We Need Water
Even though it rains a lot in the Pacific Northwest, water isn’t as plentiful as it may seem. Join Michael Brent of Cascade Water Alliance as he dives deep discussing today’s most pressing water issues in King County, Washington and beyond from water quality, to sustainable landscaping, to climate change, and the future of our water. Monthly episodes will educate and help homeowners, gardeners, teachers, and students feel empowered to preserve water. Water is a resource we all need and you can help; you are the key to Washington’s water future. The We Need Water Podcast is brought to you by Cascade Water Alliance. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @weneedH20. More info at CascadeWater.org.
We Need Water
Lessons From The San Antonio Drought With Karen Guz
This episode of the We Need Water Podcast dives into the severe drought gripping South Central Texas and explores how San Antonio is responding. Host Michael Brent, Water Resources Manager for Cascade Water Alliance, welcomes Karen Guz, Vice President of Conservation with the San Antonio Water System (SAWS), as she discusses the challenges and strategies employed to ensure water security for the city.
Guests:
Karen Guz, San Antonio Water System
Topics Discussed:
The severity and impact of the Texas drought on San Antonio.
The "Severe" drought status and its implications for water supply.
SAWS' water management strategies, including watering restrictions, public education, and partnerships.
Customer response to the drought and the effectiveness of enforcement measures.
The role of reclaimed water in San Antonio's water resources.
The future outlook for San Antonio's water resources.
Collaboration with landscape and irrigation companies for water conservation.
Resources for learning more about SAWS and water conservation.
Karen Guz is the Vice President of Conservation fort San Antonio Water System (SAWS). She leads a diverse and energetic team responsible for acquiring one billion gallons of water each year through conservation education, incentives and reasonable regulation.
The SAWS Conservation Department is considered one of the most successful in the nation and has been recognized through awards from organizations including TCEQ, the Water Conservation Advisory Council, and the Kennedy School of Government Innovations in Government Awards. Karen received the peer selected Water Star award from the Alliance for Water Efficiency for career achievements in conservation management.
Karen’s Bachelor of Science degree is from the University of Michigan and her Master of Public Administration is from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Learn more about SAWS and water conservation at www.saws.org
Remember: We Need Water!
Learn more about Cascade Water Alliance’s We Need Water Program
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @weneedh20
Watch the episode on Youtube
Learn more about Cascade Water Alliance’s We Need Water Program
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @weneedh20
Watch the episode on Youtube
