Welcome to AECOM’s official webpage for the 2026 WateReuse California Annual Conference, hosted by WateReuse California.
AECOM is proud to serve as a Diamond Sponsor of this premier gathering of water reuse leaders, taking place August 24-26 at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Embarcadero Center in San Francisco, CA. The conference brings together utilities, agencies, and industry experts to advance innovative and sustainable water solutions across California.
At AECOM, we work alongside our clients to deliver complex reuse programs that diversify water management portfolios and build lasting resilience. By pairing advanced treatment processes with digital insight, we create droughtproof systems that ensure every drop of water counts. Our approach combines technology, innovation, and deep industry expertise to deliver pure water solutions that safeguard communities today and into the future.
As a Diamond Sponsor, we are helping drive the conversation on the future of water reuse — from pioneering treatment technologies to large-scale program implementation. Our teams are shaping resilient water strategies that address today’s challenges while preparing communities for tomorrow’s needs.
Get to know our presenters, co-authors, moderators, and facilitators who are contributing to this year’s program.
AECOM Diamond Panel
Affordability & Holistic Benefits of Potable Reuse
Tuesday, August 25, 2:00 – 3:30 PM | Bayview
Moderated by Beverley Stinson, Executive Vice President and Global Water Chief Executive, this panel brings together utility leaders from across California to discuss the affordability and holistic benefits of potable reuse, highlighting its role in strengthening water resilience while delivering environmental, economic and community value.
Featured industry leader panelists:
Danny Rotter, TMWA
Evelyn Cortez-Davis, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
Gloria Lai-Bluml, MWD – Pure Water Southern California (PWSC)
Kirsten Struve, Valley Water
Robert Ferrante, Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts
Don’t miss our technical presentations
Operating Advanced Water Treatment Under Variable Wastewater Conditions
Vijay Sundaram, AECOM
Tuesday, August 25 – 2:00 PM | Marina Room
The Common Math: Jpegs, Noise- Canceling Headphones, & Wastewater Early Warning System
Karthik Kumarasamy, AECOM
Tuesday, August 25 – 2:30 PM | Seacliff D
The Multi-Faceted World of Water Reuse Projects
Catalina Alvarado Claro and Jay Witherspoon, AECOM
Wednesday, August 26 – 9:00 AM | Seacliff D
Managing PFAS During Groundwater Augmentation of Non-RO Treated Effluents
Ganesh Rajagopalan and Vijay Sundaram, AECOM
Wednesday, August 26 – 3:00 PM | Seacliff A
Read more from our experts
The economic benefits of water reuse
Our global One Water Director, and Principal Water Economist for the Western U.S. explain why economic analysis is essential to unlocking the full value of water reuse and how to apply it to justify investment, align stakeholders and accelerate adoption.
By Vijay Sundaram & Nik Carlson
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Achieving success on complex water programs
Our Global Program Managers share what it takes to deliver resilient, large-scale water infrastructure.
By Bohdan Bodniewicz & Srini Vallabhaneni
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Achieving positive social impact through One Water planning and water reuse
A deep look into One Water planning and water reuse projects which are integral to meet future water management challenges.
By Vijay Sundaram, Global One Water Director
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Drought-proofing industry with water reuse
Our experts explain how firms can successfully implement reuse across their industrial operations.
By Lucy Pugh & George Hsu
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