WaterStart

05/28/2026

Thank you to Dr. Brian Wham for welcoming the WaterStart team to the Nevada Seismological Laboratory during our recent visit to Reno.

As a research division within the College of Science at UNR, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory operates a statewide network of seismographic stations and studies the size, frequency and distribution of earthquakes throughout the region.

We appreciated the opportunity to tour the facility, learn more about its important work, and connect with Dr. Wham on the science and innovation helping us better understand Nevada’s dynamic environment.

05/27/2026

As the Western U.S. faces an unprecedented drought, discussions continue over the future of the Colorado River.

Emergency federal water actions are boosting Lake Powell but reducing flows to Lake Mead, raising concerns about record lows.

On the City Cast Las Vegas podcast, Southern Nevada Water Authority General Manager John Entsminger breaks down why agreement on cuts remains so difficult under today’s climate conditions.

WaterStart is sharing this discussion as part of ongoing dialogue around water innovation and resilience in the Colorado River Basin.

🔊 Listen in: https://buff.ly/rPJXRtu

05/26/2026

The data center landscape is moving quickly, making it challenging to stay updated on statewide activities.

That’s why last week, WaterStart and the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development convened more than 30 stakeholders representing 15 organizations in Reno for a statewide conversation on data centers and sustainable growth.

The workshop brought together leaders from regional economic development agencies and utility providers to build a shared understanding of current activity that will inform existing policies and lay the foundation for future responsible development.

Each RDA shared challenges, local perspectives, and valuable insights on the future of data center growth in Nevada, highlighting the importance of coordination, infrastructure planning, water and energy considerations, and proactive strategies that support both economic development and long-term community resilience.

Thank you to everyone who participated and shared valuable input, including the Desert Research Institute. We appreciate your partnership as these important conversations continue.

05/07/2026

A big thank you to the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance for inviting WaterStart to present to their business development team yesterday!

We appreciated the opportunity to share more about our mission and explore how we can work together to support sustainable economic growth in Southern Nevada. From advancing a WaterWise economic framework to better aligning incentives for water-saving technologies, it’s clear there’s a growing focus on water-smart economic development.

We also highlighted how companies can tap into WaterStart’s network to pilot and validate innovative solutions right here in Nevada. Looking forward to continued collaboration ahead. 💧

04/28/2026

From spreadsheets to real-time insights 💧

Australian water provider Seqwater manages water allocations across seven irrigation districts, relying on complex, Excel-based processes that are time consuming and prone to human error.

To solve this, WaterStart supported a pilot project connecting Seqwater with Water Ledger to test a more efficient, future-ready approach.

The result?
✅ Balance response times cut from up to 30 minutes to under 2
✅ Statements delivered in days, not weeks
✅ Greater accuracy, transparency, and system-wide decision-making

Now live in two districts, Seqwater is planning a staged rollout of the Water Ledger water accounting system to its remaining districts.

👉 Read the full case study on our H2O TechConnect platform to see how this collaboration is driving better outcomes for water managers and customers alike. https://buff.ly/hAG1Y6M

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04/22/2026

This Earth Day, we’re reminded that protecting our planet starts with how we manage our most precious resources. 💧

At WaterStart, we connect innovative technology companies with forward-thinking partners to pilot real-world solutions that help communities use water more efficiently.

Because the future of water isn’t just about conservation—it’s about collaboration.

04/20/2026

Nevada is quickly emerging as a global hub for data centers—bringing economic opportunity alongside important questions around water and energy use.

Our partners at Desert Research Institute have released a new report, ‘Data Center Water and Electricity Consumption in Nevada,’ exploring both sides of that growth.

Developed by WaterStart board member Dr. Sean McKenna and research scientist Erik Henzl, the report will help inform policymakers and the public on this rapidly evolving sector.

Explore key insights:

Nevada is one of the fastest growing data center regions in the U.S. and globally. This offers both opportunities and challenges.

04/16/2026

We're excited to see this project come to life in partnership with the Southern Nevada Water Authority and Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada!

WaterStart was honored to support this innovation through grant funding - helping bring real-world water solutions to our community. 💧

04/03/2026

This week, the WaterStart team traveled to Lovelock, Nevada for the Western Nevada Development District 2026 Summit, themed Redefining the Frontier.

Among discussions on mining, transportation, and power, the conversations around data centers and their impact on communities stood out. It’s a topic shaping not only Nevada, but regions across the country.

Attending events like this helps us better understand the unique dynamics of Northern Nevada so we can better serve communities statewide.

03/24/2026

Join us in wishing a happy birthday to our Executive Director, Rebecca! 🎉

Thank you for your incredible leadership and commitment to advancing water innovation. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!