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In this episode of 21st Century Water, we sit down with John J. Entsminger, General Manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and the Las Vegas Valley Water District. John oversees the water supply for 2.5 million residents and 40 million visitors annually in one of the most water-stressed regions of the United States. He shares his journey from environmental law to leading a major water utility and highlights the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to water management, including the 2002 Colorado River drought and the 2007-2009 recession.John explains the vast scale of SNWA's infrastructure, from its 250 miles of massive pipelines to the 7,000 miles of distribution lines in the Las Vegas Valley Water District. With climate change and cybersecurity as the biggest challenges facing water utilities, he emphasizes how SNWA has aggressively tackled conservation. Through innovative measures like removing non-functional turf, enforcing watering schedules, and deploying water enforcement officers, Southern Nevada has added 800,000 people since 2002 while reducing total water consumption by 35-40%.We discuss the importance of strategic investments, including a $1.5 billion low-lake-level pumping station at Lake Mead, designed purely for redundancy to secure supply. John also shares insights into international and interstate water negotiations, where he has played a key role in agreements involving the seven Colorado River Basin states and Mexico. He highlights the delicate balance of ensuring every party “loses” just enough to reach a compromise that sustains long-term water management.A key advantage for Las Vegas is its ability to recycle nearly 100% of indoor water use. Thanks to its unique geography, all wastewater is treated and returned to Lake Mead, allowing for legal return flow credits. The city's only significant water losses come from outdoor irrigation, evaporative cooling, and septic systems, which SNWA is actively addressing. John also discusses their use of innovative leak detection technology, AI-powered predictive maintenance, and automated metering to enhance efficiency.One remarkable case study is how SNWA worked with Formula 1 to make the Las Vegas Grand Prix the first net-positive water race in history. By offsetting race-related water use with an atmospheric water generator installed at MGM, the event saved more water than it consumed. John sees AI playing an increasing role in optimizing pipeline maintenance and customer leak detection, making conservation even more effective.Another is the building 54 weirs, which are erosion-controlled structures to slow down the water. And over the last 20 years, the number one source of materials for those weirs is imploded old casinos.As we wrap up, John reflects on his legacy, emphasizing pragmatism and the importance of speaking truth to power. His leadership has positioned Southern Nevada as a global model for water conservation and resilience, proving that even in the face of extreme scarcity, strategic planning and innovation can secure a sustainable water future.More: Las Vegas Valley Water District: https://www.lvvwd.com/Southern Nevada Water Authority: https://www.snwa.com/ Aquasight Website: https://aquasight.io/
The LA City Council is looking into taking money back from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority. A city plan to recycle nearly all of LA's wastewater by 2035 is now about 20 years behind. A new state bill aims to protect pets during evacuations. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
As water resources are being stretched and pulled away from the ag sector, learn why creating resiliency in agricultural water management is more critical than ever. Guest host & Prinsco Application Engineer, Trey Allis, sits down with water management expert, Dr. Chris Hay, to get the details on his research into drainage water recycling. Can it boost yields? Yes. Is it worth the cost? This episode explores how drainage water recycling could be a solution.Chapters & Episode Topics: 00:00 00:18 Welcome to the Water Table!00:40 Welcome Dr. Chris Hay01:20 Go Rams!01:50 On to Nebraska…02:10 Becoming tri-lingual in engineering, statistics and hydrology03:00 Interaction between ground water and surface water04:44 Recharge!06:00 Into the world of drainage07:49 Onward to Iowa08:45 Transforming Drainage11:07 Hanging his own shingle…11:50 Drainage Water Recycling13:15 Seeing the benefits – doubling corn production13:44 Looking at the economics14:40 Irrigation vs. non-irrigation17:10 Closing the loop on nutrient loss18:00 The environmental benefit looks promising19:45 What are the size requirements?21:33 Who's paying for what?23:00 More engineers and dirt workers24:20 The opportunities with replacing infrastructure26:00 Irrigated acres vs. drained acres29:00 Opportunities for crop diversity32:20 The hydro illogic cycle33:20 Wrapping it upRelated Content: Episode 68: A Rain Barrel on Steroids; How Drainage Water Recycling Can Maximize ProductivityEpisode 77: How 5 Million Dollars, 39 Test Sites & 29 Bright Minds are Transforming DrainageEpisode 80: The Real Price of Drainage: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Cost?Find us on social media! Facebook Twitter InstagramListen on these Podcast Platforms:Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our website to explore more episodes & water management education.
