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Join us for Episode 12 of the Water Matters podcast as we look back at everything that happened in the world of sustainable water management during April 2025. From record-low rainfall and growing water scarcity concerns to rising water bills, smart meters, and sewage pollution — this month has been packed with big stories and important changes. We also explore the Great UK Water Blitz, the state...

🎙️ How much is water a focus at UK Homebuilding Exhibitions? | Water Matters Podcast episode 11 In this episode of the Water Matters podcast, we ask a simple but important question: How much is water really being talked about at homebuilding shows in the UK? Fresh from exhibiting at the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show at the NEC Birmingham, we reflect on what we saw (and didn’t see) wh...

💧 The True Cost of Water | Water Matters Podcast 🌍 What does water really cost us — when there’s not enough of it… and when there’s far too much? In this episode of Water Matters, host Matt Rolph sits down with author and environmental journalist Tim Smedley to explore the ideas behind Tim’s powerful article, “The True Cost of Water.” This isn't just about rising bills — it's about the rising to...

In this special episode of Water Matters, we witness history in the making as a family of beavers is reintroduced into the Nene Wetlands in Northamptonshire for the first time in 400 years. Hosted by Matthew Rolph, this episode takes you behind the scenes of this groundbreaking project, exploring why beavers are being brought back and how they could revolutionise water management, biodiversity, an...

In this special episode of Water Matters, we take you to the Nene Valley to witness a historic moment—the reintroduction of beavers to Northamptonshire for the first time in 400 years! Join us as we speak with conservation experts, wildlife trust members, and local stakeholders about the ecological importance of beavers, their role as "nature's engineers," and the challenges and benefits of their...

Join us in this enlightening episode of the "Water Matters" podcast as we welcome Tim Smedley, acclaimed author of "The Last Drop," for a deep dive into sustainable water management solutions. Explore the critical issues and innovative technologies shaping the future of water, from the battle against microplastics to groundbreaking advancements in desalination and water recycling. Whether you're a...

Welcome back to the "Water Matters" podcast! In this episode, we dive into the crucial topic of water neutrality, exploring how new developments can be built without adding strain to local water resources. Join Callum Vallance-Poole as he breaks down the challenges and solutions around implementing water-neutral projects, including innovative ways to reduce, reuse, and offset water use in developm...

🎙️ Microplastics in Water: How Concerned Should We Be? 🌊 In this episode of Water Matters, host Matthew Rolph is joined by sustainability expert and author Tim Smedley to dive deep into the growing concern of microplastics in our water. Drawing from the latest insights shared in this article , we explore what microplastics are, how they end up in our water systems, and their potential impact on t...

In this episode Matthew Rolph is joined by special guest, Callum Vallance-Poole, to discuss a critical topic that is currently delaying the construction of thousands of new homes across the UK.    Nutrient Neutrality is a topic that more people will become aware of over the next 2 to 4 years. Begin learning about this subject now. Listen to this episode to find out what it's all about and why you...

Welcome to Water Matters, the podcast dedicated to exploring one of our most precious resources—water. Hosted by Matt, Managing Director of Graf UK, each episode dives into the critical issues surrounding water scarcity, mis-management, and the innovative ways we can protect it for future generations. In this first episode, Matt is joined by environmental journalist and author Tim Smedley, known f...

In this episode of the water matters podcast, Matt & Catherine discuss why water matters has been created, what it includes, how it will work and why you should care. Learn about the 3 step approach that we are encouraging listeners to join us on. Hope you enjoy this episode! 

A special day for our water matters team & community, as we send out our first email broadcast Water Wednesdays #1. Listen now to hear all about it! 

Welcome to Water Matters, the podcast dedicated to exploring one of our most precious resources—water. Hosted by Matt, Managing Director of Graf UK, each episode dives into the critical issues surrounding water scarcity, mis-management, and the innovative ways we can protect it for future generations. In this first episode, Matt is joined by environmental journalist and author Tim Smedley, known f...