- What is the difference between the WateReuse Association and the WateReuse Foundation?
- My organization is an Association member, but I am not one of the designated representatives to the Association. Am I eligible for member benefits?
- Who can become an individual member?
- What are the benefits of becoming an individual member if my company is already a member?
Ho do I join a state section? - What is the membership term in the WateReuse Association?
- Why do I need to have a login for the website?
- How do I get a login?
What is the difference between the WateReuse Association and the WateReuse Foundation?
The WateReuse Association and WateReuse Foundation are incorporated as two separate organizations and have two distinct Boards of Directors, but share the same overarching goal of advancing the beneficial and efficient use of water resources through water reuse and desalination. The WateReuse Association is a nonprofit trade association, which engages in legislative advocacy, conducts education and outreach, and provides an opportunity for organization and membership for the water reuse and desalination communities. The WateReuse Foundation is nonprofit, public benefit corporation, which conducts and promotes applied research on issues related to water reuse and desalination. The Association and Foundation share a website presence, operate out of the same office, and share staff and resources.
My organization is an Association member, but I am not one of the designated representatives to the Association. Am I eligible for member benefits?
Each organizational member may designate a Primary Representative and up to two Alternate Representatives to the Association. However, all individuals employed by a member organization are eligible for member discounts on conference registrations and products purchased. The designated representatives may have access to additional resources from the Association, but may share them with anyone in their organization.
Who can become an individual member?
The membership structure of the WateReuse Association is primarily organizational. The following individuals are eligible to join:
- Employees of a member organization (To see if your company is a member, click here)
- Full-time university students
Individuals interested in the purposes and objectives of the WateReuse Association but who are not affiliated with a member organization may petition the Association to become a member by submitting a hard copy application to the Executive Director.
What are the benefits of becoming an individual member if my company is already a member?
Individual members affiliated with a member organization/company receive the print newsletter in the mail, are listed in the membership directory, and have full access to all member areas of the website. An individual member from a member company becomes an additional representative from the member company. If the member company does not renew, the individual membership may not be renewed.
How do I join a state section?
By joining the Association, organizations automatically become members of their local state section if the organization is located in a state that has a section. The primary state of membership is assigned according to the primary address provided on the membership application. If a member is located in a state that does not have a state section, the member may designate another state as the primary state of membership on the membership application or renewal application. The primary state of membership receives 30% of the member's dues. Members who wish to be represented in multiple states may join additional state sections for an additional $250 per state section joined.
What is the membership term in the Association?
Membership dues are assessed for each calendar year. One full year of dues is paid upon joining and a prorated amount will be assessed for the following year. Membership renewal notices are sent out the last quarter of each year for the following year. Members who joined mid year are assessed a prorated renewal amount to extend their membership to December 31 of the following year.
Why do I need to have a login for the website?
Login ensures that members benefit from member discounts and can access member-only content. Members and nonmembers must login to register for events and purchase products. While the primary membership structure of the Association consists of organizational members, each individual needs a separate login for the website. Individual logins are linked to company records in the Association's database. If you have never had a login account, you may create an account when you register for a conference or make a purchase. Do not create a new account if you have forgotten your username and/or password or if your attempt to login has failed.
How do I get a login for the website?
Everyone who receives regular e-mail announcements from WateReuse has a website account. The username is your e-mail address. If you need a password, click here to have instructions for resetting your password e-mailed to you. Members and nonmembers must login to register for events and purchase products. If you do not already have an account, you will be allowed to create one before completing the transaction. For login help, contact the Customer Service Center.