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Podcast listenership is at an all-time high—546.7 million people worldwide tuned in during 2024, a 7.85% year-over-year increase. ????? Not only do we run our own Future of Water podcast series (https://lnkd.in/gZ8ehbgX), our team of water experts is also frequently invited as guests on leading industry podcasts. ?? Maria Cardenal discusses water reuse in Spain on The Water MBA (https://hubs.ly/Q03d9rgx0) ?? Reese Tisdale joins the Mission Driven Podcast to talk about how Bluefield advances company's strategies in the water sector (https://hubs.ly/Q03d9m160) ?? Reese Tisdale breaks down key water trends with Dave McGimpsey on The Water Values podcast (https://hubs.ly/Q03d9q150) ?? Want Bluefield on your podcast? Let’s talk. Reach out to our team. https://hubs.ly/Q03d9p-h0

The Hoover Dam and Lake Mead serve as powerful reminders of how essential water is—to communities, industries, and economies. But they also highlight the challenges of #waterscarcity in the Colorado River Basin. With prolonged drought and rising demand placing pressure on this critical water source, utilities, policymakers, and industries must adapt. With #WorldWaterDay tomorrow, it's a timely opportunity to recognize that sustainable water management requires planning, investment, and collaboration. Our team analyzes how utilities and policymakers are responding to water shortages in the Colorado River Basin, and assessing the potential impacts on communities, agriculture, and industry. ?? Learn more in Bluefield's Insight Report: https://lnkd.in/eZQks4FT #WaterManagement #ColoradoRiver #LakeMead #HooverDam #Sustainability #WaterCrisis #BluefieldResearch

??It's been a pleasure to collaborate once again with the talented folks at iAgua ?? to provide Bluefield Research perspective on the challenges and opportunities ahead this year in the water industry, in their latest issue. As #water gains increasing relevance for corporate strategy, we all stand to benefit from a more #sustainable world. ??

?? Mark Your Calendar: March 26th at 11:00 AM EDT! Don't miss our first client webcast of 2025: Uncertain Times for Water Policy: How Will Washington Impact Legislation and Funding? Join Bluefield's President & CEO, Reese Tisdale, and Senior Research Director, Greg Goodwin, as they dive into the current state of the federal and state water policies, the outlook of federal funds appropriated for water and wastewater in stimulus laws passed by the previous administration, and the challenges ahead for agencies, utilities, and businesses. ?? Key questions we'll explore: - How has the outlook for federal water policy shifted with President Trump back in office? - What is the current state of the #EPA’s regulatory authority? - What is the status of appropriated, obligated, and awarded federal funding (#IIJA)? - What funding is currently flowing to #waterinfrastructure projects? - How have recent court rulings (including Sackett v. EPA and San Francisco v. EPA) reshaped Clean Water Act enforcement? ?? Register to save your seat: https://hubs.ly/Q03cB0sK0 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ?? For more insights on the #waterpolicy landscape: https://hubs.ly/Q03cB0m50 ?? Bluefield corporate subscription clients have access to our full webcast series: https://hubs.ly/Q03cB17K0

One less talked about—but critical—part of the water sector is the equipment rental market. As Reese Tisdale puts it, "Not the sexiest topic out there", but it plays a fundamental role in keeping water infrastructure moving. And, as Ethan Edwards explains in the latest Future of Water podcast, it’s not that different from the car rental business model. Many large equipment rental companies operate fleets of specialized equipment used for water management and treatment—cranes, dewatering systems, trench safety equipment, trucks, tanks, and pumps. These companies maintain, rent, and eventually resell this equipment, serving as a key operational backbone for the water sector. The top three equipment rental companies (United Rentals, Sunbelt Rentals, Inc., Herc Rentals) hold a combined 32% market share in the U.S., making them a key sales channel for equipment manufacturers. These companies have leveraged M&A to build out higher-margin specialty water pump rental fleets across wide geographies. One of the most recent deals: In February, Florida-based Herc Rentals successfully outbid United Rentals with a US$5.3 billion bid for H&E Rentals. A combined Herc and H&E, with US$5.1 billion in revenues, will be represented by more than 600 rental locations and a fleet valued at US$10.0 billion. Learn more by listening to this week's 'The @FutureofWater' Podcast: ?? https://hubs.ly/Q03bQVM40 Bluefield Water M&A Clients can access the full research note here: ?? https://hubs.ly/Q03bQWc20

