Water utilities keep the taps running, protecting public health, powering local economies, and supporting every aspect of our daily life. Imagine a Day Without Water is an opportunity to spotlight this essential work and connect with the communities you serve.

By participating and encouraging others in your community to do the same, utilities can build trust, raise awareness about infrastructure needs, and encourage appreciation for water. There are many ways to participate including partnering with local schools, hosting events, and using social media.

This day is also an opportunity to celebrate your water workforce, educate policymakers, and demonstrate how water connects to every issue we care about.

The message is simple: water can’t be taken for granted. Let’s make sure no one has to experience a day without it.

Water shows up in myriad places—from your favorite Americano at the local coffeehouse to an essential for your weekly pottery class. 

Dependable water access is vital for local and national businesses alike. It’s a fundamental resource powering daily operations and product creation. When businesses champion community-minded initiatives like Imagine a Day Without Water, it’s a win-win. 

By joining Imagine a Day Without Water, your business can raise awareness among team members and customers by posting signage, sharing how water powers your operations on social media, or hosting a community event.

Water is something we all use every single day when we brush our teeth, fill a water bottle, or water the class plants. But what would happen if one day, we turned on the tap and nothing came out?

Imagine a Day Without Water is a chance for students and educators to learn how water connects to our health, environment, and future.

Whether it’s writing poems, drawing posters, or connecting with local water expert, there are so many ways your classroom can participate.

Water is life and learning about it can be empowering and fun. Join us!

Imagine a Day Without Water is a powerful opportunity to draw attention to community water needs and beloved natural resources. Aligning your education, advocacy, and engagement around this day of action can amplify your key messages so you can reach new audiences.

Water is a shared resource that connects people, communities, and industries, making collaboration across industries, sectors, and policymakers essential to ensure access for all. Imagine a Day Without Water is a powerful reminder that reliable, safe water systems are the foundation of thriving communities.

For elected officials, decision-makers, and policymakers, this day is a chance connect with communities and highlight the importance of smart water investments. It’s also an opportunity to support local utilities and their staff who work every day to keep our communities running.

Your voice can help ensure water stays top of mind, and top of the agenda. Consider issuing a proclamation, visiting a treatment plant, or amplifying messages on social media.

Strong water systems mean stronger communities.