(don't) Waste Water! | Water Tech to Solve the World

Ever wondered if there was a better way to desalinate water? Listen to this!More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/#️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣My conversation with Alexander's VC investor: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s10e16-the-secret-formula-for-profit-in-water-tech-ventures-tom-ferguson-s-unfair-advantageMy breakdown of 2024's Water Tech Investment Landscape: https://youtu.be/EqQwOC-ys4cFLocean's website: https://www.flocean.green/🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-waterWebsite: https://dww.show/podcast/🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next?⏰ TIME CODES ⏰00:00 In This Week's Episode01:34 An interesting Investment Coincidence?04:01 FLocean's Innovative Approach to Desalination06:43 Technical Insights into Subsea Desalination11:08 Challenges and Market Opportunities23:29 First Commercial References30:36 Business Model and Economic Considerations38:08 Funding and Prospects45:28 Rapid Fire QuestionsAbout this Podcast:Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast, the leading podcast for water industry professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking deep insights into water tech innovation, investment trends, and strategic moves in the sector. Host Antoine Walter blends his technical expertise with sharp business acumen to deliver weekly episodes featuring candid conversations with C-suite executives, detailed analysis of major water industry developments, and practical insights for water tech startups and seasoned players alike. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What's to learn from 2024's pivotal water tech investment year? Let's find out! ➡️ Download the (Free, no strings attached) infographic: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/vngynn1tc9vce8pzjsnds/7-Must-Know-Water-Tech-Trends-For-Investors-Infographic.pdf?rlkey=313r4mwyx3hsl751tmymdjuqk&st=m7zvchez&dl=0 👍 If it's of value to you, make sure to like and subscribe! #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 2023's Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCfcigu_oPQ Lithium's Water Impact: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3bMCdZj760 My 2023 interview with Tom Ferguson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4g-8j8ulWNA Salinity Solutions - SQM's portfolio company: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoW9QggUk-Q 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 01:05 1 - The Billion Dollar Wave 02:41 2 - The 4 Hidden Champions 07:23 3 - The New Money Rush 13:01 4 - America's Grip Loosens 14:31 5 - The Real Pricetags 16:02 6 - Where Are The Exits? 22:48 7 - The Survival Timeline In this detailed analysis, I look up the transformative trends in Water Tech investment for 2024, highlighting a significant influx in investing but also a high dropout rate of investors. I track investment patterns over the past seven years, noting a dramatic rise in the amount invested and the number of deals made. I investigate 6 categories and 24 subcategories, identifying top investment areas and key players. I also explore the geographic distribution of investments, the proprietary nature of certain investors, and future projections for Water Tech exits and growth - together with Tom Ferguson (Burnt Island Ventures) and Clayton MacDougald (Emerald Technology Ventures).Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

As 2024 wraps up, the water sector is buzzing with unprecedented opportunities. In this special episode, 20+ visionary water leaders share their most powerful insights on how to capture the next wave of innovation and growth in water tech!🎯 Unlock the success patterns behind water tech's biggest wins in 2024 💡 Get insider knowledge on where smart money is flowing in water for 2025 💰 Learn why water is becoming the next frontier for climate tech investorsFrom breakthrough water technologies to game-changing investment strategies, this episode distills years of wisdom from the industry's brightest minds. Featuring exclusive insights from successful founders, innovative water entrepreneurs, and visionary leaders who are transforming the water sector.🎯 Subscribe now to join my community of forward-thinking water leaders. That's the best way never to miss these weekly discussions on water innovation, tech breakthroughs, and investment opportunities that are shaping our water-positive future!Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🌊 Think Lithium Mining Wastes Water? Think Again! