S9E10 - The 5 Rules To a Successful Direct Lithium Extraction Adventure

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00:00 In This Week's Episode

01:49 David Sedlak's "Water for All"

03:59 Introducing David Sedlak

05:50 What did "Water 4.0" accomplish over the past 10 years?

08:20 What led to the Writing of "Water for All"?

11:17 What prevents us from solving the 6 Water Crises?

13:01 How do we zoom out to find the right holistic solution?

14:40 At what level shall we reach this holistic view of the challenge?

15:56 What's the public's understanding of the water crises ahead?

18:25 Do we educate the public enough on the water crises ahead?

23:00 Where on earth can we already see the Future in action?

24:39 How could we better support water tech early adopters?

27:31 Are we using our limited financial means efficiently?

31:54 What's the space for innovative solution-driven approaches?

34:45 What's to save from the 2023 UN Water Conference

38:17 Can we achieve SDG6? By when?

40:32 Should we support access to water to avoid massive water migration?

42:14 What's the role of water in geopolitical conflicts?

43:56 What's the role of technology in solving the water crises?

49:51 Who needs to read the book?

52:16 What's one story that stands out in the book?

53:59 Are you a change maker?

56:14 Rapid Fire Questions

#WaterCrises #WaterBook #WaterPolicy

About this Podcast: Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this video is for you.

enMarch 06, 2024

S10E17 - The Do’s and Don’ts of Rural Water Supply (100 Days after MrBeast's Big Splash)

If you're wondering how to do water development even better (having seen MrBeast's 100 Wells for Africa masterpiece), listen to this!

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Kerstin's website: https://ask-for-water.ch/

Skat foundation's website: https://skat-foundation.ch/

Rural Water Supply Network's website: https://www.rural-water-supply.net/en/

RWSN's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@rural-water-supply-network

My full blog article: https://dww.show/the-dos-and-donts-of-rural-water-supply-100-days-after-mrbeasts-big-splash/

My comments on MrBeast's Video: https://youtu.be/Gyd1RaIF4tU?si=C5Ma3VCcpf53PS4E

My two cents on Water Charities: https://youtu.be/MI2J2oRszCA?si=SuEBr7Kecw88Hf6w

David Danberger's TED Talk: https://youtu.be/HGiHU-agsGY?si=Va9joHecXvmSmBis

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00:00 In This Week's Episode

01:48 2400 Stadiums Full for a Water Story!

05:41 Introducing Kirsten Danert & Sean Furey

10:14 549 Million People in Rural Areas don't have access to Water

13:59 Is it Safe to drink Groundwater without Treatment?

15:50 What are the steps that Precede and Follow the Drilling of a Well?

19:47 Do Local Communities still trust Governments for their Access to Water?

21:54 What is the Lifetime of an NGO-installed Handpump in Sub-Saharan Africa?

27:17 Is Finance the main Road Block in terms of access to Safe Water?

28:49 Why can't we solve the apparently "simple" economic equation of access to Safe Water?

35:05 Should we defocus from water in order to better solve... water?

39:27 Would Generalizing micro-credit approaches be a viable solution?

41:59 Is "Money" clever enough to understand the full cycle of a Water Development Project?

48:58 What are 3 "DOs" and 3 "DON'Ts" of Water Development Projects?

51:25 What does it change that MrBeast focuses 155 Million people's attention on water development?

54:49 Rapid Fire Questions

#WaterDevelopment #sdg6

About the Podcast:

Welcome to the (don't) Waste Water podcast! In each episode, Antoine Walter from DWW Media shares water, wastewater & water entrepreneurship stories. This show will teach you the water industry like you've never seen it. If you're asking how the water sector will overcome the water crises ahead, this podcast is for you.

enFebruary 28, 2024

WTF is Happening with Water Stocks?

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Diving into the world of water stocks is like riding a roller coaster that's mostly going down. Imagine putting your hard-earned money into companies that promise to clean water or make our water use smarter, only to find out later that your investment has shrunk big time!

