In this riveting episode of The Tech Humanist Show, Kate O’Neill sits down with Aimee’ Killeen and Chuck Greely, two pivotal figures in the water sector, to explore the confluence of technology, environmental science, and water management. Aimee’ Killeen, President of the Water Environment Federation (WEF) and COO of Providence Engineering and Environmental Group, shares her personal connection to the Gulf Coast and how it fuels her commitment to ensuring clean water for all. She discusses the challenges of water scarcity, the impact of infrastructure funding, and the importance of public awareness in the water sector.

Chuck Greely, Assistant Division Leader of DUDEK’s Engineering Group and President of the California Water Environment Association, brings his insights on the future of water sustainability in the face of climate change. From the “silver tsunami” of retiring water professionals to the potential of AI to revolutionize the water industry, Chuck offers a hopeful yet pragmatic view of what lies ahead.

Together, they paint a vivid picture of the water challenges we face, the technological innovations that could help overcome them, and the vital role of mentorship and community engagement in building a sustainable water future.

Dive into this episode to discover how the water sector is navigating its way towards a future where the best thing since clean water is the technology and human ingenuity preserving it.