The Value Of Applying Urban Planning Principals To Running A Water Utility, With Ruben Fernandes, Executive Director, Águas Do Porto, Portugal The Executive Exchange podcast

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The value of applying urban planning principals to running a water utility, with Ruben Fernandes, Executive Director, Águas do Porto, Portugal

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In this episode of the Exec Exchange podcast, host Piers Clark interviews Ruben Fernandes, the executive director at Águas do Porto in Portugal. Ruben shares his unique journey from civil engineering and urban planning to leading one of Portugal's largest water utilities. He discusses how he integrates urban planning concepts into the water sector, emphasizing sustainable urban drainage solutions, innovation through digital transformation, and collaborative governance structures. Ruben also highlights Águas do Porto's commitment to environmental education and its innovative approach to handling water and wastewater services. The conversation touches on the challenges and achievements in making Porto more resilient to climate crises such as floods and cyber attacks.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:27 Ruben Fernandes' Background and Career Path

01:58 Overview of Águas do Porto

03:22 Innovative Approaches at Águas do Porto

06:34 Urban Planning and Climate Crisis Management

12:09 Future Plans and Personal Reflections

14:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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