
10 episodes

The Future of Water Bluefield Research
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5.0 • 20 Ratings
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Bluefield’s podcast series breaks down the biggest and smallest events signaling change and opportunity across the water landscape. The Future of Water is where we talk about all the ways in which companies, utilities, and people are addressing the challenges and opportunities in water. This is our chance to call out, question, and think about what is disrupting the water industry. Whether it’s municipal or industrial, vendor or utility, local, state or even globally focused, Bluefield's podcast is a source for critical insights. Bluefield’s team of water experts discuss a variety of topics impacting the future of water. We want to hear from you. Feel free to send topic ideas to podcasts@bluefieldresearch.com
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Digital Disruption In The Century-old Water Metering Market
The global water metering market is at an inflection point, as a host of new digitally enabled technologies and business models transform global water utilities’ relationships with their meters and meter providers. Metering vendors face a host of macroeconomic, regulatory, and competitive shifts. COVID-related supply chain disruptions and component shortages have roiled the sector, delaying… Continue reading Digital Disruption In The Century-old Water Metering Market
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IOU Acquisition Trends: States & Buyers to Watch and Deal Drivers
Reese Tisdale is joined by Private Water Analyst Charlie Suse to break down investor-owned utility M&A trends and opportunities in the water sector. Which states are most active? Who are the players at the top of the IOU leaderboard? What is driving deal flow activity? Bluefield water experts identify key insights and takeaways from our… Continue reading IOU Acquisition Trends: States & Buyers to Watch and Deal Drivers
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The EU’s Sweeping Push for Corporate Sustainability
Bluefield’s industrial water experts discuss the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The newly enacted directive provides a reporting standard for large companies operating in the EU to disclose metrics for emissions, water use, and associated risk management strategies. The CRSD represents a critical step for the EU toward greater visibility into environmental water risks.… Continue reading The EU’s Sweeping Push for Corporate Sustainability
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Xylem + Evoqua = What Does It Mean for the Water Industry?
On 24 January 2023, US-based Xylem Inc. and Evoqua announced an agreement in which Xylem will acquire Evoqua in an all-stock transaction for an enterprise value of approximately US$7.5 billion. The combination unlocks potential growth opportunities for Xylem in industrial markets and in water quality, both of which are stronger markets for Evoqua. Pure-play water… Continue reading Xylem + Evoqua = What Does It Mean for the Water Industry?
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IIJA: Water Funding and Policy Developments
How are IIJA legislated funds unfolding? From California to Maine, total announced funding associated with the legislation had reached US$186.3 billion. Of this total, US$10.5 billion has been announced for water-designated projects. At the same time, the U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Water has released implementation guidelines for the Build America, Buy… Continue reading IIJA: Water Funding and Policy Developments
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PFAS: Where Is the U.S. Water Market and beyond Headed?
PFAS is the water industry topic du jour, shaped by lawsuits, emerging regulations, infrastructure investment and disadvantaged communities. So far, however, much of the focus has been on the U.S. drinking water sector. But these emerging contaminants are impacting water supplies and, as a result, policy makers in Europe and Australia. Varied approaches to tackle PFAS… Continue reading PFAS: Where Is the U.S. Water Market and beyond Headed?
Customer Reviews
Great water research. Great podcast.
Reese and the Bluefield team have such a broad and deep knowledge of the water markets and they make their insights accessible and relevant in this podcast. This podcast is on the top of my ‘must listen to’ list.
My source for all things water
Great podcast for those who want to stay on top of pressing water issues!
Spencer Mill
As a young professional in the water industry the team at Bluefield gives some valuable insights into all sectors of the industry! I personally work in Stormwater Management/municipal water and would love to hear more on that. Will definitely recommend to friends, Keep up the great work👍