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"New climate tech patent enables faster reduction of total dissolved solids in wastewater," Smart Water Magazine | MWRD
The method and technology patented is a renewable energy solution using GWT’s revolving algal biofilm (RAB™️) system for cost-effective and environmentally friendly wastewater treatment.
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Media Coverage
"Monarch Butterfly One Step Closer to Endangered Species Listing. What Does It Mean, and What Happens Next?," WTTW Chicago | MWRD
The news was cheered by supporters of the endangered status, including the Center for Biological Diversity, which was among a coalition of organizations that sued Fish and Wildlife to make a decision about the butterfly’s status.
Conservation
Press Release
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker appoints Beth McElroy Kirkwood to fill vacant MWRD seat | MWRD
Commissioner Kirkwood brings over a decade of public service experience to the Board, having served as Orland Township committeeperson since 2021 and worked across multiple village departments for Orland Park.
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Media Coverage
"Gov. Pritzker Announces Appointment to Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Board," Office of the Governor JB Pritzker | MWRD
Governor JB Pritzker announced Beth McElroy Kirkwood as his appointment to fill the vacant seat on the MWRD Board of Commissioners.
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Community Action
Information and resources you can use to help reduce flooding and protect water quality
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Education
The MWRD’s community engagement efforts include providing educational publications at community events and educational presentations, guiding tours through our world-class facilities, and sharing knowledge in clean water advancements through our seminar series.
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What We Do
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is responsible for treating wastewater and managing stormwater for the Chicago region.
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New MWRD website receives distinguished national honors | MWRD
The website offers insight into the MWRD’s work treating wastewater, managing stormwater and protecting area waterways and the source of the region’s drinking water in Lake Michigan.
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