Multiple events are planned today to mark the one-year anniversary of Hamas' deadly October 7th attack against Israel. Water recycling – once dubbed “toilet-to-tap” by naysayers – has entered a new era in California. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com
Hydraloop stole the show despite Samsung, Sony, or Mercedes aiming at big bangs. Yet, how easy is it to create a category in the #WaterSector? More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/#️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣
Welcome to our new podcast miniseries, Focus on Drainage. In this four-episode miniseries, we speak to experts from different aspects of the agricultural drainage and water management sector to discuss evolving trends and innovation in the field of water management. Contractors, educators, advocates and government experts weigh in on how to evaluate drainage decisions for your operation, how to work with contractors and what to know about drainage and conservation.In our first episode, we chat with Iowa's Chris Hay. Hay, now an independent consultant focused on agricultural water management, has a background in both academia and extension, including with Iowa State University and the Iowa Soybean Association. With much of his experience focused on both irrigation and subsurface drainage, it makes sense that Hay's career eventually began to also focus on drainage water recycling (DWR). Hay shares what the benefits are of DWR, both from a yield perspective and an environmental perspective, what conditions favor DWR, and what the future holds in terms of costs and subsidization.
Dierdre Irwin, a Florida water conservation coordinator, and Melissa Lubitz, Director of Business Development for Hydraloop in North America, share insights into the current state of water resources in Florida. They discuss the impacts of over-pumping from the Floridan Aquifer, the shift towards alternative water sources, and the role of greywater recycling. The episode also highlights the importance of education, economic incentives, and regulation in promoting water conservation and sustainable practices. Interviewed by Abigail Bassett.00:17 Florida's Growing Population and Water Demand00:47 Current Water Management Strategies02:25 Water Recycling in Florida03:12 Regulation and Certification in Water Recycling05:09 Educating Builders and Homeowners07:39 Economic Incentives for Water Conservation10:04 Expanding Water Conservation Efforts NationwideVisit Solvecast.com for more.For more information on Melissa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-lubitz-70815644/For more information on Dierdre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deirdre-irwin-7b91242/For more information on Abigail: https://abigailbassett.com/
L.A.'s unsheltered population has surged in recent years as of the latest count more than 30,000 people live outside. A planned water recycling plant in Carson received close to $100 million dollars in federal money this week. Restoration of Pasadena's Arroyo Seco trails starts next month. This Saturday has a little something extra to it — it's Super-Fun Saturday down here at LAist Headquarters. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com
Could water truly be the new gold? In this compelling episode of "REady2Scale," host Jeannette Friedrich, Director of Investor Relations at Blue Lake Capital, engages with Riggs Ethelberry, President and CEO of OriginClear. Together, they explore the evolving significance of water as an indispensable resource and discuss its potential to be as valuable as gold in terms of investment and necessity. Key Topics Covered: Riggs's Unique Background: From sailing with L. Ron Hubbard to leading a NASDAQ-listed company, Riggs shares his journey and the lessons learned in public relations and crisis management. The OriginClear Story: Focus on how OriginClear is addressing challenges in the water treatment industry, emphasizing innovation and the shift towards decentralized water treatment solutions. Going Public and Engaging Retail Investors: Riggs discusses the strategic decisions behind taking companies public, the challenges of engaging with venture capitalists, and the benefits of direct retail investor engagement. Decentralizing Water Treatment: Exploration of how decentralizing water treatment can provide sustainable and cost-effective solutions for industries and communities, reducing reliance on municipal systems. Investment and Market Potential: Discussion on the investment opportunities in water treatment and how OriginClear is positioning itself in the market to leverage these opportunities. Listeners will gain insights into the evolving landscape of water management and treatment, understand the strategic business decisions in taking a company public, and explore the potential of water as an investment vehicle. This episode is particularly valuable for those interested in sustainability, technology, and innovative business models in the environmental sector. Prefer to listen in? View the transcripts here. Watch the full episode here. Are you REady2Scale Your Multifamily Investments? Learn more about growing your wealth, strengthening your portfolio, and scaling to the next level at www.bluelake-capital.com. To reach Ellie & her team, email them at info@bluelake-capital.com or complete our investor form at www.bluelake-capital.com/new-investor-form and they'll connect with you. Time Stamps 00:00 Unlocking Investment Opportunities for Ordinary Investors 00:25 Welcome to Ready to Scale: Exploring Water as the New Gold 01:38 Riggs Ethelberry: A Journey from the High Seas to High Tech 03:37 The Evolution of a CEO: From Nonprofit to NASDAQ 05:59 OriginClear's Mission: Revolutionizing Water Treatment 06:48 Going Public: The Challenges and Strategies 11:16 Innovating Investment: Water Properties and Profit Shares 13:43 Decentralizing Water Treatment: A New Era for Industry 16:26 The Rise of Water on Demand: A Game-Changer for Investors 20:18 Addressing the Water Crisis in Mobile Home Parks 22:28 Exploring Water Treatment Systems in Real Estate 22:55 The Economic Impact of Decentralized Water Systems 25:28 Water Recycling and Its Benefits 27:34 Introducing Water Staple Coins: A Future Business Model 32:47 Leadership Insights: Building Effective Teams 36:19 Engaging with the Audience: Lightning Round Questions Producer: Blue Lake Capital Strategist: Syed Mahmood Editor: Emma Walker Opening Music: Pomplamoose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our latest episode of the 21st Century Water Podcast, we had the privilege of engaging with Shivaji Deshmukh, General Manager of the Inland Empire Utilities Agency. Shivaji, a veteran in the field with over two decades of experience in sustainable water solutions, sheds light on the evolution and challenges of Southern California's water systems, emphasizing the importance of innovative practices in