Projects
More than 95% of MWM’s clients are municipal or governmental agencies, and over 85% of projects come from repeat clients, reflecting the firm’s deep understanding of regulatory, technical, and stakeholder challenges.
MWM is the lead author of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) M52 Water Conservation Programs Planning Manual and has extensive experience applying AWWA/ANSI G480 Water Conservation Program standards. Since the early 2000s, the firm has also authored numerous national and international manuals, guides, and publications related to water conservation frameworks and CII program implementation.
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University of California, Santa Cruz • Long Range Development Plan Campus Engineering Water Audit (2026), CA
MWM partnered with the University of California, Santa Cruz to identify high-impact water conservation strategies that build on the campus’s successful efforts to reduce potable water use and strengthen long-term water sustainability.
City of Santa Barbara • Water Conservation Strategic Plan (2026), CA
MWM partnered with the City of Santa Barbara to develop the 2026 Water Conservation Strategic Plan, providing a roadmap for long‑term water use efficiency, regulatory compliance, and sustainable water supply management.
City of Sacramento • Water Efficiency & Conservation Plan (2026), CA
MWM partnered with the City of Sacramento to develop the 2026 Water Efficiency and Conservation Plan, providing a strategic framework for long-term water savings, regulatory compliance, and future water demand management.
Sonoma County • WellAware Program and Toolkit Development (2026), CA
MWM partnered with the Sonoma County Groundwater Sustainability Agencies and Land IQ to develop the Well Aware Toolkit, an interactive resource that provides personalized groundwater-saving recommendations based on property characteristics and land use.
California Water Efficiency Partnership (CalWEP) • Non-Functional Turf Technical Assistance (2025), CA
MWM collaborated with the California Water Efficiency Partnership (CalWEP) and IN Communications to develop educational and outreach materials supporting Assembly Bill (AB) 1572 implementation, compliance, and sustainable landscape transformation.
Bernalillo County • Fiscal Year 2026-2030 Water Conservation Plan Update (2025), NM
MWM collaborated with Bernalillo County to update its Water Conservation Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-2030, providing a framework to support sustainable water management practices throughout the County.
The Water Research Foundation • Advanced Metering Infrastructure Workshop: Better Use of the Systems and Data (2025), USA
MWM partnered with Arcadis and the Water Research Foundation to support research and workshops focused on helping water utilities better utilize AMI systems and data to address advanced operational and management challenges.
Dallas Water Utilities • Long Range Water Supply Plan Update (2024), TX
MWM partnered with Arcadis and the Water Research Foundation to support research and workshops focused on helping water utilities better utilize AMI systems and data to address advanced operational and management challenges.
Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities • Pilot Program for CII Water Audit and Fixture Replacement (2023), UT
MWM partnered with the Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities to develop and implement a CII Water Audit and Fixture Replacement Program focused on achieving long-term water savings, improving commercial water efficiency, and generating a state-wide model program.
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California • 2021 Water Tomorrow: Integrated Water Resources Plan - Expert Panel Peer Review
In 2020 the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) initiated an Integrated Water Resources Planning Process to address multiple threats to the region’s water future. Lisa Maddaus served as an expert consultant on the Peer Review Panel.
Water Conservation Strategic Plan • City of Flagstaff, Arizona (2020), AZ
The City of Flagstaff engaged the services of MWM to develop a Water Conservation Strategic Plan.
Alliance for Water Efficiency • Use and Effectiveness of Municipal Irrigation Restrictions During Drought Research Study and Report (2020), CA
MWM and Western Policy Research served as co-principal investigators on a study evaluating the use and effectiveness of municipal irrigation restrictions during drought conditions.