Overview:
“We’re at a genuine turning point for the water sector in the UK… These changes demand a fundamental shift in thinking. So how does the sector move on from reacting to crises to actively building deep resilience?”
– Natasha Wiseman, Host
This episode of WiseOnWater, Conversations in Flow, marks the launch of Season Two and focuses on the genuine turning point for the UK water sector.
Host Natasha Wiseman explores the challenges and opportunities presented by the recent Independent Water Commission (IWC) report and the commencement of AMP8.
The discussion centres on moving the sector from reactive crisis management to proactive, deep resilience – ensuring water security and a thriving environment.
Guests:
- Karma Loveday (Editor of The UK Water Report): A highly respected voice in the sector, offering a critical, sector-wide perspective on policy, regulation, and finance in the wake of the IWC report and the new AMP world.
- Matt Wheeldon (Director of Infrastructure Development at Wessex Water): Brings extensive experience in translating high-level goals into real-world sustainable infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on innovative solutions for storm overflows and water resource management
