Water Futures

We are recognised for research that supports clever, cost-effective and resource-efficient water and sanitation systems.

More than ever before, communities expect water supply systems to perform efficiently and be resilient to drought and disruptions. They also expect to enjoy urban landscapes with green open spaces that help to keep the concrete jungle cool. We support our clients by providing assistance and guidance in understanding the opportunities, risks and potential business models to meet challenges in the urban water sector.

We adopt a systems approach to our work that incorporates considerations of circular economy and the interlinkages between water-energy-waste.

Our research partnerships align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 6 and improve the accessibility, equity and security of water and wastewater services in urban centres across the world.

Expertise areas

Circular economy: water, energy and waste

Reimagining urban water, waste and energy systems and creating regenerative infrastructures that capture synergies and deliver benefits for all.

Decision-making under uncertainty

Supporting water utilities, governments and businesses to deal with uncertainty and impacts of climate change, and implement long-term planning to ensure...

Integrated water systems

Collaborating directly with state government policy-makers, local government, water utility planners and far-sighted developers to implement sustainable urban...

Smart buildings and digital water

Leading research in emerging digital technologies that target end-uses to create improvements in both sustainability outcomes and user experiences.

Water and wastewater planning for low- and medium-income countries

Improving urban water and sanitation systems and building capacity in low and medium income contexts.

Water efficiency and demand analysis

Developing water efficiency and demand management strategies, improving demand forecasting, and creating end-use analysis models to assist water utilities and...