At Bluefield, we believe in hard work and celebrating milestones. Stephen Curry is on the brink of history—set to become the first player ever to hit 4,000 career 3-pointers! (https://lnkd.in/e2KzYKEf) ?? When he's not dominating on the court, he's making an impact off of it—advocating for clean water through his partnership with BRITA Group. ?? (https://lnkd.in/ebP3ZAY2) ?? Help us reach our next milestone! We’re closing in on 4,000 LinkedIn followers—who will push us over the mark? Invite your friends and colleagues to follow Bluefield Research for the latest in #watermarket insights. Wishing Steph Curry the best as he chases this historic achievement! ?? #WaterMatters #CleanWater #Milestones #GoldenStateWarriors Golden State Warriors

?? Thrilled to be at Aquatech with the amazing Bluefield Research team! We’re hosting insightful speaking sessions and connecting with our valued clients and prospects. It’s a great opportunity to discuss the latest trends and innovations in the water sector. Swing by our booth (11.318) to chat with us and learn more about how we support our clients in the water space! #Aquatech #BluefieldResearch

In honor of #InternationalWomensDay tomorrow, we’re proud to celebrate key members of Bluefield’s Europe team—Dovil? Vai?iūnait?, Maria Cardenal, Zineb Moumen, and Chloé Meyer—who attended a #WomeninWater presentation in Barcelona last November. The event highlighted challenges and solutions for water sustainability, focusing on drought resilience, reclaimed water planning, water circularity, and the increasing regulatory pressures on industries like pharmaceuticals to manage water impacts responsibly. At Bluefield, we’re proud to support and amplify the voices of women driving change in the #watersector. Checkout our latest Europe water market analysis: https://lnkd.in/eF5v9BWS Meet our team: https://lnkd.in/eu6XTiZm #IWD2025 #WaterLeadership Joana Tobella Brunet, Nuria Campa?a, Marina Gaton

Businesses that adopt forward-thinking water strategies can turn risks into opportunities. Companies are leveraging #watermanagement as a tool to safeguard their operations and market position. Bluefield's #waterexperts have analyzed over 450 projects from 110 companies across 11 water-intensive industries, which collectively generated US$9.2 trillion in 2023. These industries—from food & beverage to #power and #mining—demonstrate diverse water use intensities and distinct strategies for managing operational, financial, and brand risks. Leading companies, around the world, are undertaking a range of water projects aimed at improving operational water efficiencies, promoting #waterreuse, and deploying varying conservation strategies.?A few examples: - PepsiCo implemented rainwater harvesting and microfiltration at its Mexico facilities, mitigating potential losses of up to US$642 million from #groundwater depletion. - The Coca-Cola Company's watewater recovery systems in Greece and Nigeria achieved circular #water use, reducing both water dependency and operational costs. - The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. installed rainwater collection systems in Belgium, achieving an 85% water recycling rate and cutting operational costs by 70%. - Tata Steel aims to achieve water neutrality by 2030, demonstrating leadership in water withdrawals for water-stressed areas. ?? New Report + Data: Available for purchase or included with a #IndustrialWater Corporate Subscription: https://hubs.ly/Q039xp9x0

Aquatech Amsterdam is only 8 days away! Bluefield is gearing up for nine sessions over three days, covering some of the biggest challenges and opportunities in water. From digital twins and industrial reuse to data centers and decentralized solutions for smaller communities, we’re bringing expert insights to the table. Join us for discussions on: ? Advanced digital solutions in water management ? Water industry efficiency & EU Green Deal targets ? Future-proofing cities with stormwater solutions ?? Want to connect with our water experts at Aquatech Amsterdam? Set up a meeting with us here: https://lnkd.in/e36dewan #AquatechAmsterdam #WaterInnovation #WaterManagement #FutureofWater #WaterIndustry Aliaxis, K-water (Korea Water Resources Corporation), Amazon, Orbia, RSE, HydroDigital, LLC, Arcadis, Royal HaskoningDHV, ACCIONA