Talking Under Water

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen touch on recent news from the US Water Alliance — another One Water advocate like this podcast — announcing a new CEO. The hosts also cover progress on the U.S. Investment and Jobs Act, following months of bipartisan negotiations between the Biden Administration and a bipartisan group of Senators. Then they dig into a discussion on the relationship between recent increasing extreme weather events and water. Finally, the interview this month is with Ronit Erlitzki, director of business development and innovation for AdEdge Water Technologies, and RJ Cavagnaro, director of marketing for AdEdge Water Technologies. Crossen spoke with Ronit and RJ about small systems trends in requested treatment tech, packaged systems and contaminants of most concern. Show Notes: Mami Hara Announced as the Next US Water Alliance CEO Meet Mami Hara, Incoming CEO of the US Water Alliance Senate Passes $1 Trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Timestamps: Cold open: (0:00) Host intro: (1:32) US Water Alliance announces new CEO Mami Hara: (2:37) US Senate passes $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill: (3:16) Hurricane and wildfire update: (4:49) Interview with Ronit Erlitzki and RJ Cavagnaro begins: (7:19) Trends in small systems bid specifications: (8:05) The growing trend toward packaged systems: (12:23) Drivers behind the trends in small systems treatment: (14:04) The evolution of treatment technology for small systems: (19:22) Rain water, water harvesting and water runoff for small systems: (28:02) The sincerity of commercial and corporate water reuse: (30:44) Interview ends: (32:58) Housekeeping: (33:32) End: (35:28) Events: Take the WQP Buyer’s Guide Preferences Survey: bit.ly/WQPBG2021 The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The Utility Expo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Register for the event today at sgcwaterpavilion.com. SWS and IECA are partnering to bring you a free sediment control webinar on August 26. Register at bit.ly/SWSAugustWeb. Send the Talking Under Water hosts feedback on 2022 show topics: talkingunderwater@sgmail.com. About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen touch on federal water news, including potential WOTUS updates, the confirmation of Radhika Fox to the U.S. EPA Office of Water and movement on federal infrastructure funding. Finally, the interview this month is with Brad Clements, senior corporate account manager, Lodging segment for Nalco Water. Del Ciello spoke with Clements about sustainable hotel water management and how One Water principles can play a role. Show Notes: EPA & Army Announce Intent to Revise Definition of Water of the United States US Senate Confirms Radhika Fox to Lead EPA Office of Water President Biden & Bipartisan Group of Senators Agree to $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Plan USA Today: Biden reaches $1.2 trillion infrastructure compromise with bipartisan group of senators Timestamps: Cold Open: (0:00) Host Introduction: (0:43) Waters of the United States: (1:38) Senate Confirms Radhika Fox to lead EPA Office of Water: (3:45) INVEST in America Act: (5:44) President Biden and Senators reach $1.2T infrastructure package compromise: (7:01) Introducing Brad Clements interview: (8:52) Effect of drought and barriers to efficient hotel water management: (10:18) Costs associated with hotel water: (14:24) How water quality impacts cooling tower management: (18:41) Considerations when choosing where to target water savings initiatives: (22:48) Recognizing that no two systems are alike: (25:40) Customer awareness surrounding sustainable hotel water management (26:50) How one water plays into sustainable hotel water management: (29:46) Interview ends: (32:50) Housekeeping: (32:59) End (35:40) Events: Send the Talking Under Water hosts feedback on 2022 show topics: talkingunderwater@sgmail.com. View the SGC Water Group Western Water Crisis Hub. The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The Utility Expo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Send us your abstracts: bit.ly/WaterPavilionAbstracts About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen provide a brief update on the progress of the Lead and Copper Rule Revision, which is now undergoing community roundtables to gather feedback. The hosts also explore current water scarcity issues in the U.S., including Lake Mead’s declining water levels and the impact of water scarcity on the entire water cycle ranging from surface water to groundwater. Finally, the interview this month is with Scott Slater, CEO of Cadiz Inc. about water scarcity and how it affects the economy, relates to water equity and more. Show Notes: EPA Announces Lead & Copper