Best Host Dr Matthew Klein Podcasts (2025)

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SuperShifts and the Future of Water 50:26

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We stand at the threshold of a new age. As the Industrial Era gives way to the Age of Intelligence, we face unprecedented transformation in every aspect of human existence. Steve Fisher, managing partner at Revolution Factory and chief futurist at the Human Frontier Institute, joins us to explore the nine "SuperShifts" reshaping our world. From his…

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The Future of Water Awareness Game 28:34

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Amber Desprets joins us to unveil her groundbreaking creation: the Future of Water Awareness Game. This isn't your typical board game - it's a powerful tool designed to shift how we think about our water future using speculative design principles. Through a deck of 112 insight cards and a five-step process, Amber's game takes participants on a jour…

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The Madison Declaration and the Future of Water (Part 3) 55:00

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Imagine turning on your tap and wondering: Is this water safe? Despite living in one of the world's most developed nations, millions of Americans question their drinking water daily. Why? As our returning panel of water experts reveals, it might partly be because the very reports designed to build confidence are actually undermining trust. Dr. Mann…

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The Madison Declaration and the Future of Water (Part 2) 39:47

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The Water Foresight Podcast continues its exploration of the Madison Declaration with a deep dive into the "regulatory treadmill" that keeps water utilities running hard without making progress on critical threats facing our water systems. • The Safe Drinking Water Act created a valuable framework for regulating contaminants, but has it reached a p…

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Developing Countries & Water: Better Product Design and Fostering Sustainable Reuse 34:53

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What happens when we recognize that resources aren't infinite? Dr. Stephen Gale joins us to offer his thoughts on how the circular economy represents a fundamental shift in economic thinking that could reshape our relationship with water and other vital resources. From his unexpected journey as a neuropsychologist who found himself working at the D…

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Can Public Relations Professionals Shape the Future of Water? 38:57

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What role, if any, can public relations professionals play in shaping the future of water? After all, it seems that "public relations" is what an organization needs after--not before--the crisis. As a seasoned public relations professional, Stephen Dupont, Principal of Dupont Foresight, offers a different, aspirational perspective on how public rel…

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Does Loper Bright Enterprises Signal the Demise of the Chevron Doctrine? 57:49

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Is the demise of the Chevron Doctrine "greatly exaggerated"? Professor Sidney Shapiro of the Wake Forest University School of Law joins the Water Foresight Podcast with his observations. What does the future of the U.S. Supreme Court's Loper Bright Enterprises decision mean for the future of water and how administrative agencies interpret and imple…

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The Madison Declaration and the Future of Water (Part 1) 56:42

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The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) is 50 years old. Is it in good health or is it having a mid-life crisis? Do the successes of the SDWA define its "ceiling" or present a new "floor" for consideration? The Madison Declaration calls for an assessment of the future of drinking water throughout the United States. Dr. Manny Teodoro from the University …

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Water and the End of the World 40:37

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What if the future of our planet hinged on a single, often overlooked element? Join us as Dr. Mills, honorary professor at the University of Essex and author of "End of the World," reveals the pivotal role water will play in navigating apocalyptic scenarios such as climate emergencies, overpopulation, and geopolitical tensions. Drawing on real-worl…

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Rights of Nature & the Future of Water 46:54

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Discover the transformative idea of granting natural entities--including water--legal personhood as we sit down with Professor James Salzman, a leading voice in environmental law. This episode takes you beyond traditional environmental regulation, where nature typically plays a supporting role to human interests, and into the realm of the rights of…

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The Future of WASH 37:36

1+ y ago37:36

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Embark on an enlightening exploration of a globally pressing issue with the insight of Samista Jugwanth, joining us from the vibrant heart of South Africa. Prepare to unravel the intricate tapestry of WASH—Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene—challenges that persist not only in the developing world but also on the doorsteps of developed nations. Samista …

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Water and Regulatory AI 51:27

1+ y ago51:27

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Unlock the secrets of regulatory innovation as we sit down with Hdata's founder and CEO, Hudson Hollister, whose journey from SEC lawyer to tech trailblazer is transforming the energy industry's approach to data. This episode promises a wealth of knowledge as we venture into how Hudson's brainchild streamlines regulatory filing processes, applies A…

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Water as a "Liquid Asset" 1:18:48

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Step into a world where every drop of water counts as Professor Buzz Thompson, author of "Liquid Asset," unravels the complex role of the private sector in water management. Together, we navigate the intricate dance of business and government alliances as they supply life's most vital resource, dissecting the tug-of-war between public service and c…

