How PPPs Work in the Water Sector

public-private partnerships in water

What if the solution to one of humanity’s most fundamental challenges lies not in choosing between public responsibility and private enterprise, but in their deliberate fusion? The global water crisis, affecting nearly 771 million people who lack basic access, presents a paradox of scale and complexity. Modern purification plants and delivery networks demand immense capital … Read more

Water Access in Urban Heat Islands

urban heat islands and water access

What if a simple map of taps, fountains, and shade could save lives when temperatures spike in my city? I share a practical, city-first playbook on urban heat islands and water access built from data and field-tested examples. My aim is to help cities protect people now while planning long-term resilience. Heat waves are more … Read more

Is Privatizing Water Systems Beneficial?

privatization of water systems

The water privatization debate is getting hot as more private companies take over water utilities. This is very clear in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission now looks after a huge number of private water systems. We need to ask if moving to privatization is really good for everyone. There are two main views in … Read more