Innovation in Every Drop

In this episode of The Extra Seat, we explore how design thinking can be applied to one of humanity’s most critical challenges: managing water. As a finite and fragile resource, water demands new ways of thinking—whether it’s saving more, improving supply, or ensuring access to clean drinking water. We’ll look at how design thinking has been used to create innovative irrigation systems in agriculture, community-led solutions for water sanitation, and low-cost technologies that provide safe drinking water in developing regions. From urban projects tackling water scarcity to rural initiatives that reimagine distribution and storage, this episode highlights how empathy, collaboration, and experimentation open new pathways for sustainable water management. Tune in to discover how design thinking is helping us reframe our relationship with water and design for a more resilient future.