Water Tech & Innovation
17 episodes
The sensors, software and hardware being built to measure, treat and move water. Founders and operators explain how their technology works and where it is deployed, from Kevin Gast of VVater and Sivan Zamir of Xylem to Ramzi Bouzerda of Droople and Eric Bindler of Bluefield Research on digital water.
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Rebuilding America's Water: A D-Minus Grade and a $1 Trillion Bill
U.S. water infrastructure is graded D-minus and needs about $1 trillion. VVater's Kevin Gast on aging systems, cyber risk and treating water with electricity.
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The end of "free" water in Las Vegas
"We've exited the era of free, abundant water." Rich Sloan (WAVR Technologies) discusses the invisible "thirst" of the AI revolution and how biomimicry—inspired by Australian tree frogs—is being used to harvest industrial water directly from thin air.
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Why AI and Tech Need Water to Survive
Ravi Kurani
In this episode of Liquid Assets, host Ravi Kurani sits down with Sivan Zamir, VP of Innovation & Venture at Xylem, to pull back the curtain on the massive, invisible machine that keeps the modern world running. Sivan challenges the abstract concept of "the cloud" and
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Harvesting the Flying Rivers: Atmospheric Water Generation in the Heart of the Amazon
Ravi Kurani
In this episode of Liquid Assets, host Ravi Kurani sits down with Ana Livi, Partner at O Amazon Air Water, to explore a business model that challenges our perception of value, hydration, and conservation. Ana reveals how her company is harvesting the "breath of the trees"
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The Internet of Water: How Droople Is Making Every Drop Smart
Ravi Kurani
As buildings, cities, and industries grapple with rising costs, aging infrastructure, and the invisible waste flowing through every pipe, a new generation of startups is redefining what it means to manage water.
In this episode of Liquid Assets, host Ravi Kurani sits down with Ramzi Bouzerda, founder and
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From Micro Reactors to Nano Bubbles: Water Tech Innovations Driving Sustainability and Resilience
Ravi Kurani
Imagine a future where off-grid nuclear micro-reactors power water desalination in remote villages, microscopic nano bubbles cleanse water without harsh chemicals, and nations launch bold programs to secure water for generations. That future is unfolding now. Around the world, water innovators are leveraging technology and policy
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Tiny Bubbles, Big Impact: How Nano Bubble Tech is Transforming Water Cleaning
Ravi Kurani
“Water already contains what we need—we just help it do its job better.”– Natsumi
Every year, trillions of gallons of water are used to clean homes, hospitals, and industrial facilities—often with harsh chemicals that strain both human health and the environment. But what if the answer
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How Modular Systems are Solving America’s Water Infrastructure Crisis
Ravi Kurani
Every two minutes, a sewer main breaks in the United States, creating an unprecedented challenge for businesses and municipalities alike. As our aging water infrastructure continues to crumble, companies are taking matters into their own hands, leading to a revolutionary shift in how we approach water treatment and
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Exploring Water Tech Innovations and Policies: Insights from Ravi Kurani
Ravi Kurani
Water is 50 years behind. There are definitely learnings in future technologies around infrastructure like Energy and TeleCom that water can draw inspiration from.
In this special crossover episode, our very own Ravi Kurani, host of The Liquid Assets Podcast and founder of water diagnostics company Sutro, shares
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The Future of Digital Water: AI, IoT, Cybersecurity Trends & Challenges
Ravi Kurani
The water industry is in the midst of a digital transformation, powered by cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping how we manage this vital resource. From artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) to advanced data analytics, the realm of digital water solutions is revolutionizing water conservation,
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Solving the Water Crisis: Harvesting Infinite Water from the Sky
Ravi Kurani
"Every great movement must experience three stages; ridicule, discussion, and adoption. And right now, when it comes to harvesting invisible water from the sky, we are at the early stage"
What if we could harvest an unlimited supply of water from the sky itself, then purify
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Future Proofing Our Cities
"We're designing New York City over and over like it was back in the 1900s. This needs to change"
The infrastructure underpinning our modern lives often goes unnoticed, yet fundamental systems like water, energy, and transportation require constant innovation. On this episode of Liquid Assets, host
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Human-Centered Design & Water
"The problem with water wasn't technical. The problem was water was all around consumer issues, accessibility, affordability..."
It is a no-brainer that clean water is a fundamental necessity for a healthy life, however, so many people do not have access to this. In this episode
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Synthetic Craft: Engineering the Future of Biology-Based Water Sensors
What role does synthetic biology play in ensuring the safety and quality of our water supply?
David Lloyd, the CEO and co-founder of FREDSense Technologies, and host Ravi Kurani discuss FREDSense's mission and the role of synthetic biology in their work. He explains how FREDsense uses synthetic
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Seeing the Unseen: Satellite Imagery in Water Management
Solomon Vimal from Geothara and Liquid Assets host, Ravi Kurani, discuss Solomon's journey in using satellite imagery and data science to address water security challenges. He shared insights into his experience in high-performance computing and his work in the automotive industry. Solomon explained how his passion for
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Digitizing Water with Samuel Ian Rosen
Samuel Ian Rosen, the founder and CEO of Tap, and Ravi Kurani discuss Samuel's vision for creating transformational change in the water industry by building a digital network to address challenges in the water sector. Samuel shared how Tap began as a software company to revolutionize the water
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The Intersection of AI and Water: Insights from Varuna CEO Seyi Fabode
Seyi Fabode, a visionary co-founder of Varuna, a trailblazing startup revolutionizing water utility operations with data, unveils his profound insights into the US water utility landscape, the riveting history of water crises, and the urgent call for cutting-edge innovations. In this eye-opening discussion, Fabode illuminates the pathway