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/#️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣Eramet's DLE project in Centenario: https://www.eramet.com/en/activities/lithium/My review of Veolia's Deep Dive (that discusses the Eramine DLE project): https://youtu.be/LKcUoTlMmdcThacker Pass Project by Lithium Americas with AquaTech International: https://lithiumamericas.com/thacker-pass/overview/default.aspxMy exploration of Salinity Solution's batch RO: https://youtu.be/InWaoDkVLNcMy conversation with Evove (Membrane-based DLE): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s9e7-how-to-eradicate-dead-zones-cut-energy-needs-by-80-and-double-lithium-selectivityMy conversation with EnergyX (Ion Exchange-based DLE): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s9e5-the-game-changing-company-with-60-patents-that-s-disrupting-the-battery-industryMy conversation with Adionics (Solvent Extraction-based DLE): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s11e11-how-adionics-took-a-bold-stand-in-the-competitive-dle-landscape🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcastMain Channel: @AntoineWalterDWWSmartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water Website: https://dww.show/podcast/👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next?⏰ TIME CODES ⏰00:00 The Lithium Water Crisis02:22 The Water Impact of Spodumene & Evaporation Ponds03:56 DLE is a "special animal"06:43 Brine is NOT water10:38 Getting to Eramet's DLE Plant12:18 Eramet's approach to DLE13:47 Where and How to Water Optimize?17:32 Zooming Out#LithiumMining #WaterTechnology #CleanTechAbout this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this video is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

📌 Growing Water with Botanical Water Technologies - A Revolutionary Approach to Water Scarcity! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ Botanical Water Technologies: https://www.wegrowwater.com/ Their partnership with Microsoft: https://www.wegrowwater.com/post/microsoft-growing-water-for-india Terry Paule's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-paule/ 🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️ Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 01:54 AI's Water Consumption 04:49 Growing Water 08:14 The Journey of Botanical Water Technologies 17:57 Building the Botanical Water Exchange 21:26 The Role of Blockchain in Water Management 37:37 Defining Water Impact Standards 39:13 Implementing Water ATMs in Nagpur 43:13 Future of Water Technology 46:07 Commercialization and Scaling Up 51:16 Fundraising and Investment Strategies 01:01:29 Rapid Fire Questions#WaterInnovation #WaterTech #SustainableWater 📝 IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE 🌱 The groundbreaking technology behind extracting drinking water from fruits and vegetables, and how it's revolutionizing water access 💧 How Botanical Water Technologies transforms industrial food processing waste into premium drinking water through their innovative Water Harvest Units 🤝 The strategic partnership with Microsoft and the game-changing project delivering 60 million liters of water to communities in Nagpur, India 🔗 The development of the Botanical Water Exchange platform powered by blockchain technology to connect water producers with communities in need 💫 The ambitious vision to scale from 14 to 200 water harvest units by 2025, bringing sustainable water solutions worldwide About this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this episode is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🌊 Direct Air Carbon Capture AND Water Production? The unlikely duo revolutionizing climate action!More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/#️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Episode #️⃣• Capture 6: https://capture6.com• Frontier Climate: https://frontierclimate.com/• Palmdale Water District (Project Monarch partner): https://www.palmdalewater.org/• California Energy Commission (Grant provider): https://www.energy.ca.gov/• Elemental Impact/Elemental Accelerator (Investor & incubator): https://elementalimpact.com/elemental-impact/• My (quite old, sorry!) conversation with with Kim Baker from Elemental Excellerator (at the time): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s2e4-how-to-be-a-beacon-and-trigger-1-5-billion-new-funding-as-a-fearless-nonprofit🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-waterWebsite: https://dww.show/podcast/👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next?⏰ TIME CODES ⏰00:00 Introduction 01:56 Elon Musk's XPRIZE and Carbon Capture 04:27 Introducing: Luke Shors08:03 Combining Carbon Capture with Water Scarcity Solutions 17:19 Technical Aspects of Capture6's Process 23:32 Project Monarch: A Case Study 34:24 Global Projects and Future Plans 38:13 Business Model and Financing 42:20 Carbon Credits and CDR 46:16 Future Goals and Regulatory Impact 53:08 Rapid Fire Questions#DirectAirCapture #WaterTech #CleanTech📝 IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE🔬 How Capture 6 transforms salt into a revolutionary carbon capture solution while producing fresh water🌐 The ambitious roadmap across three continents: Project Monarch (US), Project Wallaby (Australia), and Project Octopus (Korea)💡 Why turning brine management from a cost center into a carbon removal opportunity could be key to scaling water treatment💰 How tax credits, government support, and innovative business models are making carbon removal viable🤝 The critical importance of finding the right project partners and investors in the challenging cleantech landscapeHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

