Podcasts about water use

In today's episode we're focusing on water that's used by businesses, which makes up 30% of all the water that's supplied in England. Join Sarah McMath, CEO of MOSl as we explore the challenges of needing to deliver an extra 5 billion litres of water each day into supply by 2050 and the opportunities - and challenges - presented by commercial water demand.We explore...Smart metering for business customers and the current lack of data to understand how much water they're using - and when.News that Amazon, Microsoft and Google are planning to build hundreds of data centres across the globe, including in areas of water scarcity.The opportunities to bring more diverse voices into the water sector to help tackle some of the challenges it faces over the next 10 years.Planet Possible is supported by BMA, Mackley and MWH Treatment Credits Presented & Produced by Niki RoachExecutive Producer Andy Taylor - Bwlb LimitedWith thanks to Alastair ChisholmHonorary Executive Producer Jane Boland

In this mini edition of Waterfall, Cath is joined by Craig Foster, the CEO of Ondotech, and Sasha Baigent, Innovation Lead at Southern Water, to discuss Leakbot, an exciting new technology designed to combat leaks in both residential and commercial properties. The full length edition of this episode was originally released on 24/11/2023.

We've got three absolutely corking listener questions on the show this week, including one from the wonderful Gillian Burke! We're answering: A South Korean motorway has a solar panel-covered bike lane in its central reservation - can we do this in the UK? How much water and waste accumulates at airport security, and can we reduce it? What's the env. impact of the north sea oil tanker crash, and how do we clean jet fuel/nurdles out of the ocean?   Get in touch We're on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. Send us your Listener Questions and weekly One Good Thing For The Planet. Support the show: Help us cover our running costs with a donation through Ko-fi. Organic cotton FWIE tees & merch  & subscribe so you never miss an episode! For What It's Earth is hosted and produced by Emma Brisdion and Sophie Pavelle, and edited and mixed by Mark Skinner (2024).

The S.S. Water Supply Corp. in eastern and central Wilson County has implemented restrictions for outdoor water use this week, as two of the corporation's wells that serve the Ranch Country area off U.S. 87 near La Vernia are out of service as new well construction is underway, and the backup well needs emergency maintenance. “This is in effect for a week, but we should — hopefully — be able to lift this restriction sooner if everything goes well,” General Manager Carlos Febus told the Wilson County News Monday, as backup well repairs commenced. Work is anticipated to be completed...Article Link

Members of the S.S. Water Supply Corp. in eastern and central Wilson County are advised to limit water use to human and livestock use only this week; outdoor use for landscape watering, filling pools, and similar uses is prohibited. That's because two of the corporation's wells that serve the Ranch Country area off U.S. 87 near La Vernia are out of service as new well construction is underway, and the backup well needs emergency maintenance. Repairs to the backup well began today, March 24; the corporation expects work to be completed by this Friday, March 28. Lawn irrigation, pool filling,...Article Link

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Jerry spoke to Cian Prendiville of People Before Profit, who ran for the party in Kerry in last November's general election, about the Irish Independent’s report that households could face charges for excessive water use this year.

Prescott's Mayor Goode, in his March 1 letter, discusses water use, conservation, and management, both locally and at the state level, including advocating for sustainable policies and responsible growth during his time on the City Council and as Mayor of Prescott. Water Use and Conservation During my seven-plus years on City Council, including two terms as your Mayor, I have taken on many important issues in support of the community. One constant for me has been water use, conservation, and management for Prescott and our entire region. I believe that how we manage our water supply today will have an... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescotts-mayor-goode-addresses-water-conservation/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

In this episode, we're drilling into something that's arguably under-discussed: How to make IT itself more sustainable through the life cycle of its products. We'll be talking about how we can build sustainability into our products and why it's important to think about sustainability at every step of the product life cycle, with Karim Abou Zahab, principal technologist for sustainable transformation at HPE's Living Progress organisation.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. About this week's guest, Karim Abou Zahab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-abouzahab/?originalSubdomain=es Sources cited in this week's episode:IAEA stats on data centre energy usage: https://www.iea.org/energy-system/buildings/data-centres-and-data-transmission-networksEV lifespan report: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41560-024-01698-1

In this episode, we're drilling into something that's arguably under-discussed: How to make IT itself more sustainable through the life cycle of its products. We'll be talking about how we can build sustainability into our products and why it's important to think about sustainability at every step of the product life cycle, with Karim Abou Zahab, principal technologist for sustainable transformation at HPE's Living Progress organisation.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. About this week's guest, Karim Abou Zahab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-abouzahab/?originalSubdomain=es Sources cited in this week's episode:IAEA stats on data centre energy usage: https://www.iea.org/energy-system/buildings/data-centres-and-data-transmission-networksEV lifespan report: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41560-024-01698-1

