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Water Reuse Action Plan 2.0

Blue water drop with text inside: Water Reuse Action Plan 2.0, Multiplying Water Benefits, Maximizing American Prosperity On April 16, 2026 the EPA released the Water Reuse Action Plan 2.0. This renewed initiative builds on the foundation that was established six years ago by the first-ever nationwide framework for advancing water reuse. WRAP 2.0 unleashes the power of water reuse and American ingenuity to grow our economy, while supporting public health and strengthening water resources. Under Administrator Zeldin’s leadership, the EPA is bringing a fresh focus to water reuse. We are emphasizing reuse for industry, the technology sector, and energy dominance. WRAP 2.0 cultivates new collaborative partnerships to capitalize on innovative opportunities that address the nation’s greatest needs.

WRAP 2.0 Resources

WRAP 2.0 Key Initiatives

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Supporting Domestic Industry

WRAP 2.0 supports the leadership of U.S. industry and promotes reuse in these vital economic sectors. twilight view of industrial facility with six towers visible

Unleashing Energy Dominance

WRAP 2.0 focuses on actions that can support energy development and help drive down the cost circuit board with chip

Water for the U.S. Technology Revolution

WRAP 2.0 strengthens the connections between the tech and water sector to make American the AI capital of the world. three workers in hardhats conversing, while one holds a clipboard

Collaboration and Cooperative Federalism

WRAP 2.0 provides states and Tribes with requested technical resources and support.

Spotlight on New WRAP 2.0 Actions

Establish a Decision-Making Framework for Water Reuse in Food and Beverage Production

dozens of green bottles await filling This action will leverage the insights from industry practitioners who have successfully implemented water reuse projects, extracting lessons learned and best practices that can be applied across the food and beverage industry. (Action 5.12)

Support States in Expanding the Use of Recycled Water for Industrial and Data Center Cooling Applications

view of backlit sever racks EPA plans to work with states and the regulated community to compile and share best practices relevant for industrial cooling systems so states can readily permit the use of recycled water for data centers. (Action 3.10)

Create a GIS-Based Mapping and Information Tool to Advance Water Reuse Planning for the Power Sector and Other End-Uses

daytime view of nuclear power plant behind a chain link fence Action leaders plan to develop a geospatial tool that enables users to identify alternative water sources that are geographically suited for reuse by power plants, furthering water reuse opportunities in the energy sector. (Action 5.11)

Fund Water Reuse in Rural Communities

set of industrial scale purple water pipes connected to a building and continuing underground USDA will raise awareness and streamline access to its Rural Utilities Service Water and Environmental Programs funding, which provides loans and grants for rural communities to develop drinking water and waste disposal systems, including water reuse projects. (Action 6.7)

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