We treat water with oil - true story! Coagulants and Flocculants used in wastewater treatment are oil-based and often feature Polyacrylamide (or PAM). But there's no other way around, right? Well, there's one, and it looks (very!) promising. Wanna find out? Listen to this! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ My conversation with Gingko Bioworks: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s10e9-coding-the-future-ginkgo-bioworks-synthesis-of-biology-and-technology My Growth Story with MembrIon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPlXltrIvWU Talk with Amielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amiellelake/ ... or per email: amielle@carbonet.com 🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️ Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 In This Week's Episode 03:55 Carbonet's Journey 15:46 The Big Spring Show 19:12 Building an Empire 28:23 Exploring Business Models 34:23 Advanced Material Technology and AI 37:41 Commercialization and Future Plans 41:24 Women's Equity Lab and Investment 44:01 Rapid Fire Questions #WaterChemicals #ScaleUp About this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this podcast is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Why is everyone suddenly obsessed with water technology? When GE sold its water division in 2017, nobody blinked. But in 2024, Georg Fischer's stock jumped 15% when they announced they're selling everything BUT water! Plus GF's not alone: DuPont and Danaher are making similar moves, and there's a World in which Veolia might move along. What changed? Water tech companies are expected to grow from $290B to $1.4T in value by 2034. From being seen as "slow-growth" and "low-tech" a decade ago, water technology is now the hottest asset in industrial portfolios. Let's explore what this means for the future of the #WaterSector - and more precisely for #WaterTech companies! Get my friend Björn to buy me a beer (and pocket the 10% discount) subscribe to Global Water Intelligence using the code "BJOERN10" My Full Interview with Mads Joergensen (GF's CFO): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Qg05MfjB7g My (impromptu) coverage of the Xylem/Evoqua Merger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrwKzgZYj5U 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Georg Fischer (or GF) just announced that it divested its Machining Solutions arm for about 650 million Swiss francs to United Grinding Group and evaluated strategic options to do the same with its Casting Solutions division. Said differently, GF fully embraced its new trajectory: becoming a Water and Flow solutions company, with, on top of this, the ambition to become the World leader at that (starting from number two).Here's what I discussed with Mads:Why are companies like GF pivoting entirely toward water solutions?How does a traditional industrial company make a leap into sustainable infrastructure?Can the water market really sustain 8% growth?How do acquisitions fit into GF’s $5 billion revenue goal?What makes water infrastructure a smart investment right now?How can investing in water align with sustainable goals?What’s the "ketchup effect" in mergers and acquisitions?If you want to follow up with Mads, reach out to him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsjoergensen/Key IdeasStrategic Shift in Water Sector: GF divested its machining solutions and plans to exit its casting solutions divisions to focus on water-related products. This pivot, welcomed by the market, positions GF as a pure-play water and flow solutions company in response to global water scarcity concerns, increasing the attractiveness of water infrastructure investments.Acquisition of Uponor: GF’s recent 2.1 billion CHF acquisition of Uponor bolstered its presence in piping systems and set the foundation for a focus on water solutions. GF sees Uponor as essential to consolidating its market position and is pursuing acquisitions in similar companies to reach its revenue goal of 5 billion CHF by 2030.Market Fragmentation and M&A Strategy: The water market's fragmentation offers GF a path to scale rapidly through strategic acquisitions of companies between $75 million to $125 million, quickly integrating them to build a resilient, scalable business. This acquisition approach aims to make GF the market leader by capitalizing on economies of scale but mostly scope.Sustainable Investment Appeal: With investors increasingly focused on environmental impact, GF’s shift aligns with sustainability and long-term profitability. Mads Joergensen highlights how water infrastructure is crucial for economic stability and environmental health, positioning GF as a high-impact investment opportunity that appeals to both financial and environmental investors.Global Expansion Plans: GF is aiming for geographic diversification with a balanced presence across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. This global reach, coupled with sector diversification across building, industrial, and infrastructure flow solutions, offers resilience and positions GF to capitalize on the growing global water market.Challenges and Caution in Water Innovation: Water technology has long development cycles, sometimes taking decades to reach market maturity. GF’s approach focuses on proven technologies and scalable solutions, reducing exposure to riskier, early-stage innovations.Hey, and for the sake of full disclosure: this is NOT a sponsored episode (at all), but GF happens to be my employer when I'm not running this podcast 🙂Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