In this episode, we're drilling into something that's arguably under-discussed: How to make IT itself more sustainable through the life cycle of its products. We'll be talking about how we can build sustainability into our products and why it's important to think about sustainability at every step of the product life cycle, with Karim Abou Zahab, principal technologist for sustainable transformation at HPE's Living Progress organisation.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. About this week's guest, Karim Abou Zahab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-abouzahab/?originalSubdomain=es Sources cited in this week's episode:IAEA stats on data centre energy usage: https://www.iea.org/energy-system/buildings/data-centres-and-data-transmission-networksEV lifespan report: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41560-024-01698-1

If you thought Three Waters was a dog, how are you feeling now, with the news out today that the Christchurch City Council is looking at going all user pays on it when it comes to water? And this isn't strictly a conversation about Christchurch. It's a conversation about your philosophical position when it comes to water – something essential to all of us. And I'd be dead against charging people on the basis of how many litres of water they use. So the council is considering changing the way it charges those of us who live in Christchurch for water from being part of our rates bill to it being completely user pays. The more water you use, the more you pay. And I'm not a fan because, when it comes to something as basic as water, I think it's unfair to go completely user pays. Just because you might use a lot of water, it doesn't mean you can afford to pay more for it. And you might be thinking ‘well, what about electricity? What you pay for power is based on how much you use?' And I'd say fair point, but the horse has already bolted when it comes to electricity. It doesn't mean we should do the same with water. So the council's thinking about making this change as a result of the Government's water reforms – which it calls “Local Water Done Well”. And is its alternative to Labour's ill-fated three waters reforms, which were all about taking responsibility for water off the councils. It wanted to take the water assets off council hands too. So the Government's told councils that it's not taking over but it's still going to tell them what to do. Which means Christchurch is grappling with how it's going to deliver what the government wants. Which is essentially deciding whether it's going to keep running water services in-house, or whether it's going to set up a whole new entity to run water. The other question facing the council is how it charges for water. And it's a simple decision the council has to make. Does it keep doing it the way its always done it? Where water is part of your rates bill. Or does it go all user-pays on it and charge people for water depending on how much they use. Now before we go any further, let's forget about the fact that not every property in Christchurch has its own water meter. Because what we're talking about here is the philosophical debate as to whether water should be an outright transaction, where we pay for what we use, or whether we should all be sharing the load a bit more. Sure, if you live on your own in an expensive part of town, then you're going to effectively pay more for your water than someone in another part of town who's property might not be worth as much as yours. But that seems fair to me. Because why should someone who doesn't live in an expensive part of town but has, say, three or four kids and, because of that, uses a truckload more water than the person living on their own in Fendalton, be forced to pay more? The answer is, they shouldn't. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hays Post Reporter Cristina Janney chats with Grow Hays Executive Director Doug Williams about water use in business growth. Listen Here

Almonds and pistachios are native to arid climates and are drought tolerant tree species. In California however, the high cost of production and land value pushes growers to maximize yields, which means trying to meet the full evaporative demand (though many growers apply much less water than this!)This is not the strategy everywhere, however, even in other areas that also have high production costs. In this episode, Phoebe discusses almond production in the Iberian Penninsula with Sebastian Saa, pistachio production in Sicily with Giulia Marino, and pistachio production in Iran and Afghanistan with Louise Ferguson. Come to an upcoming extension meeting!Sacramento Valley San Joaquin Valley (scroll to the bottom) The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service.Follow us on Twitter! @SacOrchards and @SJVtandvThank you to the Almond, Pistachio, Prune, and Walnut Boards of California for their kind donations. Thank you to Muriel Gordon for the music.

Good sustainable ag practices and carefully-collected data won't make it rain more. But they will help you make the most out of every drop. And in Northwest Texas, they know a thing or two about making due with limited rainfall. So on this episode, we're talking to Precision Ag Lead Ky Houchin from the Nutrien Ag Solutions South Plains Division about how growers in the Lubbock area are tracking their water use and inputs to maximize their yields in a climate with less than 20 inches of rain a year. We'll also discuss how data-driven decisions can enhance crop yields and sustainability, the hurdles that some growers encounter in adopting new practices, and the critical role of water quality and nutrient management in achieving sustainable outcomes.

Mayor Palmer introduces the City's new resident water usage dashboard, talks more about the athletic complex idea and proposed land swaps, and we touch on the Yeti Hunt, Yeti Run registration, and an upcoming blood drive.

