For centuries, traditional water management has followed a linear model: fresh water is used once and discarded. Today this unsustainable approach depletes freshwater resources and strains urban infrastructure. The solution is circular water systems, that enable buildings to collect, treat, and reuse water on-site, reducing tap water demand by 25–45% while maintaining hygiene and comfort.
Join us on Tuesday, March 18, for a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring Arthur Valkieser – CEO & Co-founder of Hydraloop and Vice President & Board Member of Water Europe. Arthur will share insights into Hydraloop’s and Water Europe’s vision for a Water-Smart Society, focused on recognizing water’s true value to ensure security, sustainability, and resilience.
The following key themes will be explored:
- Comprehensive water management: How can we manage all available water sources to prevent scarcity and pollution?
- The role of the Circular Economy: Can closing water and resource loops create true efficiency
- Resilience in urban design: What must change in our cities to withstand climate and demographic shifts?
- Inclusive governance: How can stakeholders across sectors collaborate for sustainable water solutions?
- Water-wise and future-proof buildings: How can we prepare buildings to be water-wise and future-proof?
Expect engaging debates on the following questions:
- Is it time to phase out tap water use for potable purposes, like flushing toilets?
- How do we secure public health using fit-for-purpose circular water systems?
- How are updated building codes and regulations accelerating circular water adoption?
- What financial incentives are currently driving businesses and homeowners to embrace water-smart solutions?
- How do we balance public health, cost, and sustainability in today’s circular water systems?
- Why is decision-making today less efficient compared to the past?
Arthur and his fellow panelists will explore real-world solutions, address regulatory challenges and solutions, and discuss how to foster public-private collaborations to transition from linear to circular water management.
Discover how circular water solutions can transform urban environments – and why they’re critical for our future. Be part of the conversation that shapes tomorrow’s cities.
Tuesday, March 18 – 14:15–14:45hrs
Main Stage: Circularity in Urban Water Management
Topic: Water-Smart Buildings & Circular Systems