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This powerpoint presentation provides a brief overview of the Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE), an entity needed to coordinate and assist emerging partnerships, stakeholder-created, stakeholder-defined, 501(c)(3) non-profit, founded in 2007 in Chicago, Board of Directors represents numerous stakeholder interests. AWE goals include: promote the efficient and sustainable use of water; be a clear and authoritative national voice; provide comprehensive information on products, programs, and practices; represent the interests of efficiency in codes and standards process; transform the market for fixtures and appliances; coordinate with Green Building Initiatives to institutionalize water efficiency; train water conservation professionals; educate water users and improve the consumer's understanding of the need for efficiency; partner with WaterWiser. Current activities include: providing technical assistance; providing focused training; supporting efficient codes and standards; supporting green building activity; promoting market transformation; and, supporting research on water efficiency. A list of future programs is provided.