Rule Community & Tribal Roundtables Lake Mead at the Hoover Dam to reach lowest water level in decades Persistent drought has water well drillers booked solid for 2-years    Clearing the Way for Recovery: Cal OES Reports Statewide Debris Removal of the 2020 Wildfires in California Reaches 90% Completion The Relationship Between Water Scarcity & Economy  Timestamps: Cold Open - Gameshows: (0:00) Host Intro: (0:44) Lead & Copper Rule update: (1:33) Drought in the Western U.S.: (5:28) The connection between agriculture water use and water wells: (9:06) Introducing Scott Slater, CEO of Cadiz Inc.: (13:07) Biggest challenges regarding water scarcity in the Western U.S.: (13:59) Factors contributing to water scarcity: (19:17) Water scarcity’s impact on the economy: (23:22) How water scarcity affects water equity: (28:23) Aquifer storage as a water scarcity solution: (35:54) Interview ends: (39:51) Housekeeping: (39:58) End: (42:40) Events: The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The Utility Expo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. For more information and to register visit sgcwaterpavilion.com. About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen discuss the recent Senate passage of the Drinking Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Act of 2021, and touch on a new U.S. EPA web-based app to help communities identify potential sources of pollution to recreational waters. They also unpack recent survey results conducted by Water Quality Products, Storm Water Solutions and Water & Wastes Digest on water industry attitudes towards live event attendance. Finally, the interview this month is with Rajan Ray, digital solutions leader for CDM Smith, on emerging technologies that are advancing the engineering and design phases of projects in the water and wastewater industry. Show Notes: Senate Passes Drinking Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Act of 2021 EPA Releases Updated Tool to Protect Recreational Waters SGC Water Group COVID-19 Travel Impact Survey Results WQP: How Has COVID-19 Impacted Events for Water Quality Professionals? SWS: How do Storm Water Professionals Feel About Traveling Amid COVID-19? WWD: How Comfortable Are Water Professionals With Attending Live Events in 2021? Our Water Future Is Digital written by Rajan Ray and Amy Corriveau Timestamps: Cold open: (0:00) Central Life Sciences Sponsor Message: (0:54) Host Introductions and episode overview: (1:12) U.S. Senate Passes Drinking Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Act: (2:02) U.S. EPA Updates Sanitary Survey App for Marine and Freshwaters: (5:41) SGC Water Group Travel Impact Survey Results: (6:36) WQP Results: (7:58) SWS Results: (8:49) WWD Results: (9:42) Interview with Rajan Ray begins: (14:18) The changing and evolving landscape of digital engineering technologies: (14:56) HoloLens, virtual reality and remote walk-throughs: (18:28) The most exciting technology on the horizon: (20:11) How CDM Smith is leveraging emerging technologies: (21:20) The benefits to utilities brought on by these technologies: (25:35) The future of digital technologies and tools for engineers and utilities: (29:10) Why simplicity is crucial for adoption: (33:16) Easy to use and secure: (34:40) Housekeeping: (35:51) End: (37:51) Events: The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The Utility Expo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Send us your abstracts: bit.ly/WaterPavilionAbstracts About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this episode of Talking Under Water, One Water, One Podcast, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen discuss how the recently announced American Jobs Plan may impact the water sector before diving into two industry expert interviews regarding the current legislative landscape for water infrastructure priorities. The interviews this month are with Nathan Ohle, CEO for the Rural Community Assistance Partnership (RCAP) and Shellie Chard, water quality division director for the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Ohle and Chard testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works March 17, highlighting the need for investment in water and infrastructure. Both represent different facets of the water industry yet stress the need for collaboration. Show Notes: Does the American Jobs Plan Affect the Water Industry? Industry Associations Respond to American Jobs Plan Fact Sheet: The American Jobs Plan’ Industry Organizations Testify on Water Infrastructure for Senate EPW Committee Timestamps: Cold Open: (0:00) This episode is sponsored by Central Life Sciences: (0:38) Host introduction: (0:55) The American Jobs Plan as it relates to one water: (1:10) Introducing Nathan Ohle interview: (3:54) What is RCAP?: (5:34) Handling growth during a time of increased public awareness: (6:49) The challenges rural and tribal communities face: (7:33) Understanding the volume of small community water systems in the U.S.: (9:27) Testifying for the Senate EPW Committee & the future of water: (12:19) The importance of low-income protections for water access: (14:35) How to be a champion for change in the industry:(16:58) Introducing Shellie Chard interview: (20:43) Gauging the climate on water infrastructure in Washington, D.C.: (21:34) The three greatest priorities for water in discussions in D.C.: (25:53) A fourth bonus priority for water: (29:45) The emphasis on funding and financing programs in the AJP proposal: (31:59) How to communicate water’s value to Congressional leaders: (38:11) The importance of the volume of voices calling Congressional leaders: (43:03) How can we create a unified message on water nation-wide?: (43:57) Housekeeping: (48:51) End: (51:22) Events: The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The UtilityExpo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Send us your abstracts!: bit.ly/WaterPavilionAbstracts SWS, WWD & WQP are partnering once again with Global Water Works to bring you a new webinar series. The third and final part of the series will take place April 27 at 1 p.m. CT and will discuss smart strategies for facilities to ensure the health and safety of tenants and the continuity of operations. You can register at bit.ly/GWWSeries3 About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this episode of Talking Under Water, One Water, One Podcast, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen discuss the latest coronavirus relief package — the  American Rescue Plan — and its impact on the water industry. The hosts also dig into the results of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 2021 Infrastructure Report Card as pertains to water infrastructure. Finally, the interview this month is with Rich “Raz” Razgaitis, co-founder and CEO for FloWater. Johns spoke with Razgaitis about microplastics and how the issue impacts all aspects of the water industry from consumer to municipality workers. Show Notes: Congress adopts $1.9 trillion stimulus, securing first major win for Biden EPA Action Notices Extend Lead & Copper Rule Revision Effective Date US House Passes Stimulus Bill, Includes Water Assistance ASCE Infrastructure Report Card: Drinking Water, Wastewater & Storm Water Grades Storm Water Earns ‘D’ on ASCE Report Card for America’s Infrastructure Timestamps: Cold open: (0:00) Host introduction: (0:28) American Rescue Plan Act effect on water industry: (1:45) An update on the status of the Lead & Copper Rule Revision: (4:46) ASCE Drinking Water & Wastewater Grade briefing: (6:09) ASCE Storm Water Grade briefing: (7:42) Unpacking the ASCE Report Card grades: (9:02) Introducing Rich “Raz” Razgaitis: (12:34) Defining microplastics in water: (13:17) Threats microplastics pose to humans and the environment: (14:23)  The impact of microplastics on water, wastewater and storm water treatment: (18:30) Are regulations on the horizon for microplastics?: (20:50) Why banning single-use plastics doesn’t always work: (23:49) How tap water is a crucial element in solving the microplastics problem: (26:04) Microplastics regulations for wastewater and stormwater facilities?: (27:19) What can water industry professionals do to address microplastics: (29:02) Housekeeping: (35:03) End: (37:52) Call for Nominations: Learn about WQP’s 2021  Industry Icon & Young Professionals: www.wqpmag.com/faces-industry-2021 Events: The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The Utility Expo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Look out for a call for abstracts soon. SWS, WWD & WQP are partnering once again with Global Water Works to bring you a new webinar series. The second part of the series will take place March 30 at 1 p.m. CT and will discuss approaches to help utilities accelerate resilience. You can register at bit.ly/GWWSeries2 About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this episode of Talking Under Water, One Water, One Podcast, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen explore how the Biden administration may impact the water sector and provide updates on the Lead & Copper Rule revisions discussed in last month’s episode. The hosts also briefly share water industry efforts and resources pushing diversity and inclusion. Finally, the interview this month is with Andrea Hall, senior director of diversity and inclusion for Brown & Caldwell. Crossen spoke with Hall about diversity and inclusion, creating safe spaces to have challenging conversations, and the importance of confronting issues about race, diversity and inclusion. Show Notes: Biden 'freeze' of