Taking a different approach on this episode, Reese Tisdale flies solo and shares some perspectives from recent analysis presented to clients by Bluefield Research’s team of water experts. Three areas of discussion in this episode: If you enjoy listening to The Future of Water Podcast, please tell a friend or colleague, and if you haven’t… Continue reading How Are Water Utilities Prioritizing Infrastructure Spend and Outsourcing Strategies?
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Energy Recovery’s Water Story with Rodney Clemente
Energy Recovery, Inc.’s Senior Vice President of Water, Rodney Clemente shares how using energy recovery technologies, the water sector saves energy, becomes more sustainable and delivers water at a more affordable price. Plus, Reese Tisdale joins us for another Bluefield on Tap segment discussing the recent New York Times feature on groundwater depletion in the… Continue reading Energy Recovery’s Water Story with Rodney Clemente
Aegion Adds More Deals to the List
The Future of Water host, Reese Tisdale, talks with Bluefield’s Senior Analyst Ethan Edwards about the Aegion deal, M&A, and the trenchless pipe rehabilitation market. In this episode, the Bluefield team dives into Aegion’s acquisition of Portland Utilities Construction Company (PUCC), a trenchless service provider specializing in cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) and pipe bursting. PUCC serves… Continue reading Aegion Adds More Deals to the List
An Exit Interview with Retired Denver Water CEO Jim Lochhead
Retired Denver Water CEO Jim Lochhead reflects back on his career(s) in water. In this wide-ranging interview, Jim discusses the challenges on the Colorado River, good leadership and its attributes, how a water leader’s role has changed over the years, and much more. Don’t miss out on Jim’s fantastic insights! In this session, you’ll learn… Continue reading An Exit Interview with Retired Denver Water CEO Jim Lochhead
Grundfos Goes Deeper Into Digital Water
Danish pump manufacturer Grundfos has recently acquired U.K.-based telemetry and analytics firm Metasphere from private equity investor XPV Water Partners. Grundfos has in recent years, expanded its footprint from its core pump offerings for water network management and treatment toward digital offerings. Metasphere’s specific experience with wastewater networks especially in the U.K. and Australia, will… Continue reading Grundfos Goes Deeper Into Digital Water
Fulfilling RCAP’s Mission with CEO Olga Morales-Pate
RCAP CEO Olga Morales-Pate discusses RCAP’s mission serving rural communities, highlights the needs and challenges of small rural communities and utility systems, and provides insightful commentary on how projects in small, rural communities achieve success and sustainability. In this session, you’ll learn about: Resources and links mentioned in or relevant to this session include: Thank… Continue reading Fulfilling RCAP’s Mission with CEO Olga Morales-Pate
Water Reuse Builds Momentum in Europe
In Europe, the need for sustainable water management solutions has been magnified by last summer’s drought and record-breaking temperatures. The increasing severity of water stress remains a key driver behind the implementation of wastewater reuse. Particularly, in Southern Europe where water stress is more pronounced, the reuse market has witnessed greater development, although with challenges… Continue reading Water Reuse Builds Momentum in Europe
How Real Is the Thames Water Crisis?
The potential collapse of Thames Water is all over the news and has raised alarm bells on many fronts. Thames Water serves approximately 15 million people across greater London. Not a small system by any comparison, and it seems to be sinking under a £14 billion debt load, thereby requiring more money. In this episode, Bluefield’s water… Continue reading How Real Is the Thames Water Crisis?
A Review of the State of the Water Industry
Both the American Water Works Association and Black & Veatch have released their 2023 industry surveys of the water market. In recent weeks both the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and Black & Veatch released their industry surveys of the market. We thought it might be interesting to dig in a bit, and share Bluefield… Continue reading A Review of the State of the Water Industry
Water’s Role in Decarbonization with Ajay Kasarabada
Ajay Kasarabada, Associate Vice President and Director of Environmental Solutions for Black & Veatch, provides a brilliant discussion on the issue of water’s role in decarbonization and net zero. In this session, you’ll learn about: Resources and links mentioned in or relevant to this session include: Thank You! Thanks to each of you for listening… Continue reading Water’s Role in Decarbonization with Ajay Kasarabada
