Episode Details

Overview

Scott Mackenzie promotes Elevotec's ERP, EAM, and business intelligence solutions on his Industrial Talk podcast. At PowerGen in San Antonio, he interviews Jo Anna Ordonez, VP of Utility Water at Water Tech, about the critical role of water in power generation and data centers. Water Tech, with 33 years of experience, treats water for power plants, including zero liquid discharge facilities. Ordonez discusses the challenges of water scarcity, the importance of efficient water use, and the impact of regulatory changes. She highlights Water Tech's Oxy Plus product, which reduces chlorides and saves water, and emphasizes the need for strategic water management to meet increasing power demands.

Outline

Introduction to Elevotec and Industrial Talk Podcast

• Scott Mackenzie introduces Elevotec, highlighting their ERP, EAM, and business intelligence solutions.
• Scott Mackenzie welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing the importance of industry professionals.
• Scott Mackenzie celebrates industry professionals for their boldness, bravery, innovation, and problem-solving skills.
• Scott Mackenzie mentions the PowerGen event in San Antonio, Texas, and encourages listeners to attend future events.

Meeting Jo Anna Ordonez and Water Tech

• Scott Mackenzie introduces Jo Anna Ordonez, Vice President for Utility Water at Water Tech Incorporated.
• Jo Anna Ordonez shares her background, including her role at Water Tech and her experience in the industrial water treatment industry.
• Scott Mackenzie and Jo Anna Ordonez discuss the importance of water in power generation and data centers.
• Jo Anna Ordonez explains Water Tech's role in treating water for power plants and their 33-year history in the industry.

Challenges in Power Generation and Water Management

• Jo Anna Ordonez discusses the challenges of saving water in power generation due to its scarcity.
• Jo Anna Ordonez explains the concept of zero liquid discharge facilities and the need for careful water management.
• Scott Mackenzie and Jo Anna Ordonez discuss the challenges of meeting increased water demand from data centers and power plants.
• Jo Anna Ordonez highlights the importance of reusing water and the role of Water Tech in optimizing water usage.

Impact of Regulatory Environment on Water Management

• Jo Anna Ordonez discusses the impact of regulatory changes on water management in power plants.
• Jo Anna Ordonez explains the challenges of meeting different state regulations and the need for case-by-case solutions.
• Scott Mackenzie and Joanna Ordonez discuss the dynamic nature of the regulatory environment and its impact on water management.
• Jo Anna Ordonez shares an example of how Water Tech's Oxy Plus product helped a zero liquid discharge plant save money and water.

Conclusion and Contact Information

• Scott Mackenzie thanks Jo Anna Ordonez for the insightful conversation and highlights the importance of water in power generation.
• Jo Anna Ordonez provides her contact information, encouraging listeners to reach out on LinkedIn.
• Scott Mackenzie encourages listeners to attend future Power Gen events and to contact Water Tech for water management solutions.
• Scott Mackenzie wraps up the podcast, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and content creation for industry professionals.