The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment at Texas State University has launched the Texas One Water Hub, a first-of-its-kind online platform designed to advance the adoption of One Water strategies across Texas. The hub equips communities, planners, policymakers and educators with best practices, case studies, research and tools essential for resilient, integrated water management.
One Water is a holistic approach that treats all water—drinking water, wastewater, stormwater and greywater—as a single, valuable resource. By managing these resources holistically, communities can reduce pressure on existing water supplies and strengthen long-term sustainability. The hub introduces visitors to these principles while offering practical pathways to implementation.
“The Texas One Water Hub represents a major step forward in equipping Texans with the information and connections they need to plan for a more resilient water future,” said Jenna Walker, Meadows Center director of Watershed Studies.
“Many Texas communities are making great strides to advance integrated water management strategies as water supplies tighten, and others are eager to embrace conservation-minded practices. This platform offers the space to showcase both inspiration and guidance to move the needle forward.”
The Meadows Center will host a live virtual “tour” of the hub on Feb. 23, featuring a guided walkthrough and Q&A session to help users navigate the new platform. The event will also showcase One Water research, tools and on-the-ground applications from the Meadows Center and partners, including the Hill Country Alliance and Texas Living Waters Project. The event is free and open to anyone interested in putting One Water tools into practice. To register, visit the One Water Hub webinar registration page.
The hub consolidates expert knowledge, real-world examples and accessible resources in one place. Key features include:
- A comprehensive, searchable library of reports, case studies, technical documents and planning tools drawn from partners across the state and beyond.
- Case studies highlighting successful One Water examples in Texas, like the Blue Hole Primary in Wimberley, the first One Water school.
- Guidance on regulatory frameworks, financing pathways and technical considerations for communities exploring onsite reuse, stormwater innovation, rainwater harvesting and integrated planning.
- Learning resources that break down complex concepts, making One Water more accessible to decision-makers and community members alike.
- A submission portal inviting communities, agencies, researchers and practitioners to contribute new case studies, reports and educational resources to strengthen and expand the hub.
The hub is a primary component of the Meadows Center’s larger effort to expand One Water leadership, research and education throughout Texas. This initiative includes developing new case studies, strengthening technical support for communities exploring One Water projects and elevating statewide collaboration through events, partnerships and knowledge-sharing.
The platform will continue to grow with new resources added regularly. Individuals and organizations interested in contributing materials may submit them directly through the hub.
The hub was developed with support from the Texas Wellspring Fund, H-E-B and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Visit the Texas One Water Hub website to learn more.