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This WRRC Water Webinar will provide an overview of EPCOR’s presence in Arizona and the communities the utility serves across the state. EPCOR Water Resources Director Doug Dunham’s presentation will highlight the company’s diverse and regionally tailored water resource portfolio, which includes groundwater, surface water, reclaimed water, and storage that support reliability and resilience in multiple service areas. Dunham will discuss how EPCOR navigates Arizona’s evolving regulatory landscape, including the implementation of new management tools, such as the Alternative Pathway to Designation for Assured Water Supply (ADAWS) and the Ag to Urban program. Dunham will outline how these tools shape long-term planning, support compliance, and enable EPCOR to meet the needs of both existing and future customers and address the company’s strategies for serving growth in fast-developing regions. Additionally, Dunham will cover EPCOR’s approach to managing water demand through conservation programs, customer outreach, and rate structures designed to promote efficient use and protect system capacity. Together, these topics will provide a comprehensive look at how EPCOR is planning for Arizona’s water future while ensuring safe, reliable, and sustainable service for the communities it serves.
Doug Dunham is a geomorphologist with more than 40 years of experience in water resources, environmental management, and public health across both the public and private sectors. He previously managed environmental safety operations for a Fortune 500 company and directed major public health studies on environmental exposure and disease. After spending two decades with the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) in senior leadership roles, including Deputy Assistant Director and Legislative Liaison, he is currently serving as Director of Water Resources for EPCOR USA, where he oversees water supply systems in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, and serves on multiple regional water management boards.