water management.We kicked off the conversation with Shivaji sharing his top three significant professional experiences: the development of the groundwater replenishment system in Orange County, pioneering work at the West Basin Municipal Water District on recycled water and desalination projects, and his current role at the Inland Empire Utilities Agency, focusing on comprehensive recycling and groundwater replenishment initiatives.Shivaji elaborated on the complexities of the Inland Empire Utilities Agency's operations, including wastewater treatment, recycled water programs, and advanced water quality testing. The agency's commitment to innovation is highlighted through its involvement in various projects, such as the RP-5 expansion, which integrates membrane bioreactor technology for enhanced water treatment efficiency.Addressing risks, Shivaji underscored the challenges of water supply reliability and workforce development. He introduced the Chino Basin Program, a forward-thinking project aimed at augmenting water supply reliability through advanced recycled water treatment and groundwater storage, showcasing the agency's proactive approach to addressing water scarcity and promoting sustainability.The discussion transitioned to the role of technology in water management, with Shivaji expressing enthusiasm for advancements in control systems, SCADA, and artificial intelligence, while also acknowledging the critical importance of cybersecurity in protecting water infrastructure.Shivaji's vision for a circular economy in water management was evident as he detailed the agency's initiatives in composting, energy generation, and recycling. His leadership is driven by a commitment to sustainability, community education, and leveraging innovative solutions to meet the region's water needs.Concluding the episode, Shivaji reflected on his legacy and aspirations for the water sector, emphasizing the importance of leaving a positive impact through collaborative efforts and innovative projects. His dedication to improving water management practices exemplifies the spirit of the 21st Century Water Podcast's mission to inspire and inform about the advancements and challenges in the water industry.Inland Empire Utilities Agency and more on Shivaji: https://www.ieua.org/leadership/senior-leadership/Aquasight Website: https://aquasight.io/ Aquasight Website: https://aquasight.io/
Picture a world where wastewater transforms into drinking water like a fairytale glass slipper. California's water regulator is leading the charge towards a future where purified wastewater becomes clean, delicious drinking water for all. But people have questions about how advanced water purification will work, and we're here to get some answers from the people who are turning wastewater into wonder. In Episode 18 of What Matters Water TV + Podcast, we are diving deep into how we can squeeze every last drop of use out of our water resources. In this episode, we're exploring Direct Potable Reuse or DPR (also known as advanced water purification). Whatever you want to call it it, this is California's groundbreaking solution to water scarcity. To unravel the nuances of DPR, we've gathered a panel of experts. Tony Estremera from Valley Water will shed light on the Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center, a pioneering facility in northern California. Also, joining us is Dave Pedersen, overseeing operations at Las Virgenes Municipal Water District and serving as President of WaterReuse California. And Dawn Taffler is a recycled water specialist at Kennedy Jenks, bringing extensive expertise in planning, engineering, and demystifying the complexities of water reuse. From ‘advanced purified water' to public education, we'll delve into cutting-edge technologies and regulations ensuring the safety of reclaimed water. It's a tale of scarcity, science, and human ingenuity. And let's not reduce it to just “toilet to tap,” as the process entails far more complexity and innovation than the term suggests. Tune in as we dive into the depths of advanced water purification – this is not your average water cooler chat!
As water comes out of being a government monopoly general awareness of its potential as an asset is starting to take off, and enterprises are beginning to treat their own water at the point of pollution… Which makes sense! They can recycle it, lower costs, avoid regulatory fines and disposal costs in many cases and have greater water independence. So, innovating a way to not only speed up but also turn that recycling trend into an investible asset that gives everyday individual investors preferred access? H-U-G-E! How huge? Find out in the replay!
Video Version: https://youtu.be/8hjsmIyC9ggWater reuse is crucial for addressing water scarcity and has many environmental, agricultural, and economic benefits. Yet, despite technological advancements and proven safety, public acceptance remains a challenge due to misconceptions and the importance of communication strategies. What we'll discuss today:
Texas State University's Keisuke Ikehata, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Ingram School of Engineering, joins the Big Ideas TXST podcast to discuss an innovative pilot program to convert wastewater into purified drinking water. Texas' rapid population growth combined with ongoing drought conditions has led to water shortages across the state. In the face of this challenge, Ikehata sees an opportunity for the public to embrace the idea of using treated wastewater for daily needs, a process referred to as potable water reuse. Ikehata and his students have partnered with the San Marcos Wastewater Treatment Plant on an advanced water purification system that turns more than 5 million gallons of wastewater into clean, environmentally safe water on a daily basis. An expert in advanced water and wastewater treatment and sustainable water resources management, including water reuse, desalination and stormwater management, Ikehata earned his doctorate in civil and environmental engineering from the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. In July 2019, he joined TXST as one of four founding members of the civil engineering program. Prior to joining TXST, Ikehata worked for more than eight years as a technical specialist/R&D manager at a water resources engineering firm in Orange County, Calif. and eight years in academia in California, Alberta and Kansas. FURTHER READING:TXST researchers implement innovative wastewater treatment strategiesUSBR grant funds research into contaminant detection for water reclamation systemsDiatom research could prove an innovative key to improving efficiency of desalination
With the discussion of water recycling at the forefront this week in the news, we looked into what our local water recycling systems are doing around Sacramento, and their goals for implementing even more water sustainability...