The fires are continuing to burn in LA and the winds are picking up today. Moco and PG county are no longer under essential water use. OVI is closing in on the goals record. He only needs 22 to score.   Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week:The Thought ShowerLet's Get WeirdCrisis on Infinite Podcasts

We're back with more bonus content to get you through the holidays! Join season two, episode 5 guest, Dr. Soe Myint, as he explores his research on remote water sensing issues and solutions in his Blue Bag Lunch and Learn presentation from March 2023. As the climate becomes more unpredictable, Dr. Myint explores behaviors and strategies for building climate resilience.  Listen along as Dr. Myint shares his findings...  Introducing the Research: Dr. Myint outlines his presentation on several key research areas. (04:17)  Examining Ecosystem Health and Sustainability of Coastal Environments: How mangrove forestation declines affect carbon sequestration in coastal regions. (05:21)  Ground and Surface Water Changes: Explore the dynamics influencing water changes in Canada. (10:23)  Social Inequity and Environmental Justice: Dr. Myint's studies reveal socioeconomic disparities in climate effect alleviation. (17:33)  Water Use and Drought in the Lower Mekong Basin: Explore annual water use variations across several climates and elevations in the region. (26:53)  Agriculture vs. Water Conservation: Which crops are most susceptible to drought, and what practices can be used to mitigate water consumption in agriculture? (30:45)  Spatial Optimization Model to Confront the Trade-off Between Water Conservation and Heat Alleviation: This NASA funded project explores the relationship between heat alleviation and green infrastructure in relation to water consumption. (35:35)  Sign up for our newsletter and look for more bonus content as we take a brief season hiatus! We'll be back in February with fresh content, so follow us on social media and stay tuned!  Episode Links and Resources:  Full Presentation Recording  Blue Bag Lunch & Learn Playlist  Dr. Myint's Texas State University Faculty Profile  Join our newsletter for updates, bonus content, and audience polls!    Theme song:   Syzygy by Robert E. Mace    We want to thank pixabay.com for providing the sound effects. 

With agricultural overuse and drought draining aquifers in Arizona, the state is suing Saudi Arabia-based Fondomonte, and the USDA's monthly wheat outlook shows a jump in export forecasts thanks to weaker exports from Russia and the EU.

Despite its importance to both agricultural and environmental outcomes, irrigation has not been a terribly successful subsection of agtech. We have our theories about why that is (we wrote a whole report about it, The agtech adoption dilemma: Irrigation), and many others have also spotted the challenges in this space. But when Jairo Trad and his team dug in, they saw an opportunity for business model innovation. Their path, via Argentinian agtech company Kilimo, has been far from smooth, but where they've ended up seems to be a unique unlock for adoption and value capture. This week, we're sitting down with Jairo, CEO and Cofounder at Kilimo, who's spent the last 14 years expanding the boundaries of the ag-water system to find the right answer to the question “who pays for water efficiency improvements.” For more information and resources, visit our website. The information in this post is not investment advice or a recommendation to invest. It is general information only and does not take into account your investment objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making an investment decision you should read the information memorandum and seek financial advice from a professional financial adviser. Whilst we believe Information is correct, no warranty of accuracy, reliability or completeness.

How can drip irrigation help farmers conserve water and improve crop health? In this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael chats with Anthony Tasselli, the Technical Sales Manager for Toro Ag. With over ten years of experience in irrigation system design and project management, Anthony brings a wealth of knowledge on drip irrigation systems, including the use of filters, valves, and automation products. He is dedicated to helping farmers increase efficiency and reduce water use through sustainable irrigation practices. Tune in as Anthony shares his insights into the benefits of micro irrigation, the latest innovations in automation, and practical advice for tackling common issues like salt buildup in irrigation systems. Episode Highlights: Irrigation Beginnings: What inspired Anthony to pursue a career in irrigation? [1:02] Micro Irrigation Basics: What is micro irrigation, and how can it benefit farmers? [7:16] California's Drip Irrigation: What portion of California's agriculture relies on drip irrigation? [12:36] Automation Advances: How has Toro innovated in irrigation automation? [17:18] Addressing Salt Buildup: What tips does Anthony have for managing salt buildup? [21:53] Future of Irrigation: What are the newest developments in sustainable irrigation? [27:58] Understanding SDI: What is subsurface drip irrigation (SDI), and why is it important? [33:25] Don't miss this episode as Anthony Tasselli dives into the world of drip irrigation and shares strategies for more efficient water management on the farm. About the Guest: Anthony Tasselli is the Technical Sales Manager at Toro Ag, where he provides essential support to farmers and dealers for drip irrigation solutions. With a background in system design and technical support, Anthony is passionate about empowering farmers with sustainable irrigation practices. When he's not working, Anthony enjoys outdoor adventures with his family in Raleigh, North Carolina. Connect with Toro Ag: Website: Toro Ag Instagram: Follow on Instagram Facebook: Like on Facebook   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor, Farm on Central! It may feel early, but spring garden planning season is just around the corner! At The Farm on Central, pre-order your favorite varieties now to ensure they're ready when planting season arrives. Explore over a dozen new options this year—including willows, elderberries, blackberries, garlic, and turmeric, with even more added daily! Cuttings ship in February, while rooted plants arrive in mid-spring. Get a jump on your dream garden and secure your spring selections now at shop.FarmonCentral.com.

