California State University, Fresno is home to several water-related organizations with various missions:
International Center for Water Technology (ICWT):
The ICWT is dedicated to the development and promotion of new technologies that maximize the effectiveness of water use for commercial, municipal and agricultural applications.
Center for Irrigation Technology (CIT):
In a unique position as an independent research and testing facility, CIT plays a vital role in assisting designers, manufacturers and users of irrigation equipment to make the technological advances required for our growing, changing world.
California Irrigation & Flow Technologies (CALIFT):
CALIFT is a multi-year collaborative program designed to promote water flow technologies through increased export sales from San Joaquin Valley manufacturers to customers in Mexico, Argentina, Chile and Brazil.
Wateright:
An educational and irrigation scheduling resource for water managers.
Central Valley Water Education Center (CVWEC):
The CVWEC is an organization dedicated to educating the public about water and fostering cooperation among all water users in the central San Joaquin Valley.
San Joaquin Valley Water Cluster:
A coalition of manufacturers of water flow technology in the San Joaquin Valley.
Ag Pumping Efficiency Program:
Maintaining and improving pumping plant performance and reducing overall pumping energy use in the agricultural sector through education and technical assistance. Available to agricultural accounts within the Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas Company, and San Diego Gas & Electric service areas (primary SIC code of 01) with water pumping for irrigation as the primary end-use.
