Funding Round 2 – September 2010

This funding round is now closed.

An important goal for the Centre of Excellence is that reclaimed water is seen as acceptable ‘alternative water’ for augmenting drinking water supplies. The objective of this project is to engage with industry to develop a National Demonstration and Engagement Program that supports successful public engagement and addresses stakeholder concerns through the provision of contemporary scientific information on potable use. 

The project has three streams:
Stream 1 – Demonstration of water production performance and operational reliability
Stream 2 – Evaluation of social, economic and governance challenges
Stream 3 – Design and implementation of a national demonstration and engagement program.

The Centre is currently working with a shortlisted consortium to finalise the proposed project. Further announcements will be made by the end of 2011.

While the funding round is closed, you can still access the Goal 3 Detailed Technical Scope, which should be read in conjunction with theCentre's Strategic Research Plan. 

The Centre's evaluation process for both Expressions of Interest and Final Proposals for this call is also available, click here to view it.

Letters of Support
The Centre has received letters of support from a number of organisations confirming their strong support for the Centre's goal of reclaimed water being seen as an acceptable ‘alternative water’ for augmenting drinking water supplies.

National Water Commission
Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA)
WaterSecure
WateReuse Research Foundation
Veolia Water Australia