In this episode of *Art Heals All Wounds*, I sit down with Jimmy Ramirez, an artist and high school teacher from Oakley, California. We talk about Jimmy's film Above Ground, which delves into the ways that streams and creeks in Oakland have been ‘entombed' in culverts in Oakland, California. We also discuss re-imagining our relationship to water.**Key Topics Discussed:** 1. **Discovery of Hidden Waterways**:   - My personal experience of discovering the hidden Providence River during my college years in Providence, Rhode Island, drawing a parallel to the hidden creeks of Oakland. 2. **Jimmy's Film "Above Ground"**:   - The film explores how Oakland has buried many of its natural waterways under concrete, a practice known as "entombing." This impacts local ecosystems previously supporting species like salmon and trout. 3. **Personal Connection to Peralta Creek**:   - Jimmy discusses his family's history with Peralta Creek in Fruitvale, Oakland, emphasizing how urban development has drastically altered the waterway. 4. **Impact of Water Management Practices**:   - Water management practices designed to prevent flooding have dried out natural water bodies despite heavy rainfalls, disrupting ecological balance. 5. **Historical Decisions and Urban Planning**:   - The conversation addresses the historical decisions to bury natural waterways and how early urban planning overlooked long-term environmental impacts. 6. **Environmental and Mental Health Implications**:   - We discuss the concept of "slow violence" where the lack of natural elements in urban areas contributes to mental health issues and community stress. 7. **Neighborhood Disparities**:   - Disparities between wealthier neighborhoods with more greenery and lower-income areas in Oakland are highlighted, showing the uneven distribution of environmental resources. 8. **Community Initiatives and Successes**:   - Some residents have successfully removed culverts to restore natural water flow, though legal ambiguities persist. 9. **Government and Political Dynamics**:   - Oakland officials have shown interest in Jimmy's film to raise awareness about these environmental issues, and the conversation touches on the politicized nature of water management in California. 10. **Reimagining Water Use**:    - Jimmy advocates for a collectivist approach to water systems, inspired by indigenous wisdom, contrasting America's individualistic mindset. 11. **Challenges and Resistance**:    - Addressing restrictive regulations around rainwater collection and gray water reuse, and how contractors are now more conscious about concreting over backyards. 12. **Future Projects and Art's Role**:    - Jimmy discusses future projects and the significance of art in processing climate grief and inspiring change. He also expresses gratitude for support from the California Arts Council. **Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement:**Don't forget to go to my website and leave me YOUR story of belonging to feature on a future episode!Buy Me a Coffee!Follow Jimmy! InstagramLinkedInFollow Me!●      My Instagram&

In this episode, we discuss challenges and opportunities in residential water use and efficiency. Our expert guest, Andrew D. Morris, Senior Manager of Policy & Programs with the Alliance For Water Efficiency, shares how water consumption in single-family and multi-family homes has evolved over the years, including a 15% decrease in indoor water use between 1999 and 2016 driven by state-level fixture standards and federal appliance regulations. Andrew provides a vision for future areas of improvement, including right-sizing premise plumbing and water heater systems, meter sizing and sewer capacity certifications, and utility-side adjustments to connection-related fees and policies. Related Links:The Alliance for Water Efficiency is a membership-based nonprofit of utilities, industry, government bodies, researchers, and academia dedicated to water efficiency in North America. 

