In this episode of Waterfall, Mike and Karen speak to Dan Angelescu, founder of Fluidion, about the cutting-edge technology being used to monitor water quality in Paris ahead of the Olympics.

They explore how real-time monitoring is helping track pollution levels in the River Seine, the challenges cities face with sewage and stormwater, and whether the river is truly safe for swimming. Dan also explains how new technology can detect bacteria more accurately than traditional lab methods and what that could mean for the future of water quality monitoring worldwide.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction 00:00:53 – What Fluidion does 00:02:16 – Why the Seine isn’t safe to swim 00:03:39 – Global water monitoring 00:04:49 – Real-time alerts and data 00:06:01 – Olympic clean-up efforts 00:08:23 – Hidden pollution sources 00:10:09 – New tech vs lab testing 00:12:01 – Rethinking water safety standards

In this episode of Waterfall, Mike and Karen are joined by Janine Shackleton to explain what customers should expect from their water companies. From accurate bills and reliable water supply to customer service standards, they break down the Guaranteed Standards of Service and when customers may be entitled to compensation if things go wrong.

They also discuss where to find information about your rights, why it’s important to speak up if you’re unhappy with your service, and share practical water-saving tips from everyday life.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction 01:34 – What to Expect from Your Water Company 03:00 – Guaranteed Service Standards 05:09 – Compensation for Sewer Flooding 06:50 – Supply Interruptions and Payments 10:06 – Personal Water Use & Saving Tips

In this special live episode of Waterfall, recorded at the Institute of Water’s Annual Conference 2023, the team explores the theme “Trust in Water” and why trust is so important when it comes to saving water. Guests include Nicci Russell, CEO of Waterwise, and Nicholas Adjei, Deputy Chief Inspector at the Drinking Water Inspectorate, who discuss why trust matters for water conservation, the value of tap water, and the challenges facing the water sector in maintaining public confidence.

The full-length edition of this episode was originally released on 15/09/2023.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Live show intro

• 00:01:44 – Meet the team

• 00:02:17 – Talk with Nicci Russell (CEO, Waterwise)

• 00:06:16 – Talk with Nicholas Adjei (Deputy Chief Inspector, DWI)

• 00:12:23 – Outro and thanks

In this episode of Waterfall Rapids, Mike and Karen are joined by Evan Joanette, water market specialist and consumer advocate at MOSL, to explore how businesses use water and the vital role they play in reducing demand. Together, they discuss how smarter water use can cut costs, save energy, and reduce carbon emissions, while easing pressure on water resources during times of drought.

Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction and guest welcome

01:40 – What MOSL does and how the business water market works

02:55 – Why business water use matters

04:18 – Practical ways businesses can save and reuse water

05:42 – Trade effluent and responsible drainage

08:10 – Personal water use and simple saving tips

In this episode of Waterfall Rapids, Mike and Karen are joined by Alastair Chisholm, Director of Policy at CIWEM (The Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management), for a detailed and stimulating discussion on water’s relationship with the wider natural world. Together, they explore why conscientious water use matters, the growing pressures on the UK’s water resources, and how individual actions can help protect both the environment and future supplies.

00:00 – Introduction and guest welcome 00:47 – Why saving water matters 02:06 – Future water demand and infrastructure challenges 03:13 – One litre saved = one litre back to the environment 04:35 – Balancing the needs of people and nature 05:28 – Rethinking water storage: land, soil and trees 07:31 – Reasons for optimism and the need for action 09:16 – Reflections and conclusion

In this episode of Waterfall Rapids, Mike and Karen are joined by Steph and Nathan from WaterWise, an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting water efficiency across the UK. They share insights on why using water wisely matters, practical tips for saving water at home, from checking for leaky toilets to smart shower habits, and ideas for making everyday choices that help both your bills and the planet.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction 02:08 – Why water efficiency matters 06:50 – Toilet tips 09:21 – Everyday household tips 11:28 – Conclusion

In this episode of Waterfall Rapids, Mike and Karen are joined by our Policy Manager, Janine Shackleton, for a chat on the help available for those in vulnerable circumstances regarding their water use.

In this episode of Waterfall Rapids, Mike & Karen head back indoors to offer tons of tips to help you save water within the biggest domestic drain of all: the bathroom! The full length edition of this episode was originally released on 2/9/2022.