A COMMITMENT TO LOCAL AND GLOBAL WATER STEWARDSHIP

As a state with over 15,000 freshwater lakes, we know water. Our access to ample fresh water has put us at the forefront of commercial activity in agriculture, power generation and more while giving way to improving the lives of many across the globe. When it comes to moving, metering, treating and using water in a sustainable manner, Wisconsin possesses world-leading knowledge based on a long history of innovation.

Today we’re home to a broad range of water-focused academic programs, including the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences, the nation’s only graduate-level institution dedicated solely to freshwater. Milwaukee is also home to the Global Water Center and designated as one of two United Nations Global Compact Innovating Cities in the nation, making it “The Capital of Water” according to Forbes.

Thirty major public and private educational institutions throughout Wisconsin offer more than 50 different water-focused degree programs. Where better to launch or advance a career aimed at addressing the world’s water challenges?

WATER TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP

Wisconsin is consistently ranked at the top, from health care and cost of living to career opportunities and industry development.

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WATER TECH COMPANIES
Our surplus of freshwater has inspired and supported our expertise in the water technology industry.

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GLOBAL WATER CENTER IN THE WORLD
More than 40 tenant organizations share the building with The Water Council headquarters.

The Water Council, 2019

MILWAUKEE

FRESHWATER CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
With easy access to Lake Michigan, Milwaukee has become the leading water technology city in the nation.

The Water Council, 2017

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WATER TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY RESOURCES

WATER TECHNOLOGY PROFILE

Download the water technology industry profile for a complete, in-depth report including employment data, educational programs, world impact, notable companies and industry outlook.

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WATER TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

Download the industry snapshot, a one-page overview of key data and highlights showcasing Wisconsin’s leadership in water technology.

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WATER TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES IN WISCONSIN®

  • ABB

  • A.O. Smith

  • Badger Meter

  • Johnson Controls

  • Kohler

  • Komatsu Mining

  • MillerCoors

  • Pentair Water Group, Inc.

  • Rexnord

  • Rockwell Automation

CRAIG WEHR, President, Zurn Industries

“Southeastern Wisconsin has become an ecosystem where businesses, universities and other groups can come to collectively solve global water challenges”

CRAIG WEHR, President, Zurn Industries
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SUCCESS STORIES

Eagle Technology
A proactive export plan helps a Wisconsin company boost its bottom line.
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Cadens LLC
Based in Milwaukee's Global Water Center, the company makes 3D printed water turbines to allow generating hydroelectric power at sites that would otherwise be overlooked.
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SofTap Water
The Ohio-based company was drawn to Wisconsin to work with A.O. Smith and take part in the BREW Accelerator.
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Hydro-Thermal

Hydro-Thermal
Although already an experienced exporter, Hydro-Thermal grew its exports significantly with the help of ExporTech™.
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MY WISCONSIN STORY

Our residents are some of the happiest and most ambitious people in the nation—but don’t just take our word for it. Take theirs.

“Southeastern Wisconsin has become an ecosystem where businesses, universities and other groups can come to collectively solve global water challenges.”

CRAIG WEHR • REXNORD • MILWAUKEE

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