Speaking of Water Series

Speaking of Water (Water UCI’s Colloquium Series) has, for five years, brought together leading experts in the worlds of water science, economics and policy for vibrant discussions and dialogue on critical topics to help educate the public and stimulate action towards solutions. 

As multiple water crises continue to grow in severity throughout the West, Water UCI serves as a critical facilitator of research, education and sustainable water policy in the ongoing effort to provide access to safe and secure water for all.

If you are looking for our webinar recordings, they are available on our YouTube channel linked in the Outreach drop menu under “Recordings” or click on the button below.

Upcoming Speaking of Water Series

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• Water UCI Colloquium Series: Antifouling Nanobubbles for Water Purification and Desalination (10/22)
  Antifouling Nanobubbles for Water Purification and Desalination Nanobubbles typically have a diameter in the range of 20 to 1100 nm and can persist for weeks in aqueous environments. A first principles theory that shows that a process that makes stable nanobubbles seem improbable, microbubble shrinkage, is responsible for not only their stability but also their…Continue Reading Water UCI Colloquium Series: Antifouling Nanobubbles for Water Purification and Desalination (10/22)

Past Speaking of Water Series by Year

September 2023

2023 Schedule

2022

• Speaking of Water Series: How much per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) do households contribute to municipal wastewater (3/8/2024)
  How much per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) do households contribute to municipal wastewater Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are toxic,…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: How much per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) do households contribute to municipal wastewater (3/8/2024)
• Speaking of Water Series: Cows, Crops, and the Colorado: Thirsty Practices in a Time of Crisis (9/12/2023)
  Cows, Crops, and the Colorado: Thirsty Practices in a Time of Crisis The unprecedented decline of the Colorado River has…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: Cows, Crops, and the Colorado: Thirsty Practices in a Time of Crisis (9/12/2023)
• Rapid Response to the Norfolk Southern Chemical Spill and Chemical Fires in East Palestine, Ohio
  Rapid Response to the Norfolk Southern Chemical Spill and Chemical Fires in East Palestine, Ohio In February 2023, a Norfolk…Continue Reading Rapid Response to the Norfolk Southern Chemical Spill and Chemical Fires in East Palestine, Ohio
• Water Rights and Water Wrongs: Rethinking Equity in California
  Water Rights and Water Wrongs: Rethinking Equity in California Legally-established water rights have long been a foundation for allocation and…Continue Reading Water Rights and Water Wrongs: Rethinking Equity in California
• Water UCI Colloquium Series: The Storm Before the Calm: Stormwater Capture as a Means of Addressing Racism and Environmental Injustice in LA | 03/29/23 at 12 PM
  The Storm Before the Calm: Stormwater Capture as a Means of Addressing Racism and Environmental Injustice in LA America’s legacy…Continue Reading Water UCI Colloquium Series: The Storm Before the Calm: Stormwater Capture as a Means of Addressing Racism and Environmental Injustice in LA | 03/29/23 at 12 PM
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  Water UCI Colloquium Series: Getting the Lead Out with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law | 02/21/23 at 12 PM
  Getting the Lead Out with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law This webinar will focus on NRDC’s work on the implementation of…Continue Reading Water UCI Colloquium Series: Getting the Lead Out with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law | 02/21/23 at 12 PM
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  2022 Water Works Career Expo (11/14/22)
  2022 Water Works Career Expo SPONSORS: Discover the extraordinary range of career opportunities within the water sector! Meet employers who…Continue Reading 2022 Water Works Career Expo (11/14/22)
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  Speaking of Water Series: Global climate change and water conflict—where might we be headed? (6/1/22)
  Global Climate Change and Water Conflict—where might we be headed? Climate change is worsening freshwater-related disputes across our planet. Examples…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: Global climate change and water conflict—where might we be headed? (6/1/22)
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  Speaking of Water Series: Privatization of Water: Will it Bring Greater Social Equity? (1/27/22)
  Privatization of Water: Will it Bring Greater Social Equity? Engage in the debate that explores the pros and cons of…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: Privatization of Water: Will it Bring Greater Social Equity? (1/27/22)
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  Speaking of Water Series: Toward a More Inclusive 21st Century Water Sector: Opportunities for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement (3/30/22)
  Toward a More Inclusive 21st Century Water Sector:Opportunities for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement How do water agencies and the industry,…Continue Reading Speaking of Water Series: Toward a More Inclusive 21st Century Water Sector: Opportunities for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement (3/30/22)

2021

• Water UCI Colloquium Series: Antifouling Nanobubbles for Water Purification and Desalination (10/22)
  Antifouling Nanobubbles for Water Purification and Desalination Nanobubbles typically have a diameter in the range of 20 to 1100 nm and can persist for weeks in aqueous environments. A first principles theory that shows that a process that makes stable nanobubbles seem improbable, microbubble shrinkage, is responsible for not only their stability but also their…Continue Reading Water UCI Colloquium Series: Antifouling Nanobubbles for Water Purification and Desalination (10/22)
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  Water UCI Colloquium Series: Quantifying Drinking Water Quality Risk and Solutions in California – A Statewide Assessment | 05/18/21 at 12 PM
  Greg Pierce, Associate Director of the Luskin Center for Innovation, faculty member in the Department of Urban Planning and the co-director of the UCLA Water Resources Faculty group This talk discusses the methodology and results of California’s inaugural statewide needs assessment for drinking water quality and affordability. The needs assessment, led by the State Water Board…Continue Reading Water UCI Colloquium Series: Quantifying Drinking Water Quality Risk and Solutions in California – A Statewide Assessment | 05/18/21 at 12 PM
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  Water UCI Colloquium: Tapping into the Future – Potable Reuse in Tomorrow’s World | 05/07 10:30 AM PST
  Please RSVP below. Dr. Rabia Chaudhry is the National Water Reuse Expert at the US EPA, where she provides technical leadership for the Water Reuse Team within the Office of Water.  She is a licensed Professional Engineer with over a decade of experience in a range of domestic and international urban water infrastructure and policy…Continue Reading Water UCI Colloquium: Tapping into the Future – Potable Reuse in Tomorrow’s World | 05/07 10:30 AM PST
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  Water UCI Colloquium Series: Remediation, Regulation, Reform – What we’re doing about PFAS in our water
  Water UCI Colloquium Series: Remediation, Regulation, Reform: What we’re doing about PFAS in our water Click here to view the event recording.  …Continue Reading Water UCI Colloquium Series: Remediation, Regulation, Reform – What we’re doing about PFAS in our water
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  Water Colloquium Series: Trading Water in California: Past, Present, and Future(s)
  Andrew Ayres is a Research Fellow at the Public Policy Institute of California. His main areas of research include environmental and natural resource economics, institutional economics, applied econometrics, and water economics and policy….Continue Reading Water Colloquium Series: Trading Water in California: Past, Present, and Future(s)

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