The Waters of West Virginia project brought researchers from across WVU together around the unifying topic of water to find solutions that provided economic development opportunities and enhanced West Virginia's resiliency to the effects of a changing climate.
In partnership with faculty and staff from the WV Waters Project, the Bridge Initiative produced a policymaker guide, The Waters of West Virginia, to inform state and local decision-making.
Policymaker GuideShort policy briefs highlighting key aspects of the Waters of West Virginia study remain available.
Waters of WV Policy BriefsAdvanced resiliency efforts across West Virginia.
This project was divided into three committees of experts who focused on exploring and addressing the challenges and opportunities WV's ecological and economic systems face: Infrastructure, Effects of a Changing Climate, and Economic Development.
Committee Study QuestionsLearn more about our former teams
Our committees were made up of professionals from a range of fields, not limited to water quality. Each member’s area of expertise is listed to assist anyone seeking an authority in a specialized subject.