Water is facing alarming stress levels in the U. S. from drought and drinking water pollution, but outdated policies and inefficient use of water resources leave us vulnerable to a future where safe drinking water scarcity can no longer be ignored. On this episode, we'll be speaking with Pete Muñoz, EcoDistricts AP senior engineer and practice lead at Biohabitats, about how the state of Oregon successfully implemented water recycling policies to ensure sustainable water management for generations to come.
The city of Vancouver is consistently named among the world's most desirable places to live and the region is expected to add nearly 1 million more residents by 2050. Massive development leads to growing pains for any city, and for Vancouver, the dirty secret was insufficient sewer capacity.On this episode, we'll be speaking with Chris Radziminski, Development, Buildings & Licensing Building Policy Engineer for the city of Vancouver, BC, who will share how a water reuse system, along with correctly sizing system pipes, helped mitigate the impact of stormwater on the city's combined sewer overflow infrastructure.This episode is sponsored by Epic Cleantec.
It's Friday! And our Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter is with host Emma Arnold to float through the week's news. We're talking end of summer bucketlists, the city's water recycling pilot, and the don't miss BIPOC Playwrights Festival. Plus, turns out Harry Styles is not a Jonas Bro. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Can't get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us on Instagram. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fatima Al Mahmoud gives a round-up of today's trends.
The ICC Pulse Podcast is back with a whole season of 5 episodes ready to listen! This is one of the five. In this episode of the ICC Pulse Podcast, we dive in to discussing water reuse. I know – many of you might not be as open to using the same water you just, well, used, but in this episode, we challenge you to explore how water reuse can be a safe, innovative way to help save the world's water supply. We speak with a few experts on breaking the stigma of water reuse and how reusing water is possible in our homes and businesses. Guests on the show: Rich Anderson, Director of PMG, International Code Council Philip Parisi, P.E., LEED AP, Associate Principal, MG Engineering Pat Sinicropi, Executive Director, WateReuse Association Links to related and referenced topics in this episode: About the WateReuse Association: https://watereuse.org/about-watereuse/ About the Code Council's Water Reuse Working Group: https://www.iccsafe.org/building-safety-journal/bsj-hits/the-international-code-council-hosts-industry-experts-for-conference-celebrating-50th-anniversary-of-clean-water-act Visit the Code Council's Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas resources webpage: www.iccsafe.org/pmg Water Reuse Building Projects mentioned in the episode: · Domino Sugar Refinery redevelopment: https://newyorkyimby.com/2022/08/construction-rises-on-domino-sugar-refinery-redevelopment-at-292-kent-avenue-in-williamsburg-brooklyn.html · Blue Hole Primary School, Texas's first OneWater school – check out their student-led video tour here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMmIVsBN83g&t=116s · DC Water Headquarters: https://www.dcwater.com/whats-going-on/news/dc-water%E2%80%99s-iconic-green-glass-headquarters-awarded-leed-platinum-distinction Water Reuse Resources from the Code Council: · About the Rainwater Harvesting Standard 2022 edition: https://www.iccsafe.org/about/periodicals-and-newsroom/rainwater-harvesting-standard-2022-edition/ · The International Code Council Joins Delegation to Israel to Discuss Water Conservation Policies and Research: https://www.iccsafe.org/building-safety-journal/bsj-hits/the-international-code-council-joins-delegation-to-israel-to-discuss-water-conservation-policies-and-research/ · Non-potable Water Reuse: https://www.iccsafe.org/wp-content/uploads/BSM_Non-Potable_Water_Reuse_FLR.pdf To learn more about how the Code Council's codes and standards enable reuse, click here.
