Corpus Christi to Present Seawater Desalination Update

Strategic Insights -

The city of Corpus Christi will host a detailed review of its seawater desalination project on Wednesday, July 21, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers. The presentation, which will be open to the public and livestreamed on the city's YouTube channel, will provide an update on the project's progress and offer a forum for community questions and discussion. The city's seawater desalination project has been ongoing since 2011, and this review will follow the first workshop held on April 26, 2021.

Key Takeaways:

  • The city's seawater desalination project has been ongoing since 2011 and is expected to provide a reliable source of water for the region.
  • The presentation on July 21 will be open to the public and will be livestreamed on the city's YouTube channel for those who cannot attend in person.
  • City staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide additional insight into the project.
  • The city's commitment to providing affordable, drought-resilient, sustainable, and responsible water for its 500,000 residents is a key priority.
  • The department of Corpus Christi Water Utilities has been serving the region for over 55 years.

Statistics:

  • The city's seawater desalination project has been ongoing since 2011.
  • The population of Corpus Christi is approximately 500,000 residents.
  • The city's water supplier, Corpus Christi Water Utilities, has been providing water to the region for over 55 years.
  • The city aims to deliver water that is affordable, drought-resilient, sustainable, and responsible.

Sources:

  • Corpus Christi, TX - Corpus Christi Water Utilities press release, July 20, 2021.
  • Public Relations Specialist Shelby Coppedge, (361-500-5964 or shelbyco@cctexas.com)
  • Corpus Christi Water Utilities, @CCTXWater on Facebook and Twitter.