

Water Values Podcast
Dave McGimpsey
The Water Values Podcast series is presented in collaboration with Bluefield Research. This podcast series explores water issues from a variety of perspectives with the goal of uncovering the true value of water. Each episode will delve into one aspect of water, such as water utilities, water treatment, water resources, water reuse, and more.
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Apr 4, 2017 • 46min
Fertilizer and Water Quality
Mark Slavens of Scotts Miracle-Gro discusses how fertilizer affects water quality. Mark shares a tremendous amount of knowledge on fertilizers and tips to ensure that you aren’t contributing to water quality problems when fertilizing your lawn, as well as some practical advice on watering your lawn (hint: you probably don’t need to water your lawn as much as you do).
Reese Tisdale discusses a number of recently closed M&A water deals in our Bluefield on Tap segment.

Mar 21, 2017 • 0sec
TWV 098 – John Fleck on the Importance of Water Journalism and Western Water Myths
John Fleck, Director of the University of New Mexico’s Water Resources Program, author and retired water journalist, joins The Water Values Podcast for a discussion of water journalism and why it (and other areas of journalism) are so important to a citizenry understanding their government. He also delves into his journey where he flipped from seeing a water apocalypse to seeing a world where adaptation and collaboration have produced tremendous water success stories.

Mar 21, 2017 • 38min
On the Importance of Water Journalism and Western Water Myths
John Fleck, Director of the University of New Mexico’s Water Resources Program, author and retired water journalist, joins The Water Values Podcast for a discussion of water journalism and why it (and other areas of journalism) are so important to a citizenry understanding their government. He also delves into his journey where he flipped from seeing a water apocalypse to seeing a world where adaptation and collaboration have produced tremendous water success stories.

Mar 7, 2017 • 49min
The Impact of Energy Development on Water Use
Susquehanna River Basin Commission (SRBC) General Counsel Jason Oyler provides a fascinating look at how the SRBC sprung into action when unconventional gas drilling (i.e., fracking) started in the Susquehanna River Basin. Jason covers how the SRBC promulgated rules quickly, addressed the quantity and location of water used, implemented a system of low flow pass-bys, and monitored water quality.
Reese Tisdale discusses current water market conditions in the energy sector in our Bluefield on Tap segment.

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TWV 097 – The Impact of Energy Development on Water Use with Jason Oyler
Susquehanna River Basin Commission (SRBC) General Counsel Jason Oyler provides a fascinating look at how the SRBC sprung into action when unconventional gas drilling (i.e., fracking) started in the Susquehanna River Basin. Jason covers how the SRBC promulgated rules quickly, addressed the quantity and location of water used, implemented a system of low flow pass-bys, and monitored water quality.
Reese Tisdale discusses current water market conditions in the energy sector in our Bluefield on Tap segment.

Feb 21, 2017 • 37min
Current Issues with the Clean Water Act
Mark Ryan, a former top US EPA attorney now in private practice, provides an insider’s view on the Clean Water Act and several important developments affecting the Clean Water Act. Apart from his outstanding analysis of three pending cases (Waters of the U.S. Rule, Water Transfer Rule, and Des Moines), Mark also fills us in on some general administrative law issues (the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017) and his thoughts on how the Trump administration might handle these issues.

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TWV 096 – Current Issues with the Clean Water Act with Mark Ryan
Mark Ryan, a former top US EPA attorney now in private practice, provides an insider’s view on the Clean Water Act and several important developments affecting the Clean Water Act. Apart from his outstanding analysis of three pending cases (Waters of the U.S. Rule, Water Transfer Rule, and Des Moines), Mark also fills us in on some general administrative law issues (the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017) and his thoughts on how the Trump administration might handle these issues.

Feb 7, 2017 • 0sec
Plumbing, Pipes, and Plastics: Working Towards Safer Drinking Water
Dr. Andy Whelton joins The Water Values Podcast and discusses how utilities use plastics for pipe repair, rehabilitation, and replacement. Andy also dives into some new research with funding from a coalition of the U.S. EPA, schools, utilities, and others. Take a listen to understand how plastics are helping deliver drinking water to your home.

Jan 17, 2017 • 44min
Impactful Infrastructure
John Williams, Chairman and CEO of Impact Infrastructure, Inc., joins The Water Values Podcast and discusses economic assessment of infrastructure projects. John’s insight into how utility (and other public and private) decision-makers can implement infrastructure projects in a manner that optimizes financial, social and environmental returns on investment is invaluable.

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TWV 094 – Impactful Infrastructure with John Williams
John Williams, Chairman and CEO of Impact Infrastructure, Inc., joins The Water Values Podcast and discusses economic assessment of infrastructure projects. John’s insight into how utility (and other public and private) decision-makers can implement infrastructure projects in a manner that optimizes financial, social and environmental returns on investment is invaluable.


