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Water Reuse Action Plan (WRAP) 2. 0 Initiatives is a program from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that funds and coordinates water reuse strategies across American industry, energy, and technology sectors. Launched by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, WRAP 2.
0 is organized around three initiatives: supporting domestic industry manufacturing, advancing the U.S. technology and AI sector's water needs, and promoting American energy dominance through water efficiency. The plan is not a federal regulatory mandate but leverages collaborative public-private partnerships. Specific funding opportunities under WRAP 2.
0 carry their own eligibility and application requirements. States, localities, utilities, and private sector entities may be eligible for associated programs.
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EPA Launches Water Reuse Action Plan 2. 0 to Advance Agency’s Core Mission and Strengthen US Industry, AI, and Energy Dominance | US EPA EPA Launches Water Reuse Action Plan 2. 0 to Advance Agency’s Core Mission and Strengthen US Industry, AI, and Energy Dominance WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin launched the Water Reuse Action Plan (WRAP) 2.
0, to harness the power of water reuse for American industry, the artificial intelligence (AI) future, and American energy dominance while strengthening public health protections and safeguarding the nation's water resources. Water reuse is another big win for Making America Healthy Again.
It transforms wastewater into clean, reliable water that can power American industry while preserving freshwater resources to deliver high quality drinking water to the American people. Water reuse can also reduce exposure to contaminants. By reusing water, less wastewater is ultimately discharged into the environment.
At the same time, advanced technologies used to recycle water are highly effective at removing contaminants—even cleaning down to the molecular level. Water reuse delivers safe, affordable water to farms, families, and industries and it strengthens community resilience and protects the natural resources future generations depend on.
Administrator Zeldin announced the plan at an event at EPA Headquarters alongside EPA Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi, EPA Assistant Administrator for Water Jessica Kramer, administration officials, Members of Congress, and key industry stakeholders. “The Trump EPA is proving every day that protecting the environment and growing the economy go hand in hand,” said EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin .
“Water reuse has never been more important. WRAP 2. 0 builds on the strong foundation established during President Trump’s first term and unleashes the power of American ingenuity to advance prosperity and make America the global AI leader, while supporting public health, strengthening water resources, and Making America Healthy Again.
” “In the years since the original WRAP was launched, our nation’s water needs have changed rapidly,” said EPA Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi . “WRAP 2. 0 is a comprehensive strategy that will target ways we can reuse water resources to strengthen key sectors of our economy while protecting human health and the environment.
Thanks to collaborative partnerships across government and industry, we are developing innovative solutions and charting a course of transformational progress for American businesses, families, and communities. ” “America’s AI leadership depends on us moving quickly in the development of new AI infrastructure.
I applaud President Trump and Administrator Zeldin’s constant efforts to maintain and grow our global leadership and unleash American AI dominance,” said Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) . “As water use for AI becomes an increasing topic of discussion, it’s critical that we tackle it head on and WRAP 2. 0 is a major leap forward in strengthening our water resources for AI, for farmers, and for all Americans.
” “With President Trump’s leadership, the Water Reuse Action Plan 2. 0 revitalizes successful partnerships and collaboration to accelerate water reuse in the United States,” said Council on Environmental Quality Chairman Katherine Scarlett . “Through this plan, the Trump administration will help provide Americans access to clean and safe drinking water while promoting job growth and innovation.
” “Water is essential to growing our economy— from powering critical AI and energy infrastructure to determining where a business can expand,” said Suzanne Clark, President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce . “The Chamber is proud to partner with the EPA on the launch of WRAP 2. 0, which advances industry-led approaches to secure a reliable water supply for our nation’s future.
We look forward to working with our members and Administrator Zeldin to implement this important initiative. ” “Water reuse supports American prosperity while protecting water resources for communities across the country. I am thrilled that WRAP 2.
0 is bringing together a unique group of public and private leaders from American industry, technology companies, the energy sector, the water sector, and government,” said EPA Assistant Administrator for Water Jessica Kramer . “By working together to strategically reuse water for specific purposes, WRAP 2. 0 will multiply water’s benefits to deliver innovative solutions for all Americans.
