San Diego, CA planning wastewater-to-drinking water recycling system

Planning

San Diego is planning to repurpose treated wastewater into drinking water, a process known as potable reuse. This initiative, part of the Pure Water San Diego program, aims to provide a sustainable and reliable water supply by purifying wastewater to meet or exceed all drinking water standards. Experts and officials assure that the water produced through this method is safe, emphasizing the rigorous treatment processes involved.

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