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The Future of Carbon Emissions and Water 49:23

2y ago49:23

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Welcome to an enlightening installment of the Water Foresight Podcast, where we venture into the complex world of non-revenue water, carbon emissions and carbon leakage credits. We're honored to have water industry veteran, Steve Cavanaugh, join us as we decode this labyrinth of issues. As the CEO of Cavanaugh & Associates and the chair of the Inte…

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The Need for a Futures Thinking Mindset 46:31

2y ago46:31

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Imagine having the power to look into the future of the water industry - sounds exciting, right? That's the journey we embark on with Dr. Graham Norris, an organizational psychologist who specializes in foresight and futures thinking. Our dialogue spins around understanding the importance of long-term thinking, especially in the water sector. We de…

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Is There a Future for Fair Market Value? 1:08:18

2y ago1:08:18

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Is "fair market value" activity in trouble? Should public and private water utilities begin to worry? Does the recent Cicero v. Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission decision by the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania present a signal of change for the economic regulation of utilities? Or, is this simply a wild card? Cody Faulk with Spencer Fane LL…

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Sackett v. EPA and the Future of Water 1:01:23

2y ago1:01:23

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What does the recent Supreme Court case, Sackett vs. EPA, mean for the Clean Water Act? Join us as we explore this landmark case with Brent Fewell, Founder of the Earth & Water Law Group, who possesses over 30 years of experience at the intersection of water and law. Dive into the jurisdictional determination of the Sacketts' property near Priest L…

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What is the Future of ChatGPT and Water? 57:03

2+ y ago57:03

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ChatGPT is garnering a great deal of attention. What does it mean for the future of water? Mahesh Lunani, CEO of Aquasight, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to help us understand ChatGPT and its possible or probable futures. What is ChatGPT? Where did it come from? Is Chat GPT simply another incremental step in AI? How does ChatGPT work within org…

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Servant Leadership and the Future of Water 31:47

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Leadership. Everyone talks about it. Customers and regulators demand it. Water utilities need it. Non-profits preach it. What is leadership? Can we define and measure it? Or, do we know it when we see it? Does it come down to traits, skills, or theories? Dr. Peter Scheuermann joins the Water Foresight Podcast to begin a series on the future of lead…

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The Future of the Circular Water Economy 52:34

2+ y ago52:34

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The idea of the "Circular Economy" has been the subject of recent debate. What about a "Circular Water Economy"? Jim Lauria, Vice-President of Sales & Marketing of Mazzei Injector Company, helps us understand the rise of the Circular Water Economy. Is this a new legal requirement or a operational paradigm? What is its relationship to the agricultur…

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Fascism and the Future of Water 1:09:41

2+ y ago1:09:41

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"You're a fascist!" This seems to be the claim lobbed by various people on different sides of a contested issue. We may be divided, but do we truly understand the term "fascism"? Dr. Gene Veith helps us understand fascism. What is fascism? A worldview? Is it bad? What is the origin of fascism? Didn't the conclusion of World War II serve as the end …

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Water and the Metaverse 42:19

2+ y ago42:19

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What is the metaverse? Is it reality or, as some have stated, "embedded reality"? What does that mean and how will the metaverse intersect with the future of water? Lior Romanowsky of Spartans.tech joins the podcast to provide a framework for understanding the future of the metaverse. What are the business applications offered through the metaverse…

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The Future of Toxic Water Systems 1:02:56

2+ y ago1:02:56

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Does the future of water envision drinking water systems as toxic waste facilities? Andrew Brought, an environmental lawyer with Spencer Fane LLP, helps the podcast see various futures of water through the recent case--California River Watch vs. City of Vacaville--decided by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. Did the City of Vacaville "transport" ha…

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Water and Racial Impact Statements 1:00:17

3y ago1:00:17

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Can signals of change from the discipline of criminal justice offer insights into the future of water? Dr. Tom Romero joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss racial impact statements in connection with the future of water. What can racial challenges (and solutions) within the criminal justice system tell us about changes in the future of water…

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Water & Resilience Gentrification 45:39

3y ago45:39

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Is it true that no good deed goes unpunished? Dr. Kenneth Gould joins the Water Foresight Podcast to address the emerging issue of resilience gentrification. What is resilience gentrification? Is this simply a bad thing or is it the unintended consequence of trying to do the right thing with water? What does it mean to align our economic frameworks…