Join us as we delve into the world of water recycling with Pat Sinicropi, an esteemed expert dedicated to addressing freshwater challenges. With an extensive background in the Clean Water Act, Water Safety, and Wastewater, Pat currently serves as the executive director of the WateReuse Association, a prestigious organization comprising over 450 members committed to safeguarding our planet's most precious resource. An eloquent speaker and staunch advocate for water recycling, Pat brings her wealth of knowledge to the Scaling UP! Nation. In this captivating episode, she shares her expertise on various critical topics, including: Exploring the diverse array of readily available options for water reuse Unveiling the latest cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing water reuse practices Showcasing inspiring success stories of organizations embracing water recycling Astonishing figures on the colossal volume of water saved each day through recycling (Prepare to be amazed!) Dispelling common myths surrounding water tables and outlining effective aquifer management strategies The upcoming WateReuse Association's symposium and where listeners can find resources and submit abstracts Bottom line: With Pat Sinicropi at the helm, recycling water is no longer an idealistic vision but an actionable plan for addressing today's freshwater challenges. Tune in as we gain invaluable insights into the world of water recycling, empowering us to make a positive impact on our environment and secure a sustainable future for generations to come. Timestamps Trace Blackmore reminds you that you are the voice of the Water Treatment community [1:00] Interview with Patricia Sinicropi, the Executive Director of WateReuse Association about revolutionizing water recycling [5:15] Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals [27:00] Periodic Water Table With James McDonald [30:00] Quotes “When you become a water geek, you are always a water geek because you fall in love with the challenges and the people.” - Pat Sinicropi “We're also seeing new emerging technologies that can treat the water justice cleanly as membrane, and that includes biological activated carbon filtration.” - Pat Sinicropi “Q: How many gallons of water are recycled in the US each day? A: 300 million gallons!” - Pat Sinicropi “There are a wide variety of beneficial applications for the use of recycled water.” - Pat Sinicropi “We're seeing more interest in capturing rainwater and stormwater.” - Pat Sinicropi Connect with Pat Sinicropi Phone: 202.270.6232 Email: psinicropi@watereuse.org Website: watereuse.org LinkedIn: in/patriciasinicropi/ company/watereuse-association/ Join the WateReuse Association at the 2024 WateReuse Symposium on March 10-13, 2023 in Denver, CO Interested in becoming a member of the WateReuse Association? Learn the benefits HERE Read or Download Pat Sinicropi's Press Release HERE Water Reuse in Action Links Mentioned The Hang 303 The Future of Wastewater 87 The One That Takes You to AWT's 2019 Technical Training 90 The One That's All About Filming Amines (Boilers) 91 The One That's All About Filming Amines (Closed Loops and Cooling Towers) The Rising Tide Mastermind Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses 2023 Events for Water Professionals Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE or using the dropdown menu. Periodic Water Table With James McDonald What are Film Forming Amines? Within which systems are they used and for what? What concentrations are recommended for Film Forming Amines? How are they first dosed to a system? What could be the impact if not properly dosed? Are Film Forming Amines just a single chemical formula or are there multiple Film Forming Amines available? Can you test for Film Forming Amines? Are there any possible negative impacts upon applying a Filming Forming Amine to a system? How do today's Film Forming Amines compare to those of yesteryear? When would Film Forming Amines be used in place of other traditional industrial water chemicals?
Happy Friday! It's been a gorgeous week and host Emma Arnold's got lead producer Frankie Barnhill and Morning Edition host George Prentice with her to break down the week's news. They're digging into the zoning code rewrite back-and-forth, where the city's at with its lofty carbon neutral goals, the future of water in Boise, and is parking at the root of all our problems? Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Can't get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuckahoe District Supervisor Patricia S. O'Bannon will host a Tuckahoe Town Meeting on Thursday, May 18 to discuss services provided by the Henrico County Department of Public Utilities, including public water, recycling and refuse collection. Henrico Public Utilities Director Bentley Chan also will highlight upcoming initiatives, including the distribution of 95-gallon recycling carts to 90,000 homes in collaboration with the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority and The Recycling Partnership. The meeting will be held at the Tuckahoe Area Library, 1901 Starling Drive, with sessions at 1 p.m.and 6:30 p.m. Residents also may participate virtually via WebEx using links for the...Article LinkSupport the show
Water Recycling for Climate Resilience (start time: 7:54) When you poured tap water into your coffee maker this morning, or flushed the toilet, you may not have been thinking about where that water came from, or where it flowed to next. Pegged to World Water Week, on this week's How On Earth host Susan Moran … Continue reading "Water Reuse for the Arid West"
It's another edition of The Water Table on the road. In this episode, guest host Karl Guetter catches up with Dr. Matt Helmers from Iowa State University at the NACADE convention in Des Moines, Iowa, to talk drainage recycling, rain barrels on steroids and how hanging out with Grandpa launched a career.About the Guest:Dr. Matt Helmers is Director of the Iowa Nutrient Research Center, the Dean's Professor in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and a Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University, where he has been on the faculty since 2003. Dr. Helmers's research areas include studies on the impact of nutrient management, cropping practices, drainage design and management, and strategic placement of buffer systems on nutrient export from agricultural landscapes.Want more? Check out these related episodes from The Water Table: #01: A Case for Water ManagementIowa State University Ag Water Management:https://agwatermgmt.ae.iastate.edu/Episode Topics:00:32 Welcome02:25 NACADE Convention03:05 Why nutrient research?03:50 Hanging out with Grandpa.05:00 Memorable research05:30 The timing of manure application – a huge benefit06:45 Working with agronomy on split application07:30 Switching to drainage research09:00 Current projects09:50 Drainage water recycling – a rain barrel on steroids12:00 Land prices, you can't afford a dry year13:20 Saturated buffer projects14:25 A huge size and scope15:56 Batch and build16:55 Looking into the crystal ball18:40 Contractor education22:00 The weirdos in the industryFollow us on social media! FB: https://m.facebook.com/thewatertableag/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thewatertableag/Website: https://www.watertable.ag/the-podcast/Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1538507698Subscribe to our Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/001MKyL5nMw6jUpuuz9aGdListen on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMzg5OTEwLnJzcw== More Episodes & Water Management Education:https://www.watertable.ag/the-podcast/
Best Clear System is a futuristic pool water recycling system that promises to help homeowners save thousands of gallons of water while keeping their pool filter effortlessly clean. There was a study conducted in 2010 by the California Urban Water Conservation Council looking at the ways water is lost in pools, including leaks, splash out, evaporation, and equipment operation. Filter backwashing was listed as one of the single largest wastes of water in pools. To learn more about how Best Clear System is making an impact on the water conservation front, we chat with Harold Tapley pool industry veteran and CEO of Aquos Pools. Viking Capital The pool builder financing program by Viking Capital is one of the best in the pool & spa industry. Support the show
As Boise is in the high desert, water is increasingly a precious resource. In 2021 Boise voters approved a 20-year $570M bond for water renewal, including a major focus on recycling wastewater. We interview Director of Public Works, Steve Burgos, and Communications Manager Natalie Monro, about how the bond referendum was approved, and how they have engaged the public to generate acceptance for keeping water local.ResourcesCity of Boise Climate Action RoadmapTV spot and article: City of Boise partners with local breweries to make beer from recycled waterArticle: Boise voters overwhelmingly pass sewer bondWords on Water podcast: Haley Falconer on Sustainability in BoiseStruvite production from Water Renewal Process
This company wants to help livestock producers go lagoon-free and capture more value from their waste.
