ASR has been identified as a potential tool to address water shortages. But is it that simple? What are the technical, scientific, regulatory, and political obstacles to its use? Is ASR a ground water quantity or quality issue, or both? How do you evaluate the economics and cost-benefit of these projects? How do you balance water supply reliability versus aquifer system alteration? How do we apply the lessons learned to form efficient and effective best practices going forward? How are regulations affecting where and how systems are being used? Is current policy ready for the thirsty world? If not, what changes are needed? How do you manage public relations and public education? Roundtable Topic: “If I had only known……” What are the five key questions that water suppliers, regulators or consultants should ask and answer before considering, starting or permitting an ASR project?