The Water Council’s Post

As we celebrate The Water Council's 15th anniversary, Dean Amhaus, our founding president and CEO, reflects on our history, major milestones and future. Check out our blog for more on our impact over 15 years as the hub Where Water Works: https://lnkd.in/gr5NHTT2 #WhereWaterWorks #WorldWaterHub #WaterTechnology #WaterStewardship A. O. Smith Corporation Badger Meter Greater Milwaukee Committee MMAC Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Congrats to our member Xylem on the announcement of a $50 million expansion in its corporate venture capital investment! The additional fund will invest in startups and specialty VC funds, targeting companies that tackle climate-related problems of #WaterScarcity, #WaterQuality and #decarbonization. Xylem Innovation Labs is a strong partner of our BREW 2.0 Post-Accelerator. We appreciate Xylem's commitment to #innovation and #WaterTechnology! Sivan Zamir 🎗️ Brianne Nakamura, P.E. https://lnkd.in/dkRzNncb

We are excited to announce Zurn Elkay Water Solutions as the newest company joining our WAVE: Water Stewardship Verified program! Through WAVE, Zurn Elkay will improve its #WaterStewardship outcomes and reporting by assessing its water use, impact and risk across the enterprise. It will then undergo independent verification from SCS Global Services. Visit WAVEVerified.com to learn more. #JointheWAVE #WAVEVerified

If you missed our Demo Day event a couple of weeks ago, fear not! The recording is now available, introducing you to the amazing #WaterTechnology startups that are part of our BREW 2.0 2024 cohort. Hear from companies developing everything from #DigitalWater to micro-hydropower to waste-free hydration vending. Contact us if you're interested in hearing more about any of these companies, or visit thewatercouncil.com/BREW to learn more about our post-accelerator. Avivid Water Technology LLC CANN Forecast Diamidex GKinetic Energy Ltd Gross-Wen Technologies Kadeya Shower Stream SmartD Technologies https://lnkd.in/gH5bNvdv

Congratulations to our member Watts Water Technologies on the release of your 2023 Sustainability Report! Watts was the first company to become #WAVEVerified has shown a strong commitment to #WaterStewardship and The Water Council. Watts has reduced its global water usage at its facilities by over 100 million liters over the past 10 years, representing a 62% reduction in water use intensity since 2018. It has committed to continue to target 3% annual reductions through 2026. Watts is truly a water stewardship leader! https://lnkd.in/e7Y-_Ppq

For her latest View From Europe post, Beverley Ferrara talked to talent experts from the US, UK and Europe about their advice, tips and insights on strategic hiring practices for companies considering a push into the US. 💧Alex Mason of Jackson Hogg emphasizes the importance of being flexible and open to advice. 💧Amanda Daering of Newance suggests a forward-thinking approach. 💧Helle Fjord of SlaterConsult highlights the value of branding. We will discuss this topic more at our Overseas Members meeting on July 9. Please let us know if you're interested in attending! https://lnkd.in/gxJ7hkhf

Congratulations to BioForward, Inc. and the team that led the successful application of the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub for designation as a U.S. Economic Development Administration Tech Hub. Following a rigorous selection process, the EDA has awarded the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub with $49 million in federal grants to support transformative projects, affirming Wisconsin’s leadership in #biohealth technology and #PersonalizedMedicine. This is more proof of the innovation coming out of #Wisconsin! We are solving the world's challenges here in the Badger State. Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation MKE Tech Hub Coalition https://lnkd.in/g9MTEAxg