Karen Schuett, Co-Founder and CEO of Livestock Water Recycling, joins us for #TechTuesday! Karen talks about the technology their system uses, the benefit of a system such as this on farms, and more.
John Gibney, vice president and general manager of Aqua Bio Technologies, returns to discuss some misconceptions about water recycling as well as updates to the equipment.
Earthkeepers: A Circlewood Podcast on Creation Care and Spirituality
In this episode we talk with Erika Alvarez and Johann Ruiz of Casa Adobe. Casa Adobe is an intentional community of people in Costa Rica working together to care for creation, build true relationships, and nurture their faith lives. At the heart of their values is their belief that environmental justice and social justice cannot be separated. Ecological Disciple blogBook giveaway: Want to be in a drawing to receive a copy of Victoria Loorz' book Church of the Wild? Leave a voice message telling us why YOU listen to the Earthkeepers podcast. Find the “We want to hear from you” button on the podcast website. Guests: Erika Alvarez - LinkedIn profile (in Spanish) Johann Ruiz Michelson Members of Casa Adobe—an intentional community in Santa Rosa, Costa Rica (map) Mentions: University of Costa Rica Rio Virilla (link in Spanish)—local river that's the focus of community programs Casa Adobe's mission statement 90% of Costa Rica's electricity is generated by renewables Keywords: intentional community, Santa Rosa, Costa Rica, Ruth Padilla DeBorst, mushroom farming, compost, faith community, water recycling
This month we take a closer look at desalination of brackish groundwater and/or seawater as a potential solution to augment water supply in the arid southwest. We are joined by Dr. Sam Fernald, Director of the New Mexico State University Water Resources Research Institute, and Dr. Pei Xu researcher and professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at New Mexico State University, who share their current research and thoughts on the future of this technology. Episode art courtesy of Pixabay.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider rating us and/or leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, Podcast Addict, or Podchaser Thanks!Follow us on Twitter @RainShinePodNever miss an episode! Sign up to get an email alert whenever a new episode publishes (http://eepurl.com/hRuJ5H)Have a suggestion for a future episode? Please tell us!Affiliate links:DOI Southwest CASC: https://www.swcasc.arizona.edu/USDA Southwest Climate Hub: https://www.climatehubs.usda.gov/hubs/southwestSustainable Southwest Beef Project: https://southwestbeef.org/
A lot of listeners, including Steve Held, want to know why Bay Area cities aren't investing more in desalination plants as a long term fix to our water problems. We're a state with 840 miles of coastline. Most of our big population areas are near the ocean. Why don't we have more desalination plants? In this episode, we'll also talk about wastewater recycling and water budgeting. Additional Reading: What Can Local Water Agencies Do to Boost Water Supply? (Transcript) Desalination's Future in California Is Clouded by Cost and Controversy KQED's Desalination archive Water Recycling Comes of Age in Silicon Valley Reported by Katrina Schwartz. Bay Curious is made by Olivia Allen-Price, Katrina Schwartz, Sebastian Miño-Bucheli and Brendan Willard. Additional support from Kevin Stark, Bianca Taylor, Erika Aguilar, Jessica Placzek, Kyana Moghadam, Isabeth Mendoza, Paul Lancour, Suzie Racho, Carly Severn, Ethan Lindsey, Vinnee Tong and Jenny Pritchett.
What's happening today: COVID case counts rising; Unvaccinated people are not following guidelines; PG&E to upgrade electric grid starting in Northern California to prevent fire; Fire update in Riverside; Senator Alex Padilla's farm bill; Waste water recycling technology could help save water for farmers. Support the show: https://support.laist.com/laistnav
Water recycling is one of the most important topics in urban water, and also one of the most difficult. Today we discuss why the engineering is sometimes the easy part, and how engaging with communities is where the real work of water recycling begins.
