Heather Cooley, Director of the Pacific Institute’s Water Program, Zach Weiss, founder of Elemental Ecosystems, and Mike Joy, Senior researcher at Victoria University, dive deep into the intricate relationship between water and our planet. They discuss the growing water crisis influenced by climate change and pollution, exploring innovative water management strategies. From the environmental costs of livestock farming to the importance of localized governance, the conversation sheds light on how understanding the water cycle could foster healthier ecosystems and communities.