The U.K.’s water sector is facing a critical juncture in preparation for the upcoming AMP8 investment cycle. This cycle sets the financial agenda for the world’s most privatized water market, with a proposed £104.6 billion investment. Episode 101 features host Reese Tisdale with Bluefield Senior Research Director Chloé Meyer. In this episode, they discuss the… Continue reading Uncharted Waters: Are U.K. Utilities Ready for the AMP8 Investment Cycle?
Podcast: The Future of Water
From Milestones to Predictions: What’s Next for the Future of Water?
Four years after the launch of The Future of Water podcast, milestone episode #100 has arrived! In this episode, podcast host Reese Tisdale is joined by VP & Managing Director Keith Hays as they reflect on the evolution of the water sector and look ahead to its future. Reese and Keith begin by reflecting on… Continue reading From Milestones to Predictions: What’s Next for the Future of Water?
How Will the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election Shape the Future of Water Management?
With the 2024 U.S. presidential election on the horizon and U.S. President Joe Biden announcing his exit from the race, the political landscape is heating up. In this episode of The Future of Water, Podcast Host Reese Tisdale speaks with Senior Research Director Greg Goodwin, diving into Bluefield’s new white paper, “2024 U.S. Elections: Implications… Continue reading How Will the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election Shape the Future of Water Management?
Answering Ten Burning Questions about the Private Water Industry
Bluefield water experts recently presented a private water client webcast in collaboration with the National Association of Water Companies, From PFAS to Consolidation: Key Water Market Developments Impacting Utility Strategies. In this special mailbag episode, podcast host Reese Tisdale and Senior Analyst Charlie Suse answer industry questions received from this webcast, providing in-depth insights into… Continue reading Answering Ten Burning Questions about the Private Water Industry
What’s Driving Rapid Growth in U.S. Stormwater Management?
Interest in the stormwater management market is on the rise, driven by urgent environmental challenges and infrastructure needs. Reese Tisdale is joined by Senior Research Director Eric Bindler to unpack Bluefield’s latest stormwater infrastructure report. In this discussion, they dive into the nuances of stormwater management, exploring its impact across municipal water systems, transportation networks,… Continue reading What’s Driving Rapid Growth in U.S. Stormwater Management?
Three Industries Shaping Industrial Water Management
Podcast host Reese Tisdale talks with Bluefield Analyst Amber Walsh to get the low down on top takeaways from Q2 industrial water analysis. Industrial water markets are seeing a lot of change—from rising demand for data, the energy transition, and a focus on corporate sustainability strategies. In this discussion, Bluefield’s water experts share their insights on… Continue reading Three Industries Shaping Industrial Water Management
Emerging Trends and Foreign Investment Opportunities in Spain’s Water Market
Spain’s water sector has evolved in light of the country’s unique challenges such as extensive infrastructure buildout in recent decades, population boom, economic recessions, and persistent droughts. Despite these hurdles, Spain has made notable strides in areas including desalination, water management, and technology adoption. VP & Managing Director Keith Hays and Analyst Maria Cardenal from… Continue reading Emerging Trends and Foreign Investment Opportunities in Spain’s Water Market
How Would a Potential Schneider-Bentley Deal Shake Up the Water Sector?
Update: As of 23 May 2024, deal talks between Schneider Electric and Bentley Systems have ended, with no plans to move forward with an acquisition. Schneider Electric and Bentley have confirmed ongoing discussions regarding a potential acquisition, marking a significant development in the water industry. With Bentley’s market value estimated at approximately US$16 billion, the prospective… Continue reading How Would a Potential Schneider-Bentley Deal Shake Up the Water Sector?
Regulating PFAS in Drinking Water: Who Will Bear the Burden?
Bluefield’s latest remediation forecast for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) has surged to US$13.5 billion by 2030 in the wake of anticipated maximum contamination limits (MCLs) for drinking water and a significant legal settlement involving 3M in South Carolina. Now, with the EPA confirming these unprecedented contaminant limits, a fresh wave of discussions emerge, touching… Continue reading Regulating PFAS in Drinking Water: Who Will Bear the Burden?
AI Opportunities and Impacts for Utility Construction Firms in Water
While artificial intelligence (AI) has indeed become a prevalent buzzword in many regards, capturing headlines over the past 12 to 18 months, its potential impact remains significant. There are real applications and impacts that are unfolding for AI, including those in the water and wastewater sectors. In the U.S. utility construction sector—which is facing chronic… Continue reading AI Opportunities and Impacts for Utility Construction Firms in Water
