CONSTRUCTION re-shaped by major forces , such as climate change , technological advances and societal demands for smart and more livable cities .
The reality is that tomorrow is happening now . The question is how this changing environment will impact the future model of utility companies , the effects of which will be seen on their assets , the technology that they deploy , how they are regulated and customer engagement .”
“ John Holland has a rich history in the water sector . We ’ ve been purely focusing on delivering services and projects to the water sector for over 20 years , and with that comes a cohort of water professionals within our business group who truly understand all aspects of the water cycle ,” he explains .
“ What really differentiates us in the market , is that we recognise
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the changing role of the customer , and we recognise the changing role of our customers ’ customers .”
Part of John Holland ’ s success is owing to the passion and pragmatism , which underscores its approach to everything it sets out to achieve .
In this respect , it all comes back to the basics , which is the fundamental understanding that safe , clean water is the bedrock of a safe economy .
Water as an economic enabler
In a global context , around 15 percent of all people – or more than 650 million people – don ’ t have access to clean , hygienic drinking water , and at least that multiples circa 1.8 billion again don ’ t have access to good sanitation .
These are facts that Shepherd doesn ’ t treat lightly , as he believes technological advances in the
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