You need to know the rules to beat the rules ⬇️ Water innovation takes decades to be adopted: 35 Years for the average water tech! For their book "The Dynamics of Water Innovation," Paul O'Callaghan and his team reviewed 488 water technologies to identify patterns, timelines (and ways to accelerate them), and some of the specificities of water entrepreneurship. In this review, I share with you the key learnings, but also my feelings about the book. Spoiler: you should read it! ➡️ Get the book: https://www.braveblue.world/book 📚 Download the supporting research (free): https://edepot.wur.nl/536755 📣 MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE 📣 My interview with Andrew Benedek (Zenon): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s5e12-how-to-be-alone-early-crazy-but-actually-right-the-history-of-zenon My conversation with Graeme Pearce (Membranes): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s2e9-everything-you-always-wanted-to-know-about-mbrs-without-daring-to-ask Fluence's take at MABRs: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s2e7-this-astonishing-technology-will-turn-the-wastewater-sector-on-its-head-here-s-why My conversation with Reinhard Hübner (SKion): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s5e1-the-7-secrets-of-the-water-company-of-the-year-you-shall-absolutely-steal My interview with Tom Ferguson (Burnt Island Ventures): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s10e16-the-secret-formula-for-profit-in-water-tech-ventures-tom-ferguson-s-unfair-advantage 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Technology Adoption in various sectors 02:14 Anatomy of a Winner 05:08 The WaTA Model 08:30 3 Levers to Market Faster 14:23 Why bother? 15:55 ConclusionHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

📚 On the bookshelf: Liquid Asset by Barton Thompson📘 Subtitle: How Business and Government Can Partner to Solve the Freshwater CrisisWhat's the thesis of the book? What are some key learnings you'll get from it? What are my own thoughts and criticisms about that book?And ultimately, should you read it? ➡️ Let's review!Included: My exclusive interview with the author at this year's Rethinking Water Conference in New York, hosted by Sciens WaterBy the way, a big thanks to Sciens for inviting me over! Go check them out: https://scienswater.com/Get the Book: https://www.sup.org/books/politics/liquid-assetThe two conversations I mentioned in the episode: Water Trading in Australia with Scott Hamilton - https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s4e6-how-water-trading-unbelievably-killed-one-million-fishes-and-a-river Groundwater Trading in California with Ellen Bruno - https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s4e13-could-we-please-stop-burning-industrial-wastewater-this-is-much-better⏰ TIME CODES ⏰00:00 Introducing: Liquid Asset by Barton Thompson01:10 The Book's Thesis12:43 Review & Critique15:16 Interview with Barton Thompson25:40 ConclusionHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Gross Wen Technologies reached $15 Million in yearly sales while rolling out in three verticals and getting selected among hundreds of contestant in THE Global Water Hub - aka Singapore.All on the back of a simple, even seemingly simplistic technology: algae-based nutrient removal (and recovery).Oh and did I forget? They profitable from the get-go. What's the secret? Let's find out!More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ Gross Wen Technologies' Website: https://algae.com/Connect with Martin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-gross-39125755/The last time we covered Green Algae on the podcast: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s4e11-are-you-still-fighting-green-algae-here-s-what-to-do-insteadMy Coverage of WEFTEC: https://youtu.be/UnvaN9ZDjPs🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? #WaterTech #GrowthStage #GreenAlgaeAbout this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this episode is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

