Water Resources Research Institute

**About WRRI** **WRRI funds critical water research, trains the next generation of water scientists, and disseminates sound science, educational programs, and training opportunities that support the sustainable use and conservation of water resources.** **The oldest center in the UNC System, WRRI serves public and private universities across the state.** The North Carolina Water Resources Research Institute (NC WRRI) is a multi-campus center of the University of North Carolina system. It is located at North Carolina State University but serves public and private universities across the state. NC WRRI is supported through a federal-state partnership between the U.S. Geological Survey and the state of North Carolina and is one of 54 institutes across the nation federally authorized by the Water Resources Research Act of 1964 to support, coordinate, and facilitate water resources research **What We Do** - Support faculty, student, and community-based research that addresses water-related issues and expands the understanding of water and water-related phenomena. - Disseminate research findings, tools, technologies, and water-related information through a variety of outreach, education, and training programs. - Facilitate collaboration and networking events reaching a broad range of partners. Since 1965, NC WRRI has supported research, extension, education, and training needs that address North Carolina’s water resources priorities. NC WRRI successfully communicates science information to a variety of partners, including governmental officials, industries, educators, and the public. These efforts result in significant environmental, economic, and educational benefits across the state.