And the other way round: imagine you've worked decades to build a water company, and you're turning it public, and its valuation is only going down, and down, and even more down...

I looked into 50-ish listed water tech companies to get to the bottom of what's happening with water stocks. It's not about pointing out any bad apples; it's about understanding a trend where even the companies that were supposed to be the next big thing in water tech are struggling to keep their stock prices from dropping.

Why is this happening? It's not because these companies aren't trying to do great things for our planet. They are!

But turning groundbreaking water technology into a successful business is a long and bumpy road. Plus, many investors jump in excited by the big promises but bail out when they realize it's not a quick win. This leaves these pioneering water tech companies in a tough spot. They need money to grow and make their technologies work on a big scale, but if their stock prices fall, getting that money becomes really hard.

So, what can they, you, we do? We need to get smarter about investing in water tech. We need to understand that backing these companies is not just for a quick profit but for helping them build something that matters - which in turn, don't worry, will turn in money.

#WaterStocks #WaterInvestment #WaterTech

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enFebruary 21, 2024

S10E16 - The Secret Formula for Profit in Water Tech Ventures (Tom Ferguson's Unfair Advantage)

with 🎙️ Tom Ferguson - Founder and Managing Partner @ Burnt Island Ventures

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Main Idea: Venture capital plays a crucial role in supporting water entrepreneurs and fostering innovation in the water sector, emphasizing the need for strategic investment and entrepreneurial agility to address the pressing challenges and opportunities within the industry.

Burnt Island Ventures: Burnt Island Ventures is a specialist early-stage fund for the water sector that finds, funds, and supports the best founders in water. Under Tom Ferguson's lead, BIV ignited a "water fire" from its first $30 million fund that closed in early 2022, and now holds stakes in 16 companies (such as ZwitterCo, Aclarity, Ziptility or Daupler)

Key Ideas:

Venture Capital in the Water Sector: Burnt Island Ventures applies venture capital principles to the water industry, aiming to identify and support startups that can significantly impact water sustainability and management.
Entrepreneurial Approach to Water Challenges: Tom Ferguson's journey from the Carbon Disclosure Project to Burnt Island Ventures illustrates the entrepreneurial mindset needed to tackle water-related challenges innovatively.
Tom's unfair advantage: Having intensively worked with water entrepreneurs at Imagine H2O, before and beyond, BIV's Managing Partner knows what to look for in a successful water entrepreneur and hence can improve repeatability in company performances
Investment Philosophy and Strategy: Burnt Island Ventures' strategy focuses on identifying startups with the potential for significant impact, emphasizing the importance of entrepreneurial market fit and the ability to navigate the unique challenges of the water industry.
Future of Water Entrepreneurship: The discussion suggests a growing interest and opportunity in water-related ventures driven by increasing challenges in water management and sustainability efforts.

Summary: Tom Ferguson's discussion provides an in-depth look at how venture capital can catalyze innovation in the water sector. Starting with his background in sustainability and the Carbon Disclosure Project, Ferguson outlines his journey to founding Burnt Island Ventures, motivated by the potential to make a significant impact on water management through strategic investments. The firm's distributed team structure and focus on digital workflows reflect modern business practices, allowing for flexibility and a global perspective on water challenges. Ferguson emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurial market fit and the unique approach Burnt Island Ventures takes in selecting startups for investment, including the critical role of understanding the water sector's complexities and potential for innovation. The conversation also highlights the growing trend of water entrepreneurship, driven by the urgent need for sustainable water solutions and the opportunities for venture capital to support transformative technologies and business models in this space.

