Episode 191 with Jeff Szabo, Chief Executive Officer of the Suffolk County Water Authority

Today, we’re joined by Jeff Szabo, Chief Executive Officer of the Suffolk County Water Authority, one of the largest and most respected groundwater suppliers in the nation, serving nearly 1.2 million residents across Long Island. Under his leadership, SCWA has strengthened its commitment to innovation, water quality, and sustainability, ensuring that future generations have access to clean, reliable drinking water across the region.In this conversation, we focus on the North Fork, a region whose unique geography and aquifer system make water both vital and vulnerable. We talk about recent water shortages, the proposed $35 million pipeline from Flanders to Laurel, and how SCWA is balancing long-term sustainability with community concerns about development and environmental impact.Jeff also shares insights from his national work as President of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies, and what lessons from across the country can help guide the North Fork’s future.