waste(d)water

Waste(d)water, a groundbreaking podcast from The Nature Conservancy, exposes one of the world's dirtiest secrets: wastewater pollution. Eighty percent of global wastewater enters our waterways without adequate treatment, taking a toll on both human and ecological health. In this series, we invite experts from across disciplines and geographies to unpack this complex challenge and share real-world solutions. From resource recovery to community engagement to green infrastructure, we can reshape how we perceive and manage wastewater.

waste(d)water is a science podcast hosted by The Nature Conservancy, with 7 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #7

  7. Why aren't we collaborating? Silos, sewage & solutions

  Nov 18, 202532 minS1

  <p>Why are public health and ecological health protection efforts so siloed – and do cross-sector wastewater management solutions exist? In this episode of The Nature Conservancy’s waste(d)water podcast, host Sydney Bezanson explores how WASH and conservation sectors can collaborate on wastewater management for the health of both people and nature. Experts share insights on enabling conditions, financing strategies, and innovative models like water funds that unite stakeholders for resilient water systems. We hear from Kate Harawa and Kelly Latham from the non-profit Water for People, Haleemah Qureshi from the non-profit Aquaya and Maria Cristina De La Paz from...

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  Episode #6

  6. Making the case for nature-based wastewater solutions (featuring Reef Exchanges)

  Oct 23, 202531 minS1

  <p>Can green infrastructure play a vital role in improving wastewater management solutions? In this segment of the waste(d)water podcast, we feature a special episode from Reef Exchanges, a podcast produced by The Nature Conservancy’s Reef Resilience Network. Each edition of Reef Exchanges features an in-depth discussion around the latest developments in marine science and management, linking strategies and insights to concrete actions and useful tools. In this episode, hosts Henry Borrebach andKristen Maize speak with Dr. Rob McDonald, Lead Scientist for Nature-based Solutions at The Nature Conservancy. They introduce nature-based solutions (NbS) as an alternative - an...

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  Episode #5

  5. Liquid assets: The rise of recycled water

  Sep 24, 202535 minS1

  <p>Could wastewater become our most valuable water source? In this episode of The Nature Conservancy’s waste(d)water podcast, host Kassie Morton explores how Florida is leading the way in recycling wastewater to combat water scarcity, protect ecosystems, and support agriculture. Featuring insights from experts in utilities, conservation, and agriculture, guests Lynn Spivey, Kerry Kates and Garrett Wallace dive into the science, safety, and public perception of water reuse—including potable applications. Discover how reclaimed water is reshaping infrastructure, policy, and community engagement, and why it’s a key solution for climate resilience. Tune in to learn how wastew...

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  Episode #4

  4. Burden or benefit? Recovering resources from wastewater

  Sep 10, 202552 minS1

  <p>Could the waste we flush power our homes and grow our food? In this episode of The Nature Conservancy’s waste(d)water podcast, host Kassie Morton explores the surprising potential of domestic wastewater and how biosolids and biogas can transform pollution into renewable energy, sustainable fertilizer, and climate solutions. From cutting-edge tech like the NEWgenerator to community-led models in Haiti, Drs. Daniel Yeh and Sasha Kramer and policy expert Maile Lono-Batura uncover how circular sanitation can protect ecosystems, boost food security, and reduce emissions. We also dive into how challenges like PFAS contamination, financing and public perception persist. Tu...

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  Episode #3

  3. The price of pollution: Wastewater's surprising drain on the economy

  Aug 27, 202525 minS1

  <p>Untreated wastewater isn’t just an environmental crisis — it’s an economic one. In this episode of The Nature Conservancy’s waste(d)water podcast, host Kassie Morton learns from experts Jasmine Fournier from the Ocean Sewage Alliance, Shivangi Jain from Economist Impact, and Lindsay Stradley from Fresh Life, as they unpack the hidden financial toll of wastewater pollution across fisheries, agriculture, and human health. Drawing from a groundbreaking report, they reveal billions in annual losses across five countries, where innovative sanitation models are reshaping urban resilience. The episode explores how quantifying these costs can drive smarter investments, policy reform...

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