In Episode 2 of HEAT, we discuss one of the most critical and paradoxical challenges of the climate crisis: water.

While water is essential for life, it has become a double-edged sword in the face of climate change. On one hand, we face the devastating impacts of floodings that destroy communities, infrastructure, and livelihoods. On the other, we face the scarcity of water - droughts that threaten agriculture, ecosystems, and access to clean drinking water.

How can we achieve water resilience in a rapidly changing world?

In this episode, David Wortmann of DWR eco sits down with Ingrid Timboe, Vice Executive Director of the Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA), to explore the complexities of water management. Together, they discuss the urgent need for innovative strategies to address both flooding and drought, and how better water governance, infrastructure, and technology can help build resilience. Ingrid shares insights why water must be at the center of climate adaptation efforts.

Meanwhile, Nikolaus Samios of PT1 speaks with Mulundu Sichone, Founder & CEO of PYDRO, a pioneering company tackling one of the most overlooked aspects of water management: the staggering loss of water in distribution networks. On average, 30% of the world’s water is lost due to leaks and inefficiencies caused by outdated technology and a lack of data. This not only exacerbates water scarcity - already affecting over 4 billion people for at least one month per year, according to the UN - but also leads to unnecessary energy costs and CO2 emissions. PYDRO is revolutionizing water networks with its self-powered monitoring and sensing solutions. By making water networks smarter and more efficient, the company is helping to reduce water loss, lower energy consumption, and cut CO2 emissions, all while ensuring more reliable access to this precious resource.

Tune in to Episode 2 of HEAT - Beyond 1.5 to explore how we can navigate climate adaptation and uncover solutions for a more resilient future.