Trump rules could halt environmental rollbacks National coalition pushes for investment in aging water infrastructure Water Industry D&I Efforts & Resources: EPA Welcomes Members of the Biden-Harris Leadership Team Xylem Earns Top Marks for Equality From Human Rights Campaign WQA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Council Balance and Belonging Balance and Belonging at Atlassian Timestamps: Cold open: (0:00) Host introduction: (0:23) Regulatory freeze affects the Lead & Copper Rule Revision: (1:08) 200 organizations call on Biden Administration to advance infrastructure funding: (3:16) Diversity & Inclusion news across the industry: (6:06) Introducing this month’s guest, Andrea Hall: (7:26) Why is diversity & inclusion important for the water industry?: (8:41) What do we lose by ignoring discussion on race, diversity & inclusion?: (10:09) How can water utilities, engineering firms, water treatment businesses, etc. be advocates for change?: (12:29) How simple solutions can solve complex problems: (14:28) How to create safe spaces to have difficult conversations on race, diversity & inclusion in professional settings: (15:18) Effort and investment in expanding perspective are crucial: (19:19) What is Brown & Caldwell doing on the D&I front and how can others get involved?: (22:31) Reframing diversity & inclusion to balance & belonging: (25:47) The power of feeling like you belong: (27:49) Unpacking the interview with host thoughts and discussion: (29:17) Housekeeping: (30:28) End: (33:16) Videos: WQP: bit.ly/wqp-checking-in WWD: bit.ly/wwdweeklydigest SWS: https://bit.ly/SWSVideoSeries1 Call for Nominations: WWD: bit.ly/wwdyoungprosnomination Events: The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The UtilityExpo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Look out for a call for abstracts soon. SWS, WWD & WQP are partnering once again with Global Water Works to bring you a new webinar series. The series kicks off on February 23 at 1 p.m. CT and will discuss digital pathways to resilience. You can register at bit.ly/GWWSeries1 About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this episode of Talking Under Water, One Water, One Podcast, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen discuss recent updates to the Lead and Copper Rule for the first time in 30 years and potential impacts on the water industry at large. The conversation also unpacks the recent Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s assessment of the State of the Bay, which declined slightly from 2018. Finally, our interview this month is with Dorothée Chabredier, principal for Amane Advisors. Del Ciello spoke with Chabredier about trends in water investment, including an increased interest in sustainable investing. Chabredier explains the categories in sustainable investing, which have the greatest growth and how water businesses can optimize their business models to benefit from sustainable investing. She also shared her water wish list for 2021 and beyond. Show Notes: EPA Adopts New Rules on Lead Contamination in Water - WSJ AWWA press release: AWWA Statement on Release of Final Revised Lead and Copper Rule  WQA press release: WQA Sees Progress in EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule  CBF press release: CBF's 2020 State of the Bay Score Down Slightly 2018 WWD feature on Chesapeake: Cleaning the Chesapeake | WWD Timestamps: Cold Open: (0:00) Host introduction: (0:27) Lead & Copper Rule Revision: (1:30) Chesapeake Bay health, and nutrient reduction and removal: (9:20) Interview with Dorothée Chabredier begins: (13:56) Increased interest in sustainable investing?: (16:05) Growth in philanthropic investments in water: (21:30) Optimizing water business models for outside investment: (23:12) The importance of communication and transparency in the water industry: (26:06) Looking forward to 2021 and what to keep in mind: (27:08) Unpacking the interview with Dorothée Chabredier: (28:31) Housekeeping: (29:40) End: (32:12) Videos: WQP: bit.ly/wqp-checking-in WWD: bit.ly/wwdweeklydigest Call for Nominations: WWD: bit.ly/wwdyoungprosnomination Events: The Scranton Gillette Communications Water Group, which includes Water & Wastes Digest and Storm Water Solutions, is bringing a Water Pavillion to The UtilityExpo Sept. 28 to 30, 2021 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Submit abstracts here.  About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