We welcome back Dr. Keith Schneider for a discussion on post-harvest water use. Dr. Schneider shares strategies to keep produce safe.  Tune in to hear about: - Why harvest and postharvest water quality is important - How cross-contamination can occur  - Which mitigation strategies are effective - The use of sanitizers and their role in growing safe produce  Learn more on our website: https://foginfo.org/food-safety-for-producers/ For the latest news on FSMA, visit the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Website: https://www.fda.gov/food/guidance-regulation-food-and-dietary-supplements/food-safety-modernization-act-fsma Support the showWe hope you enjoyed the episode! Please help us continue to produce more valuable content by subscribing to our Fresh Take Podcast Series! Subscribe here SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY- Learn more about the many benefits of becoming a Sponsor of Florida Organic Growers! Your contribution will not only help to advance an organic and sustainable future but gain brand awareness through our growing audience. If you are interested, click here

In today's episode, we sit down with Lucy Penn Kerhoulas, an Associate Professor in the Department of Forestry, Fire, and Rangeland Management at Cal Poly Humboldt. As a tree physiologist, Lucy is interested in many aspects of forests – and she uses diverse methods to ​​improve her understanding of these inspiring and vital ecosystems. Focusing on the coniferous forests of the western U.S., Lucy gathers information with tree climbing, gas exchange measurements, water potential measurements, stable isotopes of water and wood, dendrochronology, and plot-level descriptive data. With this research, she is on a mission to discover how water use and carbon storage impact forest systems, and much more… Click play to learn about: The types of human activities that impact forest ecosystems.  How restoration treatments influence water availability to the trees left behind from thinning efforts.  How water is shared across species in a forest.  The ways that trees respond to drought.  To follow along with Lucy on her academic journey, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

In this conversation, we dive into the fascinating world of forest physiology with Lucy Penn Kerhoulas, an Associate Professor in the Department of Forestry, Fire, and Rangeland Management at Cal Poly Humboldt.  How do trees and forests use water? How does human activity affect these crucial ecosystems? Lucy joins us to explain… Jump in to explore: Restoration efforts to improve redwood forests in Northern California.  Why fuel reduction is so important to reduce fire hazards.  How humans affect water accessibility for forest environments. Different diseases that cause trees to die.  Lucy gathers information on the coniferous forests of the western U.S. using various methods. From tree climbing to measuring gas exchange and stable isotopes of wood, she is dedicated to discovering how water use and carbon storage impact forest systems – and how to preserve these vital ecosystems for generations to come. Want to learn more about Lucy and her research? Click here to follow along! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

In this episode, we are looking at improving the energy efficiency and sustainability of our computer workloads by shifting them around the world in real-time - something called ‘geo-distribution'.The idea involves looking at real time global energy production- ideally from renewable sources - and a load of other factors including weather, water tables and more. By comparing these factors as well as compute availability and the lag between data source and data center, you can find the most sustainable locations to perform a task. Ideally, shifting the workloads so quickly that the user doesn't even know it's happening. To tell us more we're joined this week by Cullen Bash, Vice President, Research & Development at HPE, who leads the Systems Architecture Lab at Hewlett Packard Labs.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. Do you have a question for the expert? Ask it here using this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vzFNnPa94awARHMA About this week's guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cullen-bash/ Sources and statistics cited in this episode: IEA report on data centre energy usage: https://iea.blob.core.windows.net/assets/6b2fd954-2017-408e-bf08-952fdd62118a/Electricity2024-Analysisandforecastto2026.pdfING research into data centre water use: https://think.ing.com/articles/data-centres-growth-in-water-consumption-needs-more-attention/Brain-on-chip robot: https://h.xinhuaxmt.com/vh512/share/12076644?d=134d8f3&channel=weixin (in Mandarin)English language story: https://www.sciencefocus.com/news/this-robot-is-controlled-by-a-human-brain-in-a-jar

In this episode, we are looking at improving the energy efficiency and sustainability of our computer workloads by shifting them around the world in real-time - something called ‘geo-distribution'.The idea involves looking at real time global energy production- ideally from renewable sources - and a load of other factors including weather, water tables and more. By comparing these factors as well as compute availability and the lag between data source and data center, you can find the most sustainable locations to perform a task. Ideally, shifting the workloads so quickly that the user doesn't even know it's happening. To tell us more we're joined this week by Cullen Bash, Vice President, Research & Development at HPE, who leads the Systems Architecture Lab at Hewlett Packard Labs.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. Do you have a question for the expert? Ask it here using this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vzFNnPa94awARHMA About this week's guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cullen-bash/ Sources and statistics cited in this episode: IEA report on data centre energy usage: https://iea.blob.core.windows.net/assets/6b2fd954-2017-408e-bf08-952fdd62118a/Electricity2024-Analysisandforecastto2026.pdfING research into data centre water use: https://think.ing.com/articles/data-centres-growth-in-water-consumption-needs-more-attention/Brain-on-chip robot: https://h.xinhuaxmt.com/vh512/share/12076644?d=134d8f3&channel=weixin (in Mandarin)English language story: https://www.sciencefocus.com/news/this-robot-is-controlled-by-a-human-brain-in-a-jar

