Water is something most of us take for granted—we turn on the tap and expect clean water to flow. But where does that water actually come from, and how is climate change affecting the systems we depend on every day?
In this in-depth interview series, garden educator Amy Powers of Powers Plants sits down with climate and water expert Alan Hamlet to explore the hidden journey of our drinking water. We dive into how water moves through the landscape, how rainfall, rivers, groundwater, and infrastructure are connected, and why climate change is already reshaping water availability in the Midwest and beyond.
Whether you’re interested in sustainable gardening, native plants, rain gardens, or simply understanding where your drinking water comes from, these conversations will help you see water—and your garden—in a whole new way.