Mission Statement

The mission of the Coalition is to meet the growing need in the United States for safe, sustainable, adequate and affordable water supplies, the Multi-State Salinity Coalition (MSSC) promotes advancements in desalination-related technologies, salinity control strategies and associated policies as stated in the Articles of Incorporation.

The goal of the MSSC is to effectively foster communication and dialogue on related desalination and salinity management-related policy matters through quarterly meetings, correspondence, and the development, sponsorship and presentation of an annual national desalination and salinity management summit for local, regional, and national leaders. The MSSC believes that collaborative efforts among water providers, state agencies, federal agencies, research organizations, congressional leaders and private industry are essential in pursuit of common educational interests as stated in the Articles of Incorporation.

The MSSC is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for local government. It is, however, an organization through which its individual members can work on salinity management and desalination issues and coordinate their efforts.

What's New?

2009 Water Supply, Agriculture and Salinity Management Workshop

This workshop will be held September 29-30, 2009 at the Esmeralda Resort and Spa in Indian Wells, CA. See the Events page for complete details.

AEP 2010 Conference

The AEP 2010 Conference will be held March 14-17, 2010 in Palm Springs at Hotel Zoso. Click here for more information.

2009 Summit Presentations

Presentations from the 2009 Summit have been posted here for viewing and downloading.

2008 Summit Presentations

Presentations from the 2008 Summit have been posted here for viewing and downloading.

National Academy of Sciences

The National Academy of Sciences has released their report providing a perspective of desalination

Click here to review the summary of the report.