The World's largest water company is ambitious: it plans on growing 3 times faster than the market, so that its water tech and new solutions business lines will grow by 50% by 2030. How? By introducing 5 Priority Offers, starting with a new dedicated PFAS removal arm: BeyondPFAS. Let's dig into it! 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Here are my curated picks from WEFTEC 2024: 💰 Aqua Membranes' Series B (led by Burnt Island Ventures) - with CEO Craig Beckman and Partner Steve Kloos 3️⃣ 3 intriguing Water Techs, finally explained - VorTech (with Sean Mulligan & John McConomy), VVater (with Michael Watt), BioLargo (with Alex Evans) 🤖 ML applied to Water Asset Management (with Jennifer Zach) 🦾 My meeting with Kando's STREAMi (with Ori Reshef) 🧪 PFAS Destruction with Axine Water Technologies (with Mark Ralph) Support my one-man band: leave a Like and share your thoughts in the comments! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Welcome to WEFTEC 2024 01:55 Aqua Membranes' Series B 11:31 Tech1 - VorTech 19:42 Tech2 - VVater 28:30 Tech3 - BioLargo 38:51 Thank You! 40:37 MentorAPM's Applied ML 46:57 Imagine H2O's Croc Tank 47:32 Meeting Kando's STREAMi 53:46 Axine's First PFAS Destruction Reference 01:01:07 See You Soon!Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

The US Water Infrastructure is crumbling - and it may be time for Policy to effectively jump in. Let's discuss how and why with: ➡️ Mae Stevens (the highly praised water lobbyist who wrote the Bill in response to the Flint Crisis - and SO much more): https://www.linkedin.com/in/maestevens/ ➡️ Melisa Logan (Mayor of Blytheville, Arkansas): https://www.mrcti.org/meet-our-mayors ➡️ Aurélie Rodzynek (Program Coordinator at the Columbia Water Center): https://www.linkedin.com/in/aurelie-rodzynek/ & a short "BlueField on Tap" segment with Reese Tisdale (President & CEO of BlueField) More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DontWasteWaterPodcast ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 The $2 Trillion Water Infrastructure Challenge 06:08 The Water Lobbyist (who wrote the Flint Bill) 16:32 The Water Silver Wave 23:50 BlueField on Tap (Sorry Dave!) 25:32 The Mayor with a Dry River 35:02 How to get Woman in Water? 37:07 The Academic (who worked with the UN) 44:16 My Last Take on the UN Water Conference 49:13 See you in New Orleans! #WaterPolicy #DeepBrief Hey, I'm introducing this "Deep Brief" segment, and I'd crave your feedback! What do you think of it? What shall I do better? Let me know in the comments! (or send me a DM on LinkedIn or a mail: antoine@dww.show)Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In January 2023, MembrIon raised a $12.5M Series B. Roughly two years later, they're on the verge of raising their Series C, but in between, it's been a bumpy road! From zooming in on their target market to turning their business model around through signing their first commercial deals and re-modeling key positions in the team, there's A TON to learn from the MembrIon crew. They've opened me the door of their offices, factory (and investor), and openly shared everything that matters, so the best I could do was to articulate their story best!How does a Series B transform a growth stage water tech? How does a water tech company align for growth? What sacrifices do you need to make to succeed in water technology adoption? How does a Series B company grow towards its Series C? How does a VC Investor interact with its water tech portfolio? This - and much more - is in this week's story: MembrIon's Growth Story(As always, if this is of value to you, make sure to subscribe.) More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ MembrIon's Website: https://membrion.com/ PureTerra Ventures' Website: https://pureterra.com/ My first interview with Greg Newbloom: https://dww.show/membrion-ceo-that-raised-22m-reveals-his-one-trick-you-must-copy-today/ Value Driven / Crisis Driven: https://dww.show/how-long-will-it-take-to-grow-the-4-stages-of-water-innovation/ 🎙️ PODCAST 🎙️ Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 MembrIon's Growth Story 03:42 Embracing the Journey 10:49 Gathering a Crew 17:10 Product Market Fit 21:34 Market Adoption 27:24 Business Model Pivot 34:13 The First Order 40:04 Ramping Up 48:42 Series C 51:01 2030 54:40 Epilogue#WaterTech #GrowthStage #GrowthStoryAbout this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this episode is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

How did Veolia overcome the Leader's Curse to supercharge its internal and external tools with AI and LLMs when so many sat on the edge? Let's find out!More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 Come say hi to Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewlcollier/🔗 Veolia's water tech zone website: https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.com/en🔗 Introducing Hubgrade on this microphone... 