Anthony DeRosa: Demystifying Drinking Water Regulation | Make Water Work 022

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In this episode of the Make Water Work podcast, Isaac Pellerin and Megan Glover welcome Anthony DeRosa, the executive director of the Association of State Drinking Water Administrators (ASWDA). They discuss Anthony's journey in the water management sector, the challenges and innovations in modernizing water management, the importance of data management, and the impact of regulatory changes on water utilities. The conversation also touches on workforce challenges, future trends in water management, and the role of data centers in water use. Anthony emphasizes the need for leveraging technology and data to improve water management practices and shares insights on the future initiatives of ASWDA.

Takeaways
• Modernizing water management is crucial for efficiency.
• Data management practices in the water sector are still immature.
• Regulatory uncertainty is a significant concern for state regulators.
• The Safe Drinking Water Act may need to be revisited.
• Workforce challenges persist in attracting young talent to the water sector.
• Data centers have a growing impact on water use and management.
• ASDWA is focused on making data more accessible for its members.