Links:

🔗 Have a look at Burnt Island Ventures' website

🔗 Read the BIV Blog

🔗 Listen to the Fundamental Molecule

🔗 Read Brian Iversen's article I refer to in the introduction

🔗 Come say hi to Tom on LinkedIn

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enFebruary 14, 2024

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S10E15 - Micro-Dosed Lithium: Tap Water's Health Hack?

with 🎙️ Sudhir Gadh - CEO & Founder @ Third Element Water

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Micro-dosed Lithium is a surprisingly under-researched field of water science, yet it seems to present a wealth of advantages (as I discovered in this deep dive that kind of fell on me!)

Adding a micro-dose of lithium to tap water could offer numerous health benefits, including improved heart function, bone formation, obesity and diabetes management, reduced risks of Alzheimer's, and more, due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Unique Insights

Lithium, at micro-doses, is linked to a wide array of health benefits, including lower rates of suicide, homicide, and various chronic diseases, without significant reported adverse effects.
Despite the potential health benefits of micro-dosed lithium, there is a notable lack of regulation and research into its use in drinking water, highlighting a gap in public health policies.
The historical stigma associated with lithium, primarily due to its use in treating severe mental disorders, may contribute to the current lack of traction for micro-dosed lithium as a health supplement.

Key Ideas

Health Benefits of Lithium: Studies suggest that micro-doses of lithium in drinking water can lead to lower rates of suicide, homicide, and Alzheimer's disease. It has also been linked to greater overall wellness, enhanced cognitive abilities, and a potential slowing down of aging processes.
Lithium's Regulatory Void: Despite its potential benefits, there are no specific regulations regarding the presence of lithium in drinking water, leading to a lack of awareness and control over its consumption.
Historical Context: The use of lithium in beverages and medical treatments in the past led to both therapeutic benefits and health controversies, influencing current perceptions and regulations of its use.
Current Research and Evidence: Recent studies continue to support the health benefits of lithium, yet there remains a significant gap in research, especially regarding its low-dose effects and potential adverse outcomes.
The Role of Bottled Mineral Water: Some bottled waters naturally contain lithium in micro-doses, yet there is no obligation to label or promote this fact, leaving consumers unaware of their intake.

General Summary

This podcast episode delves into the surprising health benefits of adding a micro-dose of lithium to tap water, ranging from enhanced cardiac function and bone formation to reduced risks of various diseases. The conversation between the host and Sudhir Gadh, a psychiatrist and representative of Third Element Water, explores the scientific studies supporting these claims and the history of lithium's use and perception in society. Despite the evidence, there's a notable lack of regulation and research on lithium's low-dose use in drinking water, raising questions about public health policies. The episode also touches on the historical stigma around lithium, its depiction in popular culture, and the current opportunities and challenges in promoting its health benefits more widely.

Links:

🔗 Have a look at Third Element Water's Website: https://thirdelementwater.com/

🔗 Come say hi to Sudhir Gadh on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sudhir-gadh-844a5419/

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enFebruary 07, 2024

Full Interview - Sudhir Gadh - Micro-Dosed Lithium - Third Element Water

The detailed deep dive into micro-dosed lithium with context and research is in this week's main episode, so here's a bonus with my full interview with Sudhir Gadh, the CEO & Founder of Third Element Water.

Main Idea

Adding micro-dosed lithium to drinking water can significantly enhance health, from improving mental well-being and brain health to reducing the risk of chronic diseases, offering a simple yet profound way to boost public health through water mineralization.

Participants

Antoine Walter: Host.
Sudhir Gadh: CEO & Founder @ Third Element Water.

Third Element Water

Third Element Water is a company that specializes in bottling lithiated water found in West Texas. Their mission extends beyond selling water; they aim to raise awareness about the importance of mineral content in water, specifically highlighting lithium for its numerous health benefits.

Unique Insights

Micro-dosed lithium in drinking water has been linked to a range of health benefits, including improved mental health and reduced chronic disease risk, without the high costs or side effects associated with pharmaceutical interventions.
The presence of lithium in water sources worldwide suggests a natural basis for its health benefits, underscoring the potential for widespread, low-cost public health improvements.
The initiative challenges current norms and regulations surrounding drinking water, proposing a shift towards mineral-enhanced water for broader health benefits.

