One Water Solutions Institute
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Join Colorado State University’s One Water Solutions Institute (OWSI) for an inside look at Water TAP – a unique, real-world testing environment designed to accelerate safe, reliable, and efficient water technologies.
Water TAP accelerates real-world water innovation by providing scalable infrastructure, applied expertise, and a collaborative environment where utilities, industry, startups, and researchers can pilot and validate solutions for fit-for-purpose water use.
Designed to reduce barriers to demonstration and deployment, Water TAP supports partners looking to move technologies from concept to field readiness through structured, real-world testing.
Five real-world water sources to enable testing across fit-for-purpose reuse and related applications
A hub for Colorado’s One Water innovation ecosystem, enabling partnerships, collaboration, and pathways to funding opportunities
Applied expertise and workforce pathways, connecting industry and utilities with next-generation talent through CSU
The Water TAP Open House offers a unique opportunity for utilities, technology developers, engineering and consulting firms, industry partners, agencies, funders, and CSU collaborators to explore a first-of-its-kind testbed designed to accelerate real-world water innovation. Attendees will gain insight into how Water TAP supports the piloting, validation, and deployment of fit-for-purpose water technologies in a neutral, university-managed environment.
During the Open House, you will have the opportunity to:
Tour the Water TAP laboratory and see scalable, modular infrastructure in operation
Learn how Water TAP enables pilot testing, demonstration, and applied collaboration
Understand pathways for engaging through projects, partnerships, and membership
Connect with utilities, industry, technology developers, and CSU researchers working across Colorado’s One Water ecosystem
In-person tour capacity is limited to ensure a high-quality experience. so early registration is encouraged to secure an in-person spot! Virtual participation is available for the informational session.
Water TAP offers multiple pathways for organizations to engage, with membership serving as the primary mechanism for sustained collaboration, access, and participation in the testbed.
Through membership, partners gain structured access to Water TAP facilities and expertise, opportunities to participate in pilot projects and collaborative initiatives, and a seat at the table as the program evolves. Membership also connects organizations to Colorado’s growing One Water innovation ecosystem and to workforce development opportunities through CSU.
For organizations exploring fit-for-purpose water solutions, technology validation, or strategic partnerships, Water TAP membership provides a flexible, scalable way to engage over time.
Learn more about Water TAP membership and engagement options here.
1:30 PM – Tour Water TAP (In-Person)
Meet in the Hydro Building lobby for a guided tour of the Water TAP laboratory, where you’ll see scalable, modular infrastructure designed to support rapid pilot deployment and integration across multiple real-world water sources.
2:30 PM – Informational Session (Hybrid)
Join us for an overview of Water TAP’s mission, facilities, and partnership model, including how organizations can engage through projects, membership, and collaborative initiatives. This session will be offered both in person and virtually for those unable to attend onsite.
Location: Hydro Green River Room (4th Floor)
3:30 PM – Water TAP Member Forum (Members Only | Hybrid)
Current Water TAP members are invited to participate in a facilitated forum focused on program updates, early priorities, and opportunities to help shape the next phase of Water TAP activities. This session will be offered both in person and virtually to support broad participation.
Location: Hydro Green River Room (4th Floor)
