Resources & Tools
WaterNow has developed lots of tools and resources about the CO SRF application processes, as well as examples and guidance on using SRF funding for environmentally sustainable water infrastructure.
WaterNow has developed lots of tools and resources about the CO SRF application processes, as well as examples and guidance on using SRF funding for environmentally sustainable water infrastructure.
Decision support tool
Rocky Mountains
Distributed Infrastructure
Report
Rocky Mountains
SNWA bond finances its turf replacements and secures control over investments for conservation easements.
Conservation & Efficiency
Financing Sustainable Water Infrastructure with the State Revolving Fund: 2-Part Virtual Training Series
Webinar series to help Colorado communities access low-cost financing for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Colorado Wildfire Resilience Financing Dashboard
Have a wildfire resilience or watershed health project in mind but need funding? Curious about the multiple benefits of nature-based wildfire resilience strategies? Check out this dashboard to evaluate local financing options and learn about the multiple benefits of wildfire resilience interventions.
Tap Into Resilience Toolkit
Check out our Tap into Resilience Toolkit for more resources and information about the State Revolving Fund program and an overview of GASB 62 guidance on using regulated assets to fund localized water infrastructure.
National League of Cities Local Infrastructure Hub
WaterNow served as the subject matter experts for the National League of Cities’ Infrastructure Bootcamp program for both the Clean Water SRF and Drinking Water SRF loan programs, as well as a combined half day virtual training. Check out these recordings to learn more about the SRF program and project eligibility, application tips and tricks, and how to prepare a successful loan application.
Region 8 Environmental Finance Center
The Region 8 EFC provides finance-related training, technical assistance, finance studies, and other analytical support to help communities in EPA Region 8 states (Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota) develop sustainable solutions to the critical issues associated with meeting environmental standards and goals.
Southwest Environmental Finance Center
Are you located outside of Colorado and seeking assistance on how to pay for your drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects with federal funds? WaterNow, in collaboration with the Southwest Environmental Finance Center and a team of partners, are supporting communities in EPA Region 6 states (New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana) to access SRF and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding.
Finding Best-Fit Funding & Financing for Sustainable Water Projects
Webinar for local leaders on funding and financing options for sustainable water projects at all scales