One Water NYC

We are in the process of developing a One Water vision and framework for New York City. One Water is a holistic approach to water management which emphasizes the perspective that all water has value, and the benefit of every drop should be maximized within the water system. Through One Water, our community could establish a collective, long-term vision for managing our water resources.

The US Water Alliance provides a guide to water stewards looking to adopt an integrated management strategy:

• Download the One Water Roadmap: The Sustainable Management of Life’s Most Essential Resource

Get Involved

We want to co-develop this vision and framework with stakeholders and we need your voice! Now is the time to get involved in this important movement and share your ideas and perspective. Reach out to us at onewater@dep.nyc.gov to join our mailing list and to stay updated on One Water NYC as the planning process continues.

Public Presentations

• Watch the One Water NYC Webinar: Exploring Cloudburst Management
• Watch the One Water NYC Webinar: Understanding Los Angeles’ Journey
• Download the Cloudburst Management in NYC for Long-Term Resilience Presentation

Foundational Programming

We have a history of programs and plans that have set the foundation for One Water NYC. Learn more about some of these initiatives:

• Download the Long-Term Watershed Protection Plan
• Download the NYC Stormwater Management Program
• Visit Water Conservation and Reuse
• Visit Climate Resiliency
• Visit Cloudburst Management