The Next Phase of the Water Services Industry: Why Scale Has Become a Strategic Advantage
As water risks become more complex, scale is emerging as a strategic advantage. The next wave of consolidation will be driven not by geographic expansion alone, but by the need to integrate local expertise, technology, finance and operational excellence into more resilient water platforms.
The WFD Turns 25: Time to Scale What Works—and Fix What Doesn’t
Europe’s Water Framework Directive turns 25 with a mixed record: a robust governance model, but slow delivery on outcomes. The real challenge now is not redesigning policy, but scaling execution—aligning funding, incentives, and cross-sector action to turn river basin plans into measurable impact.
Redefining Resilience in Desert Nations: Strategic Water Solutions for the Sustainable Transition in the Middle East
The Middle East is transforming water scarcity into opportunity. Through public-private partnerships, smart desalination, and bold governance reforms, countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are reshaping water resilience as a pillar of economic diversification, climate strategy, and regional diplomacy.
The Need for Proactiveness: Confronting Global Drought Risk with Vision and Innovation
Drought is no longer a slow-moving anomaly but a global risk with profound social, economic, and ecological implications. In light of the OECD’s Global Drought Outlook, this article calls for a proactive transformation in how we value, manage, and invest in water, before the crisis deepens beyond return.
Toward a Water-Secure Europe: A CEO’s Perspective on the EU Water Resilience Strategy
The EU Water Resilience Strategy marks a paradigm shift in how Europe addresses its growing water challenges. In this article, I reflect on the strategic importance of water as a driver of competitiveness, climate resilience, and social equity. From nature-based solutions to digital innovation and fair pricing, the piece explores how Europe can lead globally, if it turns policy into action.