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Water Recycling and Reuse Solutions Discussion will focus on current problems in Hawaii and new technology in wastewater treatment offered by WSI International that can help eliminate many of the problems we face today in Hawaii. Water is our most precious resource. Every day we benefit from the environmental, public health, social, and economic benefits that clean and safe water provide. One of the most critical challenges facing Hawaii is how to sustain our water and wastewater infrastructure to ensure that we can continue to enjoy these benefits in the future. Hawaii wastewater systems are aging, with some system components older than 80 years. Our growing and shifting population requires new infrastructure and maintenance of existing infrastructure. A lot of potable water goes for uses that don't require potable water such as golf courses. WSI wastewater treatment systems provide Title 22, R-1 environmentally responsible and safe water supply for irrigation, industrial uses and environmental restoration. Increased use of recycled water can reduce the Hawaii's dependence on potable water supplies for non-drinking water uses. In addition, water recycling can help with Clean Water Act compliance and meeting future State and EPA discharge regulations. John was born and raised on the neighbor island of Lana'i. He was educated at Punahou and the University of Notre Dame. John has over thirty years' experience as a successful local business owner of a landscaping company located in Kaneohe, HI. He joined WSI International 3 years ago and opened up the Hawaii territory. John is Founder of Kona Executives Association and is a Wahiawa-Wailua Rotary member, Past President of the Hawaii Landscape Contractor's Association. John is Founder and Past President of the Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii, Board Member and Founder of Kona Executives Association, and a Board Member of the International Executives Association. He and his wife, Chris, have two daughters - Leea and Tiana - and a new granddaughter, Maggie.