Tap'd In

#9: Water wars - Solve conflict locally to help citizens

Tap Season 1 Episode 9

In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana delve into the causes of water conflicts and potential solutions, inspired by David Zetland's Living with Water Scarcity. The episode highlights how outdated institutions and political maneuvering often spark disputes, leading to costly and harmful outcomes. Zetland emphasizes the importance of local-level solutions, advocating for empathy and cooperation to resolve water disputes by focusing on shared interests. Jordan and Lana explore how recognizing the human element and the true value of water to local communities can lead to more effective and sustainable management, moving beyond large-scale, top-down approaches.

David Zetland: https://www.kysq.org/

Living with Water Scarcity: https://www.kysq.org/lwws/

Links:

Tap: https://findtap.com/

PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/