In this episode, we are looking at improving the energy efficiency and sustainability of our computer workloads by shifting them around the world in real-time - something called ‘geo-distribution'.The idea involves looking at real time global energy production- ideally from renewable sources - and a load of other factors including weather, water tables and more. By comparing these factors as well as compute availability and the lag between data source and data center, you can find the most sustainable locations to perform a task. Ideally, shifting the workloads so quickly that the user doesn't even know it's happening. To tell us more we're joined this week by Cullen Bash, Vice President, Research & Development at HPE, who leads the Systems Architecture Lab at Hewlett Packard Labs.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week we look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations and what we can learn from it. Do you have a question for the expert? Ask it here using this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vzFNnPa94awARHMA About this week's guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cullen-bash/ Sources and statistics cited in this episode: IEA report on data centre energy usage: https://iea.blob.core.windows.net/assets/6b2fd954-2017-408e-bf08-952fdd62118a/Electricity2024-Analysisandforecastto2026.pdfING research into data centre water use: https://think.ing.com/articles/data-centres-growth-in-water-consumption-needs-more-attention/Brain-on-chip robot: https://h.xinhuaxmt.com/vh512/share/12076644?d=134d8f3&channel=weixin (in Mandarin)English language story: https://www.sciencefocus.com/news/this-robot-is-controlled-by-a-human-brain-in-a-jar

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago President Kari K. Steele joins Lisa Dent to explain why Chicago-area residents are being asked to reduce their water usage, as heavy rain from remnants from Hurricane Beryl hits the area for the next few days. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow […]

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With hot, dry conditions forecast in the months ahead, utilizing water efficient practices in your yard can provide major benefits. Though the Southwest climate makes saving water difficult, a rain garden can help lower your water bills, reduce water waste and mitigate flooding. By Connor Shreve.  Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/maximize-water-use-with-rain-garden  This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Serious Texas BBQ.  Support the Show.

Mike & Karen are joined by Defra's Head of Water Efficiency and Demand Management, Katie Smith, for a detailed discussion of Defra's plans to help everyone save water.    Get in touch with the show with any of your questions or comments: podcast@ccwater.org.uk   Timestamps   0:00 - Introductions  1:08 - Tony V's toilet trouble from back in the 1970s  4:05 - Katie joins the podcast and discusses her role at Defra 6:12 - Actions that the government want to implement to help the public reduce their water use 8:25 - Why has it taken so long for reduction targets to be established? 9:40 - The role of the non-household market in reducing water use 12:57 - The ongoing issues of leaking toilets  14:00 - The continual mystery of dual flush toilet buttons 17:23 - Mythbusting about the Defra's targets for households and business customers  25:25 - Defra's view on smart metering  28:17 - Katie's water saving tips  31:00 - Shower song recommendations    Show notes CCW's water meter calculator

The bathhouse is an iconic feature of the medieval middle eastern city up until the present. But how did this come to be? In this episode we look into the origins of bathing culture in the Middle East by going back to the Roman, late antique and early Islamic development of bathhouses. Speakers: Nathalie de Haan and Sadi Maréchal. Interviewer: Edmund Hayes. Nathalie de Haan is an associate professor in ancient history at Radboud University, Department of History, Art History and Classics and RICH (Radboud Institute for Culture &History). She is the coordinator of the RICH research group The Ancient World. Her research interest include baths and bathing in the Roman world, Pompeii and Herculaneum and the history of classical archaeology in modern Italy (19th and 20th centuries). Sadi Maréchal is senior postdoctoral researcher of the Research Foundation Flanders (FWO) based at the department of Archaeology at Ghent University, part of the Historical Archaeology Research Group, the Mediterranean Archaeology Research Unit and coordinator of the Ghent Centre for Late Antiquity. This episode was produced by Edmund Hayes and Jouke Heringa. Further Reading Nathalie de Haan & Kurt Wallat, Die Zentralthermen (Terme Centrali) in Pompeji: Archäologie eines Bauprojektes, Papers of the Royal Netherlands Institute in Rome, 71 (Rome: Quasar, 2023). (see: https://edizioniquasar.it/products/die-zentralthermen-terme-centrali-in-pompeji-archaologie-eines-bauprojektes) Nathalie de Haan “Si aquae copia patiatur. Pompeian Private Baths and the Use of Water”, Chapter 4, in A.O. Koloski-Ostrow (ed.), Water Use and Hydraulics in the Roman City, Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company (Archaeological Institute of America, Colloquia and Conference Papers, Vol. 3, 2001) Sadi Maréchal, Public Baths and Bathing Habits in Late Antiquity. A Study of the Evidence from Italy, North Africa and Palestine A.D. 285–700 (Late Antique Archaeology Supplementary Series 6), Leiden: Brill 2020. Sadi Maréchal, Washing the Body, Cleaning the Soul : Baths and Bathing Habits in a Christianising Society, Antiquité Tardive 28 (2020): 167–176. F. Yegül, Bathing in the Roman World (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2010). Edmund Hayes twitter.com/Hedhayes20 https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmund-hayes-490913211/ https://leidenuniv.academia.edu/EdmundHayes https://hcommons.org/members/ephayes/ Abbasid History Podcast is sponspored by IHRC Bookshop Listeners get a 15% discount on all purchases online and in-store.  Visit IHRC bookshop at shop.ihrc.org and use discount code AHP15 at checkout.  Terms and conditions apply. Contact IHRC bookshop for details. https://linktr.ee/abbasidhistorypodcast  