” WRAP 2. 0 is not a federal regulatory mandate. EPA and its federal partners recognize that states and local leaders understand their water resources and needs best.
The initiative leans on collaborative partnerships to advance reuse that strengthens key sectors of the U.S. economy. At the same time, these initiatives advance water reuse, protect public health, and bolster water resources. The plan highlights water reuse strategies already underway, introduces new federal commitments, and charts a course for transformational progress over the next decade.
WRAP 2. 0 is organized around three high-impact initiatives: Supporting Reuse for Resurgent Domestic Industry– Component fabrication (e.g., bottles and batteries), finished products (e.g., food and beverage products, cars, and trucks), and agricultural production. Water for the U.S. Technology Revolution– Microchip and memory fabrication and data center cooling.
Unleashing American Energy Dominance– Electricity generation and energy development. Water reuse will accelerate American prosperity by lowering costs and improving predictability of water as an input for sectors that drive the American economy, including microchip fabrications and data centers that are essential to making the U.S. the Artificial Intelligence capital of the world. Similarly, WRAP 2.
0 will advance energy dominance by driving down costs and supporting energy development and electricity generation. New actions will focus on opportunities to treat wastewater for beneficial reuse. For decades, the economy has grown while Americans have benefited from improvements in public health and environmental protection.
This will continue under WRAP 2. 0, through initiatives that ensure that wastewater is treated appropriately for specific intended uses. Cooperative federalism is a hallmark of the Trump Administration.
Under WRAP 2. 0, EPA will continue to enhance coordination and collaboration with state and federal partners to support the implementation of water reuse within existing regulatory authorities of the Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Food Safety Modernization Act, and Food Drug & Cosmetic Act for alternative sources of water and end-use applications. Find out more about Water Reuse Action Plan 2.
0. Interested in Partnering with EPA on Water Reuse? In 2020, the first Trump Administration launched WRAP in partnership with key water sector stakeholders as a first-of-its-kind collaborative effort to accelerate water reuse in the United States.
At that time, WRAP included 37 strategic actions, with 86 partners making over 100 commitments via a public docket to accelerate the adoption of water reuse. Today, 200 partners are working on 76 actions. Additionally, over 200 resources have been developed for the water reuse industry and the interagency coordination embodied in the WRAP is now codified into federal law.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: This is an initiative with various actions and commitments. Specific funding opportunities under WRAP 2. 0 would have their own eligibility criteria. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Water Reuse Action Plan (WRAP) 2.0 Initiatives is funded by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA SBIR Phase I Solicitation invites small businesses to submit proposals for projects addressing critical environmental challenges. Awards are for six months to demonstrate proof of concept. Key focus areas include Clean and Safe Water, Air Quality and Climate, Homeland Security, Circular Economy/Sustainable Materials, and Safer Chemicals.
Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities Grant (SDC) is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This grant program provides funding to states and territories to then make grants to public water systems in small or disadvantaged communities to address emerging contaminants, including PFAS. Eligible activities include projects addressing PFAS in drinking water, source water, household water-quality testing, local contractor training, and activities necessary for a state to respond to an emerging contaminant. The primary purpose is to address challenges of PFAS in drinking water.
Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
Northern California Environmental Grassroots Fund is a grant from Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment that funds small and emerging grassroots organizations in California building climate resilience and advancing environmental justice. The fund prioritizes groups rooted in historically marginalized communities, including BIPOC, frontline, and low-income populations, with strong advocacy, organizing, and outreach components. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored groups with annual income or expenses of $150,000 or less; government agencies, colleges, and universities are not eligible. Awards typically range from $4,000 to $7,500, with a maximum of $7,500.
The EPA Gulf of America Division announced up to $50 million on May 5 for 20-30 Farmer-to-Farmer demonstration grants of $1.5M-$2.5M each across EPA Regions 3-8. Applications close June 19, 2026. The geographic scope spans from Pennsylvania to Texas — eighteen states drained by the Mississippi-Atchafalaya system — and the funding model rebuilds the federal conservation playbook around farmer-led demonstrations rather than top-down agency design.
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