Category: 2022

Global Climate Change and Water Conflict—where might we be headed? Climate change is worsening freshwater-related disputes across our planet. Examples range from conflicts over diminishing water sources shared by countries, to migration pressures arising from refugees escaping regions suffering from chronic drought. This colloquium explores the causes and consequences of these and other societal challenges…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: Global climate change and water conflict—where might we be headed? (6/1/22)

Privatization of Water: Will it Bring Greater Social Equity? Engage in the debate that explores the pros and cons of public and private water systems in ensuring the human right to water. Safety, accessibility and reliability of water in California varies depending on where you live.  More than 1 million Californians do not have access…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: Privatization of Water: Will it Bring Greater Social Equity? (1/27/22)

Toward a More Inclusive 21st Century Water Sector:Opportunities for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement How do water agencies and the industry, in general, better promote a more diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the needs and aspirations of the society it serves? And, how do we ensure that the water sector embraces the values and issues…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: Toward a More Inclusive 21st Century Water Sector: Opportunities for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement (3/30/22)