The Smith River is a crown jewel of Montana’s natural splendor, but a proposed copper mine at its headwaters in central Montana has many people worried about negative impacts to the river’s pristine waters. After years of litigation, the state Supreme Court approved a mine permit for the operation in February.  But, environmental groups also took the state to court over the mine company’s water permit — a key regulatory hurdle for mine construction and operation to commence.  On March 29, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Missoula over the mine as part of the court’s annual visit to the law school at University of Montana.  There’s no decision yet but a decision either way will set precedent in Montana and could have wide-ranging effects.  Billings Gazette Reporter Brett French has covered the mine extensively for years. But with me today is Joshua Murdock, outdoors and natural resources reporter at the Missoulian, who reported in person on the oral arguments before the Supreme Court.  

It's just been announced that the Division of Water Rights will be sending Notices of Violation in the next few weeks for those who have not submitted the annual reports or statements. Those were due before February 1.

Lawyers argued before the Montana Supreme Court Friday in a case that could determine the future of the proposed Black Butte Copper Mine in Central Montana.

Also in the news: Two wrongfully accused men freed after named in 194 murder case; Man faces child neglect charges after 20-month-old child found wondering apartment building; First blue-spotted salamander found in Kane County and more.

Also in the news: Two wrongfully accused men freed after named in 194 murder case; Man faces child neglect charges after 20-month-old child found wondering apartment building; First blue-spotted salamander found in Kane County and more.

Many farmers across our region grow alfalfa - which is dried into hay and fed to beef and dairy cattle. But it requires a lot more water than most crops. Now, researchers are working on new technologies to reduce the amount farmers use. Still, some say allowing them to grow such a thirsty crop in the arid west is the problem.

On this episode, Helena Agri-Enterprises' Austin Anderson discusses the company's Resgenix water-use management tool, and Matt Dolch tells us about the latest corn offering from Syngenta's NK Seeds unit. In “The Dirt with Nutrien,” we revisit Senior Agronomist Mike's Howell's discussion about field drainage strategies, in our “Meat Monitor” segment we learn about U.S. Meat Export Federation efforts to sell Mexican buyers on U.S. pork cuts and in “Bushels and Cents,” Ray Bohacz stresses the importance of fuel lubricity additives for diesel engines. The episode also features the music of Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist Austin McKedy. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 5:54 Austin Anderson, Helena Agri-Enterprises 6:13 Matt Dolch, NK Seeds: 10:05 Mike Howell, Nutrien: 11:38 Lorenzo Elizalde, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 19:58 Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 22:33 Austin McKedy: 24:06

Dr Peter Johnston is a climate scientist at the University of Cape Town and a member of CT's Climate System Analysis Group and he brings an update on the current status of Cape Town's water levels, water usage, water-saving policies and water infrastructure improvements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr. Noreen Michael, Hilary Lohmann, Leia LaPlace, Nate Kelly, Dr. Laverne Ragster and Gloria Callwood are in conversation about how the U.S. Virgin Islands demonstration projects have evolved and will continue to develop. They discuss the priorities identified in the 2022 Walkability SUMMIT, the role of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources, and the Comprehensive Land and Water Use plan. This episode references the article titled “Program Infrastructure the Key to Success: A Pilot Crosswalk Installation to Promote Walkability, Pedestrian Safety, and Physical Activity in the U.S. Virgin Islands” by Desiree Terese Ross, BS, Haley L. Cash, PhD, MPH, John Orr, BS, and Mark Fenton, MS. To check out some of the visualizations, check out https://www.planusvi.com/.