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The Future of Customer Satisfaction 53:16

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According to the latest AWWA Journal, customer satisfaction is a big deal to customers of water utilities and their opinions about the service they receive. Dr. Andrew Heath, Managing Director of Utilities Intelligence for J.D. Power & Associates, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss J.D. Power's latest customer satisfaction results and the…

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Flooding and Future Scenarios 54:43

3y ago54:43

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Dr. Kimberly Daniels and Tim Morgan join the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss Flooding and Future Scenarios. It's hurricane season and the Podcast is interested in learning about the future of flooding. Daniels and Morgan examined future scenarios of flooding in Houston, Texas, through the lenses of health, poverty, and equity. What are the tools…

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The Future of the Internet of Water 55:19

3+ y ago55:19

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Peter Colohan, Director of the Internet of Water Initiative at the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to provide his vision for the future of the Internet of Water. What is the Internet of Water (IoW)? What are the IoW Principles? What is "FAIR"? What is the relationship between the IoW and privacy? Is there a relat…

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Environmental Justice and the Future of Water 58:02

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What is the future of the paradigm of Environmental Justice in relationship to the future of all things water? Dr. David Pellow of the University of California, Santa Barbara, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to guide us on this journey. What is "Environmental Justice"? What do the terms "justice" and "fairness" mean? Who decides? What if the proc…

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Surveillance Capitalism and the Future of Water 1:07:03

3+ y ago1:07:03

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Brett Aho "nudges" the Water Foresight Podcast into discussing surveillance capitalism and its relationship to the future of water. What is "surveillance capitalism"? What are the opportunities and risks of "behavior modification"? How are China and the European Union addressing surveillance capitalism? What is China's social credit system (SCS) fr…

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The Future of Space Water 46:27

3+ y ago46:27

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Kody George joins the Water Foresight Podcast to address the Future of Space Water. What? Isn't water only relevant on Earth? Kody offer his insights on "space water," the legal mechanisms addressing its use, and observations on future governance mechanisms? If we have Riverkeepers on Earth, do we need Moonkeepers for the Moon? Who owns the Moon, M…

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Higher Education's Impact on the Future of Water 56:27

3+ y ago56:27

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What will be the necessary skills, abilities, and knowledge necessary for the future leaders and followers within the world of water? Dr. Chris Mayer of the United States Military Academy (a/k/a West Point) joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss the future of higher education and how it is changing and will shape the future of various roles a…

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Fueling the Future of Public-Private Solutions in Water 48:06

3+ y ago48:06

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How does the pending Maryland Comprehensive Conservation Finance Act (SB 348) influence the future of water? Dr. Tim Male of the Environmental Policy Innovation Center (EPIC) joins the Water Foresight Podcast to offer his thoughts on SB 348. What is SB 348? How does this bill support or connect to the recent federal infrastructure bill? What can SB…

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Water as a Source of Conflict or Peace? 59:37

3+ y ago59:37

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The Water Foresight Podcast wants to know whether water will be a vehicle for conflict or peace. Booky Oren, the former Executive Chairman of Mekorot (Israel's national water company) and current CEO of Booky Oren Global Water Technologies, joins the Podcast to offer his insights. What is Israel's historic relationship with water? How has this rela…

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Water and the Future of Economic Regulation 1:05:07

3+ y ago1:05:07

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Season 2 of the Water Foresight Podcast launches with Commissioner Mary-Anna Holden, Commissioner with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Commissioner Holden offers her (personal) observations about the future of economic regulation. How has economic regulation changed over the past 10-20 years? Is there a future for innovative ratemaking me…

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The Future of Business Models and Water 1:04:14

3+ y ago1:04:14

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The Water Foresight Podcast returns with John Robinson of Mazarine Ventures. We discuss, "The Future of Business Models and Water." John is shy and "keeps his cards close to the vest" but he eventually opens up about his thoughts on how innovative business models must shape the future of water. Are the business models focused on water utilities or …

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After Capitalism: What is the Future of Water? 56:24

4y ago56:24

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Dr. Andy Hines of the University of Houston joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss "After Capitalism: What is the Future of Water?" Has the podcast lost its mind? What does "after capitalism" mean? Is capitalism over? What are the myths, assumptions, and beliefs of capitalism? What are "values shifts" and how do they impact the future of capi…

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Will the Christian Worldview Influence the Future of Water? 52:46

