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Recent Episodes
Oct. 11, 2024
Ducks Unlimited’s Playbook For Nature
Wetlands along the Mississippi River have been disappearing for decades, leading to increased flooding and degradation of water quality, as well as loss of wildlife habitat. Nature-based solutions, like wetland restoration a…
Oct. 4, 2024
Park Power: Resilience & Recreation For Memphis
Memphis faces the dual challenge of protecting itself from Mississippi River flooding while enhancing the environment and public spaces. The solution lies in nature-based projects that manage stormwater, restore wetlands, an…
Sept. 30, 2024
Insights On Utility Assistance With George Hawkins
Many water utilities across the U.S. are grappling with aging infrastructure, underfunding, and staffing challenges, but solutions are within reach through smarter management and targeted technical assistance. George Hawkins…
Sept. 16, 2024
Milwaukee’s Formula For Lead Line Replacement
Milwaukee faces a significant challenge with over 70,000 lead service lines. In response, the city has implemented a replacement program initiated by an ordinance in 2017. This initiative leverages federal funding to focus o…
Sept. 9, 2024
Partnership For The Fresh Coast Of Milwaukee
Milwaukee is tackling stormwater through an innovative community-based public-private partnership. The Fresh Coast Protection Partnership is expanding green infrastructure, enhancing neighborhood quality, and developing the …
Aug. 26, 2024
Meet Leaders Emerging in WaterNow
Developing and recognizing emerging leaders in the water sector is crucial for addressing current and future challenges. The WaterNow Alliance’s Emerging Leaders program plays a vital role in this effort by identifying and s…
Aug. 19, 2024
Tracking Evapotranspiration From Space
Managing water resources effectively is crucial, especially in regions facing scarcity and drought. The OpenET platform offers a groundbreaking solution by leveraging satellite data to measure evapotranspiration.
Aug. 5, 2024
Safeguarding Our Seas: National Marine Sanctuaries (Podcast #234)
Marine conservation and the preservation of the U.S.'s most cherished underwater environments are critically important issues. National Marine Sanctuaries provide a solution by protecting these vital ecosystems.
July 29, 2024
Cultivating Future Water Leaders In Colorado (waterloop podcast #233)
The Colorado Water Fellows Program connects students with water issues and equips them with practical experience.
July 15, 2024
#232: Mississippi By Nature: Leading Greenville Toward Resilience
Mayor Errick Simmons of Greenville, Mississippi, shares insights into his community's efforts and the collaborative initiatives of the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative.
July 8, 2024
#231: Mississippi By Nature: The Largest Ever Floodplain Reconnection
Floodplain reconnection has emerged as a crucial solution to mitigating flooding, improving water quality, and supporting biodiversity along the Mississippi River corridor.
July 1, 2024
#230: Storytelling Advice From A CNN Correspondent
The fact there are 2.2 million people in America without safe drinking water and adequate sanitation does not receive enough media attention. There are lessons on how to change this from high-profile coverage of connected is…
June 17, 2024
#229: Navigating Federal Funding For Local Impact
Communities across the United States face significant challenges in accessing and effectively utilizing federal funding for water initiatives. The solution lies in leveraging these resources to empower grassroots organizatio…
June 17, 2024
#228: Rallying With River Network’s Emerging Leaders
The River Network’s Emerging Leader Award highlights rising stars at the crossroads of water and justice. Designed to boost early career professionals, the award offers recognition, confidence, and networking opportunities.
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About the Host
Travis Loop
Founder
waterloop founder Travis Loop began his career as a newspaper reporter and returned to his passion for journalism to launch and operate the platform. He brings more than 20 years of experience including as communications director at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Water Environment Federation, and Chesapeake Bay Program, as well as speechwriter for the Governor of Hawaii.