What makes America's stars and stripes so special? Plus, sewer water is key to solving the shortage of drinking water in El Paso, Texas. Then, after people get one of those DNA ancestry tests, they're more likely to call themselves “multiracial," and that worries researchers who study race and discrimination. Additionally, on today's show: domestic abuse starts with little acts of isolation called “coercive control,” dogs help scientists understand the secret lives of box turtles, and indigenous practices can improve Native American health.
Recorded onsight and Live at the Oilfield Water Markets 2021 Conference in Frisco, TX. Introduction Segment Details: Joseph Triepke Managing Partner of Oilfield Water Connection (conference organizer) and President of Infill Thinking, LLC. Case Study Segment Details: John Durand President & Chief Sustainability Officer and Chris Harich Chief Operating Officer at XRI CLICK HERE FOR HPE REGISTRATION WHITEPAPER LINK Music for the introduction was Written, Performed and Produced by Anthony "Wordsmith" Parker. To connect with him further click here. Voice Over for the introduction was Performed and Produced by Jessica Lewis. To connect with her further click here. Leave a Review Enjoy listening? Support the show by leaving a review in iTunes. Connect with OGGN Interested in Sponsoring? If you would like to get your company in front of our professional audience, please contact our Producer, Savannah Wilson. Check Out OGGN's New Shows! Journey to the Energy C-Suite | Energy Scale Ups Engage with Oil and Gas Global Network LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook | modalpoint | OGGN Street Team Facebook Group | LinkedIn Group Events on Deck: Get Modalpoint's Monthly Events Email Get Automatically Notified About Oil & Gas Events Once a Month Connect with Us Sean McCoy | LinkedIn| Oil and Gas Global Network Eric Johnson | LinkedIn
Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta.The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Janay Meisser Janay Meisser is a leader, she is a curious observer, and she is the Director of Innovation at UFA Co-operative Limited, an Alberta based farming cooperative that has been weaved into the fabric of Alberta for over a century. Janay is discovering technology that will enable the farm of the future, focused on Ag Technology that creates value for Alberta Producers. Janay is building and accelerating UFAs corporate innovation program in support of growth and diversification of industry in Alberta. UFA is quickly earing a voice in the Alberta innovation community, participating and acting as a moderator for panels of influencers during Ag innovation events. Karen Schuett As Co-founder and CEO of Livestock Water Recycling, the global leader of digitized manure treatment technology and named one of the Top Agtech Companies to watch in 2020 by Successful Farming magazine, Ms. Schuett oversees the integration between LWR’s overall corporate strategy and its focus on innovation. Karen has become a sought-after speaker within the agtech ecosystem. She has brought her message of lagoon free protein production to industry events across North America, the United Kingdom, and the Middle East where she sparked interest from the office of the Ministry of Climate Change & Agriculture in Dubai. In 2020 Karen was named one of the six most influential women in Canadian Agriculture for her vision of Lagoon free protein production and was selected to join Google’s first Google for Startups Accelerator for Women Founders. Most recently, LWR made the FoodTech 500 as the highest ranking Canadian agfoodtech company, claiming the 31 st spot. Please be sure to share this episode with everyone you know. If you are interested in being either a host, a guest, or a sponsor of the show, please reach out.We are published in Google Podcasts and the iTunes store for Apple Podcasts We would be grateful if you could give us a rating as it helps spread the word about the show. Show Summary This UFA sponsored episode has Janay Meisser chatting with Karen Schuett about something we don't spend much time thinking about. What exactly happens to water and cow manure on a farm? Well Karen has the environmental answer to that question and more. Show Quote: Credits... This Episode Sponsored By: UFA Co-operative Limited Episode Music: Tony Del Degan Creator & Producer: Al Del Degan System Engineering Sponsor: Kris Chase - Chase Telecom Inc.
On World Water Day, we talk water recycling with Stephen Katz, Market Development Manager at SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions. The company, which built the Suez Canal in the 1860s is a leader in water recycling, particularly in industrial settings but also, increasingly, to augment local drinking water supplies. More than 2.7 billion people around the world experience water scarcity each year and climate change, along with growing human and farm animal populations, stresses available freshwater, which accounts for only 3% of the water on the planet. Katz explains how SUEZ processes wastewater and post-industrial water to return potable supplies for human use. In Morro Bay, Calif., the company is replenishing groundwater supplies with water recovered from the city's wastewater treatment facility -- the program provides drinkable water and prevents land subsidence (sinking) due to depleted aquifers. Katz also discusses the growing interest in water as a tradable commodity and the potential for higher prices as regions compete to acquire drinking water and increase to their industrial output. The World Bank projects that water shortages could reduce global GDP by as much as 6% by 2050. Low-income countries, which currently use only 8% of their water supply for industrial purposes, compared to high-income countries' 59% will struggle to grow their economies because of water shortages. Water desalination, another SUEZ line of business, is an energy-intensive answer in some parts of the world, but recycling remains the most accessible option.
