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Biomimicry – sourcing water technology answers in nature
The natural world has always provided inspiration for creative minds, but biomimicry in water technology engineering and design is delivering real-world benefits. Architect Michael Pawlyn shares his explorations with BlueTech Research chief executive Paul O’Callaghan....
UK utilities are going global to deliver PR19 goals
Brexit presents a challenge and an opportunity for UK utilities. Paul O’Callaghan reports back from this summer’s BlueTech Forum in Vancouver about the changing shape of innovation. This article recently appeared in the September 2018 edition of The Environment...
Addressing water, wastewater challenges for industrial end users
Aquatech CEO Venkee Sharma discusses some of the major water and wastewater challenges facing industrial end users and how the concept of the circular economy comes into play. Also discussed: the importance of holistic solutions. For...
Building a water investment portfolio
David Henderson of XPV Water Partners discusses what his company looks for when building its investment portfolio and shares his thoughts on the future of IoT in water. Also discussed: business model versus technology — which is more important?...
Decentralization: When does it make sense?
Newterra’s Robert Kennedy puts the concept of decentralization into context, highlighting its historical journey and offering insight into when going ‘off grid’ makes sense. Also discussed: technologies and systems to support decentralization....
Paradigm shift: From value chain to value cycle
SUEZ’s Emrah Ercan explains the need to change our approach to water management from a linear cycle to a circular one, and how a digital transformation will enable that change to occur. For Questions or Enquiries:Sarah Condon,...
Walmart’s Approach to Water Compliance and Stewardship
Toni McCrory is EHS compliance manager for Walmart. She discusses her approach to managing water, wastewater and stormwater compliance for more than 5,000 stores nationwide. Also discussed: What does water stewardship mean to Walmart?...
Decentralization in the water, wastewater sector
Menno Holterman, CEO of Nijhuis Industries, discusses the concept of decentralization and its role as a treatment/supply strategy in the water sector. Also discussed: Is corporate social responsibility just ‘window dressing’? For...
2018 BlueTech Forum Highlight Reel
View the 2018 BlueTech Forum highlights video here. BlueTech Forum 2018 was held in the Vancouver Convention Centre, BC. BlueTech Forum 2019 will take place in Kew Gardens, London | UK, on the 5th & 6th June. For Questions or...