Key Ideas

Health Benefits of Lithium: Lithium, even in micro-doses, can improve electrical balance in the body, potentially offering benefits for conditions like COVID-19 and post-COVID syndrome, enhancing brain health, and promoting overall wellness.
Enhancing Water with Minerals: Sudhir Gadh discusses the concept of not just cleaning water but enhancing it with minerals like lithium, akin to practices with fluoride and chloride, to address deficiencies and improve public health.
Regulatory and Perception Challenges: The initiative faces challenges related to public perception and regulatory norms, as well as the need for education and awareness to overcome skepticism and embrace the health benefits of mineral-enhanced water.
Business and Deployment Strategy: Third Element Water aims to operate both B2C and B2B, selling their lithium-enhancement product directly to consumers and working with municipalities to improve public water supplies.

Key Points

Sudhir Gadh introduces Third Element Water and its focus on lithiated water.
Discussion on the broad health benefits of micro-dosed lithium in water.
Lithium's role alongside other minerals in enhancing water quality.
Challenges in changing public perception and regulatory standards for drinking water.
Strategy for deploying lithium-enhanced water solutions to the public and municipalities.

Quotes

"We are electrical beings, and so small amounts actually improve electrical balance immunologically."
"The latest research...is that there's less not just suicide, homicide, crime, Alzheimer's, psychosis, but there is greater wellness."
"We enhanced salt...we enhanced toothpaste and water now with fluoride. We're just moving to what's sensible."

Counter-Intuitive Facts

Lithium as a Health Enhancer: Commonly associated with treating bipolar disorder at high doses, lithium in micro-doses can significantly improve public health with minimal risk.
Enhancing Water to Improve Health: Unlike the conventional focus on removing contaminants, adding lithium and other minerals to water can address nutrient deficiencies and enhance health.
Accessible and Affordable Health Solution: Contrary to expectations, enhancing water with lithium is a low-cost strategy that could deliver significant health benefits without the need for expensive medical interventions.

Full Article: https://dww.show/micro-dosed-lithium-tap-waters-health-hack/

enFebruary 07, 2024

How to Make You Drink Human Waste (w. Better Arguments)

Video Version: https://youtu.be/8hjsmIyC9gg

Water reuse is crucial for addressing water scarcity and has many environmental, agricultural, and economic benefits. Yet, despite technological advancements and proven safety, public acceptance remains a challenge due to misconceptions and the importance of communication strategies.

What we'll discuss today:

🥹 The success of water reuse projects is significantly influenced by public perception and media coverage, with emotional appeals often outweighing rational arguments.

💪 Best practices for gaining public acceptance of water reuse include careful framing of the discussion, gradual implementation, and focusing on the treatment process rather than the water's source.

🈷️ The terminology used to describe reused water can greatly affect public acceptance, with terms emphasizing purity and quality being more favorable.

But also:

Technology and Safety of Water Reuse: Advances in water treatment technologies allow for the production of water that exceeds drinking standards, demonstrating that water reuse is a viable solution to water scarcity.
Public Perception and Media Influence: The case of Toowoomba illustrates how public opposition and negative media coverage can derail water reuse projects, emphasizing the need for effective communication and engagement strategies.
Economic and Environmental Benefits: Beyond addressing water scarcity, water reuse offers numerous benefits, including reduced pollution, enhanced agricultural productivity, and groundwater recharge.
Strategies for Public Acceptance: Drawing from cases like Singapore, strategies such as educating the media, using positive terminology, and showcasing successful examples are critical for overcoming resistance.
Importance of Gradual Implementation: Introducing reused water incrementally, starting with non-potable applications or industrial use, can help build public trust and acceptance over time.

#WaterReuse #WastewaterReuse #NEWater #ReclaimedWater #Reuse

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