How is AI changing the way we treat and deliver water?

SEASON 02 | EPISODE 33

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Can artificial intelligence really help us solve pressing water challenges like scarcity, climate extremes, and operational inefficiencies?

In this episode of Our Water Connection, we are joined by Zdravka Doquang, Global Innovation Officer at SUEZ. We explore how AI is reshaping the future of water operations. With over 30 years of experience across research, innovation, and technical support, Zdravka brings deep insight into the evolving role of technology in the water sector.

Together, they dive into questions like:

How are water systems typically operated today?

Is AI replacing human operators or making their work smarter?

What role does AI play in climate adaptation and resource resilience?

From practical examples to big-picture thinking, this conversation unpacks the promises, challenges, and exciting developments at the intersection of AI and water.

This episode is recorded in Kaurna Country.

Guest: Zdravka Doquang

Zdravka is the Global Innovation officer at SUEZ. She has 30 years of experience in different management positions in Research and Innovation, Knowledge Transfer, Technical and Business Support within SUEZ - an international Water & Environment company. With a background in Chemical Engineering and a Ph D in water treatment processes & technology, Zdravka has expertise in water Quality, Analysis and Sensors & Data analytics, Water and Wastewater Treatment, Water Reuse and many other areas of the water sector. She is passionate about scientific communication and is a member of multiple international working groups and scientific committees.