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Local activist proposes wastewater recycling program, says county could gain roughly 40% more water
Summary
Golden Waters representative Lewis Baker urged the board to consider wastewater recycling and mineral recovery to increase available water and reduce waste, saying nonpotable reuse and conservation measures could add up to a 40% increase in usable water volumes for some needs.
Lewis Baker, representing Golden Waters, presented a conservation and recycling concept to the Nye County Water District on Oct. 8, arguing the county can recover water and valuable minerals from wastewater streams.
Baker described programs that capture graywater, reduce waste and reclaim minerals such as potassium and magnesium. "If we make the potable water that we're wasting available, we can increase the amount of water by 40% somewhere there," he said, adding that some recycling operations can supply nonpotable needs (landscaping, irrigation) without full potable treatment.
Baker said Golden Waters is not seeking money immediately but asked for the board's help identifying items within the district's jurisdiction the organization could pursue and for staff to accept follow-up materials. Board members suggested Baker provide a short list of actionable items within the district's authority for future consideration.
The board thanked Baker for the presentation and invited him to return as the program develops.
