Water as a "Liquid Asset"

Water Foresight Podcast

Step into a world where every drop of water counts as Professor Buzz Thompson, author of "Liquid Asset," unravels the complex role of the private sector in water management. Together, we navigate the intricate dance of business and government alliances as they supply life's most vital resource, dissecting the tug-of-war between public service and commodification. Discover how companies like Xylem are revolutionizing water systems with cutting-edge technologies, and delve into the ethical and economic repercussions that ripple through our taps and irrigation lines.
Unlock the future of water markets with us; it's a landscape where conservation breeds innovation and agriculture meets ingenuity. Through Professor Thompson's lens, we scrutinize water rights, trading systems, and the ever-growing debate over water as a human right versus a commercial product. Picture a California farmer redirecting floodwater to replenish groundwater or Montana's Tung River Valley, where tiered pricing spurs stewardship - these are the narratives reshaping our water economy and igniting a fresh wave of corporate responsibility.
Concluding our journey, we wade into the waters of regulation, where small utilities grapple with innovation and America wrestles with the recognition of water as a fundamental human right. Professor Thompson's insights shed light on the regulatory frameworks shaping our water's destiny, urging collaboration between public needs and private ambitions. As we wrap up, we invite listeners to continue the conversation, fostering partnerships that can turn the tide on water scarcity and secure a sustainable future for all.

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Chapters

1. Water as a "Liquid Asset" (00:00:00)

2. Private Sector's Role in Water Management (00:00:03)

3. Future of Water as a Commodity (00:15:19)

4. The Future of Water (00:26:54)

5. Regulations and Water Innovation Impact (00:50:11)

6. Water Management Ethics and Collaboration (01:01:33)

7. Discussions on Water Foresight and Collaboration (01:16:54)