Partnership Network NWRI relies on strategic partnerships with leading water and wastewater organizations and foundations, supporting research and education initiatives. This creates a ready-made channel to introduce new solutions, sponsor programs such as the Clarke Prize, and co-fund pilot projects with member utilities and engineering firms.

Digital Partnerships NWRI uses basic web and cloud technologies (Wix, WordPress, Google Cloud). This indicates an opportunity to offer digital modernization, sponsor-integrated websites, data portals, and online fundraising or event registration enhancements for broader reach and sponsor visibility.

Leadership Access Recent leadership changes (chair appointment in 2022) suggest openness to new partners and programs. Prioritize outreach to NWRI board members and chair to align proposals with strategic priorities and to secure advisory or sponsorship roles.

Budget Friendly With modest revenue and a small-to-mid-size team, NWRI benefits from cost-effective, scalable solutions. Propose pilot projects, grant-aligned initiatives, or sponsored research that demonstrate ROI and ease of scale.

Utility Focus Key buyers include major California utilities and wastewater districts, plus engineering firm associates. Target these networks with solutions for water quality research, lab services, data analytics, monitoring technology, and implementation of research findings in utilities.