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Global Water Center: Contributed to the establishment of the Global Water Center, a hub for freshwater research and technology in Milwaukee. With state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative spaces, this EB-5 project played a pivotal role in advancing innovation in water-related industries.

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The Global Water Center reinforces Milwaukee’s position as “The Silicon Valley of Freshwater Research and Technology”. This unique 7-story, 88,025 square foot lofted building serves a multitude of functions:  housing twenty-five organizations, academic programs, multinational corporations, and startup businesses. Distinctive amenities include a world class flow lab, type II laboratory standard and pre-treatment for type I standard water, a 45-person lecture hall auditorium, an international video conferencing room, laboratories, and testing areas. Highly advanced technology has been integrated into the labs, such as 3D laser imaging. 

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