Water Stewardship as a Key to Climate Action
Tonkin + Taylor is proud to sponsor the latest episode of the Rethinking EHS Podcast, which explores the critical role of water stewardship in addressing the climate crisis. This episode brings together global experts to discuss regional strategies, technological innovations, and business perspectives on sustainable water management.
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Featured Guests
Hosted by Beatrice Bizzaro, Water Stewardship Technology Lead at HPC Italia and Global Water Working Group Leader at Inogen Alliance, the episode features:
- Annika Taylor, Senior Consultant at Peter J Ramsay & Associates (Australia)
- Natalya Holm, PE, Climate Risk & Water Stewardship Services Lead at Antea Group USA
- Chris Shanks, Environmental Discipline Manager and Environmental Scientist at Tonkin + Taylor (New Zealand)
Why Water Stewardship Matters in Climate Mitigation
Water is a central mechanism through which climate change impacts are felt—and mitigated. From droughts and floods to water scarcity and pollution, effective water management is essential for building resilient communities and ecosystems.
Episode Highlights
- 01:02 Meet the Experts: Water Professionals from Around the World
- 05:37 Challenges and Solutions in Water Management
- 11:03 Technological Innovations in Water and Climate Action
- 15:15 Global Perspectives on Water and Climate Risks
- 25:38 The Importance of Simplifying Water Stewardship Communication
- 30:06 Untapped Opportunities in Water Stewardship
Our Commitment to Water Resilience
Chris Shanks shares his personal motivation for advancing water stewardship:
“I saw the social harm that comes from not managing water supplies. That is a constant driver for me—that we don’t let that happen again, ever.”
At Tonkin + Taylor, we integrate water stewardship into our climate risk services, helping clients across New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific region build resilience through science-led solutions.
Why this matters for Aotearoa
In Aotearoa, water is deeply woven into our identity, ecosystems, and economy. From the protection of freshwater taonga to the resilience of our communities against flooding and drought, water stewardship is not just an environmental issue – it’s a cultural and social imperative.
As climate change intensifies, the need for integrated, science-based water management becomes more urgent. Tonkin + Taylor is committed to supporting iwi, councils, and businesses across the motu in developing adaptive strategies that honour Te Mana o te Wai and build long-term climate resilience.
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