Join Erin Andrews as she chats with Karen Schuett who is the CEO of Livestock Water Recycling in Calgary, they are completely eliminating manure lagoons off of farms. It may sound like a smelly job but their technology transforms a massive pool of water and manure into 3 clean byproducts: solid fertilizer, liquid fertilizer, and potable water (that is so clean it could be drinkable)We'll chat about what farmers are currently doing, why it's bad, and how her technology not only reduces GHG emissions by 80%, but also increases crop yields and makes farmers a whole lot more money out of a waste stream that typically costs them a ton of money to manage. Her solution to a typically damaging industry is truly mind-blowing, and people working in the agriculture industry must be included in out circular economy conversations.Connect with Livestock Water Recycling:Website: https://www.livestockwaterrecycling.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LWR_IncFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LWRincInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lwr_inc/If you'd like to learn more about Impact Zero visit our website https://www.impactzero.ca/Support the show (https://impactzero.ca/donate)
SPONSORED BY: Aqua Bio Technologies. On this episode of Wash Talk, John Gibney of Aqua Bio Technologies discusses water recycling systems and their maintenance and introduces some new products from Aqua Bio Technologies.
After the pandemic, what else can we make work better? Here are some dumb things to start with. We flush fresh water down our toilets. We throw out perfectly edible food by the tonne.
After the pandemic, what else can we make work better? Here are some dumb things to start with. We flush fresh water down our toilets. We throw out perfectly edible food by the tonne.
Parts of Australia are in the grip of one of the worst droughts in decades and water security is a key issue. While Sydney is about to go onto level 2 water restrictions, some towns like Cobar, Armidale and Stanthorpe are close to running out of water altogether. Is the answer water recycling?
How does water recycling keep astronauts alive in the International Space Station? Will humans ever colonise Mars? Does extra-terrestrial life exist? Former Japanese astronaut Naoko Yamazaki joins as a special guest in this latest podcast to answer some of life’s greatest questions.Support the show (https://www.braveblue.world/)
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Dr. Ladner had a chance to talk with Layne Carter from NASA recently. During his 28 years at NASA, Mr. Carter has worked on the development, design, delivery, and operation of the ISS Water Recovery System (WRS), which includes the Water Processor Assembly (WPA) and Urine Processor Assembly (UPA). His current role is the ISS Water Subsystem Manager, for which he is responsible for the ongoing operation of the water management and WRS on ISS. In addition, he is the co-Lead for NASA's Advanced Exploration Systems (AES) Wastewater Processing and Water Management team, which has the responsibility for developing the technologies to be used for NASA's future manned missions. On this episode, you will learn, 1. How urine is recycled so astronauts can drink it. Yes, drink it. 2. How the Russians are helping with the Station's overall water balance, and 3. How urine brittle, not to be confused with peanut brittle, was a problem NASA had to overcome.
In this episode Brian & Jay sit down and chat with the man of wild waters, Mr. Drew Gregory. We talk river fishing. We talk Z Man baits. We talk about Drew's Guiding service. We talk all things Hooked On Wild Waters. This is an Episode you won't want to MISS!!!!! Drew's Website- https://hookedonwildwaters.com Website- paddlenfin.com Instagram & Facebook- @ paddlenfin email- paddlenfin@gmail.com For all your Kayaking Needs- rocktownadventures.com Brian's Facebook, Instagram, Twitter- @slydogfishing Jay's Facebook & Instagram- @jay.randall.kayakangler Send Used Plastics for Hero's on the Water Recycling program to 34 Pheasant Court Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Joined by Chris Austin of Maven's Notebook, The Water Zone takes a look at recent water news from the Metropolitan Water District in drawing down water levels in Lake Mead, the California State Water Resources Board on urban water conservation, and whether California desalination could be a key to Arizona's water solution. Thomas Kunetz of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago also joins the program to discuss the city's water infrastructure, education programs and water treatment issues and successes. (Podcast recorded on January 10, 2019)
The U.S. can no longer afford to ignore sewage as a source of drinking water, scientists argue. David Biello reports
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The recycling revolution and the whereabouts of our waste are hot topics this week as David Butler describes a new technique for recycling water, Rebecca Weymouth lifts the lid on what happens to our domestic waste, Peter Barham reveals why plastic is so difficult to recycle, and Richard Thompson discusses how waste plastic threatens the environment. In Kitchen Science Derek turns old chip oil into biodiesel, and from making fuel to running on empty, Anna Lacey asks Andrew Prentice how humans cope with famine. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
The recycling revolution and the whereabouts of our waste are hot topics this week as David Butler describes a new technique for recycling water, Rebecca Weymouth lifts the lid on what happens to our domestic waste, Peter Barham reveals why plastic is so difficult to recycle, and Richard Thompson discusses how waste plastic threatens the environment. In Kitchen Science Derek turns old chip oil into biodiesel, and from making fuel to running on empty, Anna Lacey asks Andrew Prentice how humans cope with famine. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists