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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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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

    What’s the Addressable Market for Water Utility Consolidation?

    What’s the Addressable Market for Water Utility Consolidation?

    There are over 72,000 community water systems and wastewater treatment facilities in the U.S. But what is the addressable market opportunity for water and wastewater for utilities and investors? And how do the opportunities vary by utility ownership, system size, and state? Our clients have been asking Bluefield to size the municipal water and wastewater… Continue reading What’s the Addressable Market for Water Utility Consolidation?

    • 28 min
    What’s Behind Engineering Firms’ Strategy Shifts in Water?

    What’s Behind Engineering Firms’ Strategy Shifts in Water?

    Jacobs, one of the leading engineering firms in water, announced plans to spinout its Critical Mission Solutions business unit. With this move, the company streamlines their business focus, including on water, and boosts share price in the wake of higher margins and growth. Bluefield’s water experts discuss the EPC firm’s recent strategy and what the spinout… Continue reading What’s Behind Engineering Firms’ Strategy Shifts in Water?

    • 26 min
    Will Semiconductor Boom Drive Water Market Opportunities?

    Will Semiconductor Boom Drive Water Market Opportunities?

    The semiconductor market is a buzz with activity as high demand—primarily driven by consumer electronics and automotive sectors—and policy, namely the U.S. and the EU Chips Acts, come together to create a favorable environment for billion dollar investments for new semiconductor manufacturing plants. Bluefield’s water experts discuss where the investments are happening, globally, and what… Continue reading Will Semiconductor Boom Drive Water Market Opportunities?

    • 26 min
    EU Regulators Ramp Up PFAS Action for Drinking Water, Biosolids

    EU Regulators Ramp Up PFAS Action for Drinking Water, Biosolids

    Bluefield’s water experts discuss the European Chemical Agency’s (ECHA) recent launch of a six-month evaluation to review a proposal for restricting the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The proposal, submitted by the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Norway, is representative of public concerns that are escalating in the EU and applies to both… Continue reading EU Regulators Ramp Up PFAS Action for Drinking Water, Biosolids

    • 26 min
    A Perfect Storm: Tribal Infrastructure Investment, Western Water, and the U.S. Supreme Court

    A Perfect Storm: Tribal Infrastructure Investment, Western Water, and the U.S. Supreme Court

    On 20 March 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments of Arizona v. Navajo Nation, a dispute over Colorado River water rights. The court’s decision could have significant implications for the water rights of Tribes across the country. Navajo Nation is one of the Indian Health Service (IHS) administrative areas with the greatest need for… Continue reading A Perfect Storm: Tribal Infrastructure Investment, Western Water, and the U.S. Supreme Court

    • 24 min
    Digital Disruption In The Century-old Water Metering Market

    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

    • 37 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
21 Ratings

21 Ratings

Levi Brody ,

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.

sal_doc ,

My source for all things water

Great podcast for those who want to stay on top of pressing water issues!

SpencerMill ,

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👍

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