revolutionize the way land, water, energy, and interconnected resources are assessed—driving smarter, more sustainable decisions.
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Training, Certification & Workforce Development
We ignite the spark of innovation, empowering our students to become trailblazers in water resources management. With hands-on experience, we shape future leaders and change makers.
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Real-world problems require real-world solutions. There’s no question that we need to advance science, but there’s also a significant need for training the next generation of engineers so they can actually solve problems.

Mazdak Arabi, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Revolutionary Research

To Build Resilient Communities.

The One Water Solutions Institute is revolutionizing how we manage water in an era of rapid population growth, climate change, and urban expansion. Our holistic solutions integrate cutting-edge science, innovative technologies, and world-class research to build global resilience, reliability, and sustainability.

By rethinking water from every angle, we create smarter, more efficient and equitable roadmaps to plan, design, and manage interconnected systems – ensuring a future where communities thrive, and every drop counts.

Research Focus Areas
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Decades of Combined Water, Climate, and Environmental Sustainability Research Experience

Our team provides a unique perspective and wide range of expertise by bringing together water, energy, and agricultural research experts, engineers, program managers, and software developers.

We are proud of our team’s varied demographics, and the excellence our strong diversity lends to our research.

Meet Our Team
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Center pivot irrigation system in cornfield
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Bioprocessing lab showing fermenters and other lab equipment at CSU Spur Hydro

Centers of Innovation

Our research centers are hubs where creative ideas, technological advancements, and entrepreneurial endeavors converge to drive progress and change. These CSU facilities are characterized by a concentration of talent, resources, and infrastructure that fosters collaboration and the exchange of ideas across various disciplines.

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Green roof with plants and crops on top of the Terra building at CSU Spur
Bilingual exhibits at CSU Spur Hydro lobby describing how water is shared, limited and sacred.
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Research Facilities

Learn more
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Connect with us!

From campus to the community and beyond, we offer hands-on education and professional certifications, host webinars and conferences to further the science, bridge the gaps, and build One Water communities.

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