Saravanamuthu Vigneswaran, an emeritus professor from the University of Technology, Sydney discusses household water filters for removing arsenic and other pollutants in Vietnam.

Saravanamuthu Vigneswaran, an emeritus professor from the University of Technology, Sydney discusses household water filters for removing arsenic and other pollutants in Vietnam.

The Australian Water Association's Podcast Series brings you water industry information, projects and research from professionals working in Australia and abroad.

The Australian Water Association's Podcast Series brings you water industry information, projects and research from professionals working in Australia and abroad.

Australian Water Association Podcast Series Archive

The Australian Water Association's Accelerating Action Podcast Series brings you water industry information, projects and research from professionals working in Australia and abroad. Recorded during Ozwater'24, hosts Jo Taranto and Justin Matters interview key water professionals on their career, achievements, promising research and more.

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The Australian Water Association's Accelerating Action Podcast Series brings you water industry information, projects and research from professionals working in Australia and abroad. Recorded during Ozwater'24, hosts Jo Taranto and Justin Matters interview key water professionals on their career, achievements, promising research and more.
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Australian Water Association Podcast - Accelerating Action

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Saravanamuthu Vigneswaran on household water filters for removing arsenic and other pollutants in Vietnam

In the latest episode of the Accelerating Action podcast, Greg Rafferty (Social Inclusion Manager) and Rebecca Smith (Stakeholder and Social Inclusion Manager), both from John Holland sit down with the Australian Water Association to discuss social inclusion in the water sector. 

The discussion explores how creating employment opportunities for people facing barriers, such as refugees or those with disabilities, can transform lives and benefit the industry. The conversation covers the challenges of implementing social inclusion strategies, the positive impact on project teams, and how diverse backgrounds contribute to problem-solving and innovation. Both Greg and Rebecca stress the importance of collaboration, starting with small changes, and the need for a mindset shift to embrace diversity and inclusion within the workforce. 

In the latest episode of the Accelerating Action podcast, Greg Rafferty (Social Inclusion Manager) and Rebecca Smith (Stakeholder and Social Inclusion Manager), both from John Holland sit down with the Australian Water Association to discuss social inclusion in the water sector. 
The discussion explores how creating employment opportunities for people facing barriers, such as refugees or those with disabilities, can transform lives and benefit the industry. The conversation covers the challenges of implementing social inclusion strategies, the positive impact on project teams, and how diverse backgrounds contribute to problem-solving and innovation. Both Greg and Rebecca stress the importance of collaboration, starting with small changes, and the need for a mindset shift to embrace diversity and inclusion within the workforce.

Greg Rafferty and Rebecca Smith of John Holland speak about social inclusion

Social Inclusion with Greg Rafferty and Rebecca Smith of John Holland

In the latest episode of the Accelerating Action podcast, Nick Freeman (Engineering Manager) and Voon Chin (Planning Development and Completions Manager), both from John Holland sit down with the Australian Water Association to discuss the circular economy and its application to the water sector.

Circularity, often linked to sustainability, involves creating value from waste, such as transforming waste streams into useful products. Speaking to examples from John Holland projects, such as using worm farms to treat septic waste and co-digestion systems, Nick and Voon emphasise the importance of collaboration and innovation.  

Challenges like cost, risk management, and the need for collaboration across industries are also discussed, with a particular focus on opportunities like food waste management, biogas reintegration, and hydrogen production as future directions for utilities and water treatment. 

In the latest episode of the Accelerating Action podcast, Nick Freeman (Engineering Manager) and Voon Chin (Planning Development and Completions Manager), both from John Holland sit down with the Australian Water Association to discuss the circular economy and its application to the water sector. 
Circularity, often linked to sustainability, involves creating value from waste, such as transforming waste streams into useful products. Speaking to examples from John Holland projects, such as using worm farms to treat septic waste and co-digestion systems, Nick and Voon emphasise the importance of collaboration and innovation.  
Challenges like cost, risk management, and the need for collaboration across industries are also discussed, with a particular focus on opportunities like food waste management, biogas reintegration, and hydrogen production as future directions for utilities and water treatment.

Circular Economy with Nick Freeman and Voon Chin of John Holland

In the latest episode of the Accelerating Action podcast, Keith Dimech (Environment and Sustainability Manager) and Aaron Sacagio (National Environment and Sustainability Manager for Infrastructure and Major Projects), both from John Holland sit down with the Australian Water Association to discuss sustainability challenges in the construction and water industries.

The water sector is facing significant challenges and advancements in sustainability, particularly in decarbonisation to meet government targets and in understanding complex carbon footprints. Aaron and Keith emphasise the need for early engagement, collaboration, and the use of innovative materials to reduce carbon emissions without relying heavily on offsets.  

Imminent changes in Scope 3 reporting legislation are impacting the industry, highlighting the importance of standardising data collection and reporting. The sector is also shifting towards research, development, and technology-agnostic approaches to achieve its sustainability goals. 

In the latest episode of the Accelerating Action podcast, Keith Dimech (Environment and Sustainability Manager) and Aaron Sacagio (National Environment and Sustainability Manager for Infrastructure and Major Projects), both from John Holland sit down with the Australian Water Association to discuss sustainability challenges in the construction and water industries. 
The water sector is facing significant challenges and advancements in sustainability, particularly in decarbonisation to meet government targets and in understanding complex carbon footprints. Aaron and Keith emphasise the need for early engagement, collaboration, and the use of innovative materials to reduce carbon emissions without relying heavily on offsets.  
Imminent changes in Scope 3 reporting legislation are impacting the industry, highlighting the importance of standardising data collection and reporting. The sector is also shifting towards research, development, and technology-agnostic approaches to achieve its sustainability goals.

Keith Dimech (Environment and Sustainability Manager) and Aaron Sacagio (National Environment and Sustainability Manager for Infrastructure and Major Projects), both from John Holland sit down with the Australian Water Association to discuss sustainability challenges in the construction and water industries.

Saravanamuthu Vigneswaran on household water filters for removing arsenic and other pollutants in Vietnam

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