Wrapping up 2020, Talking Under Water hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Bob Crossen and Katie Johns present the second annual special State of the Industry episode. The episode features snippets from conversations with multiple industry leaders reflecting on the state of the industry from their perspective segments of the water industry, including the wastewater sector, residential/commercial drinking water treatment sector, and storm water and erosion control sectors. Del Ciello, Crossen and Johns weave the interview clips with discussion delving into the issues explored, including market impact of COVID-19, smart technology, consumer focus on water access/quality, regulatory issues down the pipeline and more.  A special thanks to all of this month's podcast guests for sharing their industry insights, including Derek Berg, president of the Stormwater Equipment Manufacturers Association; Adam Dibble, president of the International Erosion Control Association; Colin Sabol, senior vice president and president for Xylem’s Measurement & Control Solutions; Kristina Surfus, NACWA managing director of government affairs; and Samuel Karge, president, North America Water Treatment for A.O. Smith. Show Notes: WQP State of the Industry Report SWS State of the Industry Report WWD State of the Industry Report Timestamps: Cold open: (0:00) Host introduction: (0:41) Thoughts from Derek Berg on industry outlook: (1:45) Adam Dibble shares his experiences about digital evolution in the industry: (5:24) Colin Sabol explains how utilities are finding new uses for existing equipment: (11:05) Kristina Surfus notes water equity, water affordability and water access will be policy cornerstones moving forward: (14:45) Sam Karge discussing the challenges of evermore stringent regulations: (20:15) Sam Karge asks if the health and wellness trend will continue after the pandemic: (24:31) Host wrap up the episode(28:22) End: (31:47) Nominations: WQP Young Pros/Industry Icon SWS Young Pros SWS Industry Icon About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this episode of Talking Under Water, One Water, One Podcast, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen highlight conversations with two women in water on their career journeys, women in leadership, diversity in the workplace, the role of mentorship and more. Plus, the podcast guests share advice for young professionals entering the water industry.  For this episode, Johns interviewed Cindy Kransler, vice president of sales for Krausz USA and vice president of sales for Mueller Water Products. Del Ciello interviewed Maria Lehman, director of Infrastructure for the U.S. at GHD, a global engineering consultancy. Show Notes: Women Make the Difference: A History of Women in Water WWD Inaugural Industry Icon Betty-Ann Curtis: Dynamic & Warm Women in Water: The Importance of Mentorships Women in the Water Sector: Working Together for the Future Timestamps: We are introducing timestamps to our show notes with this episode. Do you have limited time to listen but still want to get the most out of each episode? Use the timestamps below to skip to the portions of greatest interest to you! Cold open: (0:00) Episode introduction: (0:26) Why is the discussion of women in water important? Bob’s thoughts: (1:42) Katie’s thoughts: (4:06) Lauren’s thoughts: (5:09) Interview with Cindy Kransler begins (6:58) How did you get your start in the industry?: (7:21) How Cindy transitioned to working at Krausz USA: (8:13) Entering the water industry blindly: (9:05) How different is the industry today compared to the 1980s?: (10:09) The strength and power of industry and association involvement: (22:25) Ride With Purpose and developing community: (13:43) Biggest career accomplishments: (16:08) Largest challenges in your career as a woman: (17:18) Don’t back down from challenges and success will follow: (18:15) The strength of female colleagues and mentorship in the industry: (18:46) Advice for young women starting their water careers: (20:16) Hosts unpack Cindy Kransler’s interview: (22:32) Interview with Maria Lehman begins (25:33) Professional trajectory and engineering: (26:16) What had you expected your career trajectory to have been?: (28:16) From inspiration to action: (28:52) Mentorship, passion and finding like-minded peers: (32:02) Biggest challenges as a woman in the industry: (35:21) Why diversity and representation is a driver for innovation and new solutions: (39:25) How diversity and inclusion have evolved in the water industry: (41:25) Ways to accelerate diversity and inclusion initiatives: (44:13) Hosts unpack Maria Lehman’s interview: (47:50) Housekeeping: (54:10) End: (57:38) Videos: Watch WQP’s Checking In series on women in water Watch the 2018 WWD Industry Icon Betty-Ann Curtis on being a woman in the industry. Nominations: WQP Young Pros/Industry Icon SWS Young Pros SWS Industry Icon About the Podcast Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com. Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing talkingunderwater@sgcmail.com or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.