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Waterproof is Partners for Water's podcast that travels the globe sharing uplifting stories about how today's water crises are being tackled through smart ideas, local knowledge and international partnerships. Hosted by water expert Tracy Metz, Waterproof delves into crucial water themes with local and international experts, researchers, practitioners and other water professionals.

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This is Waterproof Live! – recorded during Waterproof 2026 at the Fokker Terminal in The Hague.

During this special live podcast episode, recorded in the middle of the event floor, Tracy Metz speaks with experts about one of today’s most urgent wate... more

Thomas Edison once said “I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.” If you agree with that, you’ll love this edition of Waterproof, where we speak with people who learned to ‘Fail Forward’.

We start with Esther Shaylor of UNI... more

What if cities could float? What if we could predict floods before they happen? Or even create water from air?

In the latest episode of our Waterproof podcast, we explore bold ideas and breakthrough innovations that could reshape how we live with wa... more

From satellites and weather stations to social media and AI – we have more data than ever to anticipate floods, droughts and extreme weather. But early warning is only effective if it reaches people in time.

In this new episode of Waterproof, host ... more

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Esther Shaylor
Innovation Manager, UNICEF
UNICEF
Episode: Failing Forward
Zahid Amin Shahoto
Staff at Uttaran, Bangladeshi grassroots NGO
Uttaran
Episode: Failing Forward
Lindsey Schwidder
Program Manager for climate adaptation
Green Village, TU Delft
Episode: Failing Forward
Henk Ovink
Water envoy, UN Water Conference leader
Netherlands Government / Global Commission on the Economics of Water
Episode: Failing Forward
Rutger de Graaf
Civil engineer and founder at Blue 21
Blue 21
Episode: Wet Breakthroughs!
Mary Matthews
Global water lead at UNDP
UNDP
Episode: Wet Breakthroughs!
Florian Witsenburg
Director at Tygron
Tygron
Episode: Wet Breakthroughs!
Ruben Moore
Co-founder at Solaq
Solaq
Episode: Wet Breakthroughs!
Tanya Huizer
Senior Water Resilience Specialist
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Episode: Wet Breakthroughs!

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Tracy Metz
Host of Waterproof

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#189
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#12
Ukraine/Science/Nature
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#46
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#54
Taiwan/Science/Nature
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#198
Ukraine/Science

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Drinkable Rivers, Swimmable Cities
Q: Could the Embassy take the Dutch government to court?
Yes, as a mood court demonstrated, where the North Sea could be put on the stand in a hypothetical legal setting to explore arguments and assess how such a case might unfold in real courts.
Drinkable Rivers, Swimmable Cities
Q: What is the goal of the Embassy of the North Sea?
To have the North Sea recognized as a political actor with rights, and to develop and test legal frameworks that could enable the sea to have a voice in court, potentially via sound, scent, and other sensory demonstrations conducted by artists and designers.
From Financing Green to Greening Finance
Q: How can banks assess the risk of financing climate-vulnerable projects?
Banks need to continuously assess risks and evaluate the potential costs of not investing in climate adaptation.
From Financing Green to Greening Finance
Q: Why did FMO decide to support Taprobane with 15 million?
Taprobane produces sustainably in a challenging environment and has the potential to use money effectively for growth.
From Financing Green to Greening Finance
Q: What makes FMO special?
FMO is a development bank that focuses on regions where their efforts are most needed and has a high appetite for risk.

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This podcast focuses on the pressing global challenges related to water management and sustainability, offering insights into innovative solutions from around the world. It features discussions on various critical topics such as climate change, biodiversity, and local community engagement in water-related projects, highlighting efforts to integrate knowledge from experts and local populations. Unique stories include experiences from diverse regions, showcasing grassroots initiatives aimed at improving water systems while emphasizing the importance of collaboration across sectors. The aim is to inspire listeners with progress in addressing water crises through sustainable practices and innovative strategies.

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