4 years ago! https://dww.show/how-to-almost-double-treatment-capacity-in-about-no-time/🔗 Already praising Veolia's agility (with Glenn Vicevic) last year: https://dww.show/how-to-foster-innovation-and-agility-when-youre-the-worlds-largest-water-company/🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️ Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Introduction02:26 Entropy Theory applied to Veolia05:31 Introducing Andrew Collier06:15 Applying LLMs to IoT Data09:05 Veolia's Water Tech Zone and Digital Team11:12 Hubgrade Water Footprint and Sustainability23:21 User-Centric Software Development at Veolia26:33 Driving User Adoption and Measuring Impact30:48 Leveraging AI for Operational Efficiency32:17 Fine-Tuning AI Models34:36 The Future of Automated Plants37:05 Training the Next Generation with AI42:28 Generative AI and Design Optimization46:06 Personal Reflections and Future Outlook48:02 Rapid Fire Questions#WaterTech #BlueTech About this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this episode is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Ever wondered how to FINALLY use AI right in water tech? Let's find out with this Episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 KANDO's website: https://www.kando.eco/ 🔗 Ori Reshef's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ori-reshef-84440a6/ 🔗 WEFtec: https://www.weftec.org/ 🔗 KANDO's first appearance on the podcast: https://dww.show/how-to-fight-a-pandemic-with-the-help-of-your-feces/🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️ Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 01:33 The Future of AI in Water Tech 05:43 KANDO's Mission and Evolution 09:56 Ori Reshev's Journey to KANDO 12:11 Introducing STREAMi 13:40 STREAMi's Capabilities and AI Integration 21:30 Water Industry challenges that AI could solve 26:11 The Role of Human Intelligence in Automation 28:05 Adapting STREAMi for Different Customers 29:38 Data Security and Customer Reactions 32:22 STREAMi Lite and Marketing Strategies 39:35 Rolling out STREAMi as Kando's UI45:15 Rapid Fire Questions#WaterTech #AIAbout this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this episode is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What does it take to Create a 500 Million dollar bio-based market? And how can you replicate these strategies for your own growth-stage endeavors? Let's find out with this Episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 Come say hi to Riikka on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riikka-timonen-6ba9533/🔗 Kemira's website: https://www.kemira.com/🔗 The IFF's website: https://www.iff.com/🔗 Crustatec's take at bio-based chitosan: http://crustatec.com/🔗 The World's Bank Water Acceleration Program: https://connect.newibnet.org/youthinnovationchallenge🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️ Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 02:34 Understanding the HOT Acronym 04:17 Creating a Market for Biopolymers 06:22 Kemira's Biopolymer Goals 09:04 Economic and Performance Challenges 12:19 Exploring New Business Directions 20:38 Addressing Greenwashing Claims 22:15 Exploring New Markets and Innovations 24:24 Challenges and Strategies in Renewable Water Treatment 25:37 Purpose-Driven Decisions and Company Culture 27:41 Future Goals and Personal Impact 31:41 Rapid Fire Questions#WaterTech #BlueTech About this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this episode is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Ever wondered how the largest Pump Company in the World turned into a Water Tech player that will enable 300 Million People to get access to Water? Listen to this Episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ Say hi to Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-gallindo/ Connect with Phil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philtomlinson/ Check Grundfos' website: https://www.grundfos.com/ Grundfos acquires Metasphere: https://www.grundfos.com/media/latest-news/grundfos-acquires-metasphere-to-pioneer-solutions-to-the-world-s My conversation with Patrick Decker (another pump company turned water tech mogul): https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water/s7e14-what-s-patrick-decker-s-call-to-action-let-us-solve-water 🎙️ Subscribe and Listen to the Don't Waste Water Podcast HERE 🎙️ Podcast Channel: @dwwpodcast Main Channel: @AntoineWalterDWW Smartlink: https://smartlink.ausha.co/dont-waste-water Website: https://dww.show/podcast/ 👋 SOCIAL MEDIA 👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwwpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AntoineWalter7 🙋 QUESTION: What would you like me to cover next? ⏰ TIME CODES ⏰ 00:00 Grundfos' Ambitious Goals for 2030 02:26 Grundfos' Transformation Journey 04:19 Grundfos' Strategic Focus and Vertical Markets 08:19 Metasphere Acquisition and Integration 14:27 Challenges in Wastewater Management 17:41 Innovative Solutions for Sewer Overflows 29:33 Building Hope: Grundfos' Vision for the Future 29:46 Key Objectives and Strategies for Water Utilities 30:24 Sustainable Aquifer Management and Innovation 31:13 Energy Transition and Decarbonization Goals 32:07 Grundfos' Commitment to Scope 1, 2, and 3 Reductions 33:17 Digital Solutions and Natural Capital 37:13 Sewer Security and Utility Partnerships 43:12 Rapid Fire Questions #WaterTech #BlueTech About this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this episode is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.