Data Centres and Water Demand - with Kristen Atha, Executive Director, City of Columbus, Ohio
In this episode of 'The Exec Exchange,' host Piers Clark speaks with Kristen Atha, Director of Public Utilities for the City of Columbus. They discuss the complexities and opportunities of providing water services to rapidly growing data centers and semiconductor fabs, focusing on issues like water demand, infrastructure planning, and public perception. Kristen shares her career journey from an intern at Yorkshire Water to her current role, and sheds light on how Columbus is adapting to the demands of significant industrial investments while maintaining service for its residents.
00:00 Introduction to the Exec Exchange Podcast 00:27 Kristen Atha's Journey in the Water Sector 03:15 Overview of Columbus Public Utilities 04:29 Challenges of Serving Data Centers 09:13 Public and Staff Reactions to Data Centers 10:40 Future Innovations and Strategies 13:14 Final Thoughts and Advice
