General InformationHampton Roads Sanitation District is a publicly-owned wastewater utility based in Virginia serving over 1.7 million residents, founded in 1940 with 500+ employees focused on water resource recovery and environmental innovation.
Funding & FinancialsHRSD is a public municipal utility and does not raise traditional venture capital; it is funded through bonds, ratepayer fees, and public appropriations rather than equity investment rounds.
Leadership & TeamHRSD is led by Executive Director and General Manager John Ryan, with governance through an elected Board of Directors representing the member cities including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Newport News.
Recent ActivityHRSD has recently launched advanced nutrient recovery projects and expanded its One Water integrated management approach, including initiatives in stormwater reclamation and resilience infrastructure to address climate adaptation in the Hampton Roads region.