In conversation with… Richard Kirkman, CEO, Veolia

Richard Kirkman, CEO and Managing Director of Veolia in Australia and New Zealand, initially joined Veolia’s energy division. However, an interest in the water industry and waste management led him to obtain a PhD in Environmental Policy focusing on Infrastructure for the Circular Economy.

In conversation with White & Case partner Kate Perumal, Richard discusses the accelerating pressure on resources and aging infrastructure, the resurgence of desalination plant development, ways to make recycled water more palatable, opportunities for industrial businesses, investment opportunities, procurement challenges, financing methods, and how water facilities can adapt for new contaminants. The conversation also addresses the importance of technology, including artificial intelligence.

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