4y ago52:46

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The Rev. Mitchell Hescox, CEO of the Evangelical Environmental Network (EEN), joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss, "Will the Christian World Influence the Future of Water"? What is the significance of the creation of humans in relationship to water? What is the significance of the language of "subdue" and "dominion" in relationship to wate…

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The Future of Regulators & Innovators 40:31

4y ago40:31

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Ari Raivetz, CEO of Transcend Software, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss the future of water innovations in relationship to economic and environmental regulators. Is digital transformation a myth or reality for the water sector? Has COVID-19 accelerated the adoption of innovative technologies? Will regulators help or hinder the adoption…

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Is Water Smart in 2040? 42:47

4y ago42:47

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Shirley Ben-Dak, Vice-President of Strategy & Innovation for SWAN, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to offer her reflections on "Is Water Smart in 2040?" Shirley addresses the elastic term "smart water" and provides key insights into whether and in what form water may be "smart" in 2040. Also, we discussed the potential unintended consequences of …

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Water Infrastructure in 2040: Business as Usual or Transformation? 1:07:15

4y ago1:07:15

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George Hawkins, the Founder & CEO of Moonshot Missions, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss his vision for "Water Infrastructure in 2040: Business as Usual or Transformation?" There is no spoiler alert when it comes to George's well-known intellect, enthusiasm, and optimism--he supports the "transformation scenario" of the future of water …

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The Multiple Lenses of Predictive Analytics 47:07

4y ago47:07

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Dr. Eric Siegel joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss "The Multiple Lenses of Predictive Analytics." What is the difference between "big data," "artificial intelligence," "machine learning," and "predictive analytics"? How will predictive analytics change (and change society) over the next 10 years? Will the application of predictive analyti…

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What Kind of Thing is Water in 2040? 1:07:55

4y ago1:07:55

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Dr. Christiana Zenner, Associate Professor of Theology, Science & Ethics at Fordham University and author of "Just Water," joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss "What Kind of Thing is Water in 2040"? What are the value paradigms of fresh waters? Do social norms about water change over time? Why should we care about "water ethics"? What are D…

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Scenarios for Resolving Future Water Quality Challenges 1:03:16

4y ago1:03:16

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Meena Sankaran, Founder & CEO of Ketos, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss "Scenarios for Resolving Future Water Quality Challenges." Meena shares her "Four As" relative to her scenarios. Who is thinking about how technology can address water quality challenges? Do regulations respond to or drive investments in water quality-focused techn…

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How Communication Will Shape the Future of Water 1:01:19

4y ago1:01:19

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Is communication the vehicle of leadership? Stephanie Corso and Arianne Shipley of Rogue Water--the H2DuO--join the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss, "How Communication Will Shape the Future of Water." What will water leaders be discussing in 20 years? Same thing, different year? Or, is the real problem that the water sector mired in a constant s…

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Water and the Pivot From Analog to Digital 41:16

4y ago41:16

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Gary Wong, Global Industry Principal of Infrastructure and Water at AVEVA, joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss "Water and the Pivot From Analog to Digital." Who is making this "pivot"? What are the barriers to digital transformation within the water sector? Is customer privacy relevant? What are the risks of digital transformation? Will di…

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The Future of Private Water in America 46:42

4y ago46:42

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Robert Powelson, CEO of the National Association of Water Companies (NAWC), joins the Water Foresight Podcast to discuss the impact the private water sector will have on the future of the United States. What will be the future hurdles for private water? in 2040, what will be the most significant accomplishment of private water? How does private wat…

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Cybersecurity and the Future of Water 42:52

4y ago42:52

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Dr. Kevin Morley of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) joins the Water Foresight Podcast to offer his views on the future of cybersecurity in the water sector. What will the minimum cyber standards look like in 10-20 years? Can we prevent cyber attacks or simply seek to mitigate the effects? How will insurance companies and ratings agencie…

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The Sacred View of the Future of Water 28:20

4y ago28:20

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Dr. Miguel De La Torre continues the discussion of the future of water through the lens of ethics and worldviews. In the future, what will be our right relationship with water? Will it be through a "Eurocentric worldview" of "dominion" or some other worldview? How will indigenous or other worldviews ("on the margins") impact our view of our relatio…

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Ethics and the Future of Water (Part 2) 29:39

4y ago29:39

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Dr. David Groenfeldt completes Part 2 of his interview on Ethics and the Future of Water. #water #WaterForesight #strategicforesight #foresight #futures @AqualaurusBy Host: Matthew Klein