In the dynamic world of crop production, staying ahead means understanding not just the 'how' but the 'why' behind effective agronomics. And that's exactly what we're unpacking in this episode. Foliar nutrition is more than just a trend; it's a pivotal part of modern agriculture, offering targeted, efficient, and quick nutrient delivery to your crops. We'll explore the science behind foliar feeding, how it complements traditional soil nutrition, its role in maximizing crop health and yield.  how folier applied nutrition can help plants in drought conditions To help us understand this we have two experts: Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Yara North America's Director of Agronomy and Delaine Madziak, Regional Market Development Manager for Western Canada.  They are going to relate real-world case studies, and practical tips that you, as a grower or agronomist, can apply in your fields.

No, despite what you might have heard recently, Bitcoin transactions do not consume a swimming pool of water. Noelle Acheson dives into the fallacy, and points out that poor research is not the only culprit here.Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.For today's featured story, Noelle Acheson reads her piece written for CoinDesk, titled: “Why Are People Spreading Falsehoods About Bitcoin's Water Use?”-From our sponsors:CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.Disclaimer:This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.-Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.-This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No, despite what you might have heard recently, Bitcoin transactions do not consume a swimming pool of water. Noelle Acheson dives into the fallacy, and points out that poor research is not the only culprit here.Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.For today's featured story, Noelle Acheson reads her piece written for CoinDesk, titled: “Why Are People Spreading Falsehoods About Bitcoin's Water Use?”-From our sponsors:CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.Disclaimer:This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.-Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.-This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Earlier this year, the Biden administration announced a historic deal to use Inflation Reduction Act cash to conserve nearly a billion gallons of water from the shrinking Colorado River through 2026. But a POLITICO investigation found that the federal money is driving up the payments for farmers and tribes to forego some of their water rights – and could make any long-term agreement to save the West's most important river far more expensive. POLITICO's Annie Snider breaks down exactly how the IRA is raising the conservation price tag. Plus, a new report from the United Nations says countries need to make deep emission cuts this decade in order to achieve the goals set under the Paris climate agreement.   For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy   Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.  Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.

As a wrap up to our discussions about agriculture water use, Utah Commissioner of Agriculture, Craig Buttars, joins us on the show to provide us with his insights and information about agriculture water use. Commissioner Buttars has many years of experience in both agricutulre as well as public policy and share the knowlege he has with us. 

People in the lower Colorado River basin are now witnessing drastic cuts to their allotments. In many cases, developers find alternate sources of water by drilling into underground aquifers. But in places like Pinal County, Arizona, that groundwater is already becoming scarce. We hear from Stephen Q. Miller, who sits on both the Pinal County Board of Supervisors and the board for the Central Arizona Pipeline. Without sufficient water for crops, and facing some of the highest temperatures on record, he says farmers in his area will fallow up to 70 per cent of their land this year.   As Phoenix and its outlying suburbs start limiting development because of water shortages, those who stay put rely increasingly on wells and groundwater.   Arizona State University professor Kathryn Sorensen explains why consuming water from deeper wells is one solution – but it's not ideal. The ancient freshwater underneath much of Arizona will never be replenished during our lifetimes. With high-tech cloud computing centers and some of the world's biggest microchip manufacturers expanding their reach — and water use — we look at the desert future of the southwest.    With increasing water scarcity across the lower Colorado River basin states, we look at the technology of the future – and the role of cloud computing centers. How much water do they consume, and what does that mean for people in water-stressed areas? Amazon Web Services has set a goal to become water-positive by the year 2030, and we hear how the company is recycling and re-using water, with Will Hewes, AWS' Global Lead on Water Sustainability.    Outside Phoenix, Intel Corporation has been a presence for more than four decades, with two recent expansions of its 700-acre campus in the desert. Those expansions allow Intel to manufacture more of the microchips that we rely on in modern life, powering everything from cell phones to automobiles. We hear from Intel vice-president and chief sustainability officer Todd Brady. He says the public-private partnership Intel struck years ago with the city of Chandler, AZ means a more sustainable, predictable supply of recycled water.    Water scarcity is also having a profound effect on the desert south's political landscape. In this episode, we hear from Kathleen Ferris, a senior research fellow at ASU's Kyl Center for Water Policy, and we check in with Patrick Adams, water policy advisor to Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs.    Our last word in this episode goes to the University of Arizona's Kathy Jacobs, director of the Center for Climate Adaptation Science and Solutions.