In Episode 6 of the EcoSparks podcast, we follow Santiago Rodrigo Patiño and Daniel Hurtado, Co-Founders of FLUVIQ, as they journey from Spain to Shanghai to develop their startup. In an era where water scarcity is an escalating global concern, the demand for efficient and sustainable water management solutions has never been higher. FLUVIQ addresses this challenge by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to optimize water consumption in agriculture.This episode is a blend of entrepreneurship meets sustainability, covering topics such as why many young entrepreneurs are not gravitating towards sustainability, the different approaches to electric vehicles from the perspective of a former BMW employee, and the importance of individual efforts in water conservation.[Timestamps]00:30 What brings the co-founders to Shanghai from Spain? The duality between the natural landscape of their home cities and metropolitan that is Shanghai.03:42 Defining sustainability through the concepts of balance and long-term impact.07:15 Insights on China's shift towards a more sustainable mindset.09:12 Discussing the risk of water scarcity to our planet and how Fluviq's technology will revolutionize the Agri-Tech sector, including how farmers will integrate it into their routines.12:40 Fluviq's milestones after arriving in Shanghai: partnerships with Microsoft, collaborations with drone companies in Spain, and the development of Fluviq 1.0.14:45 How investors and individuals perceive water scarcity as an issue during pitches, and whether there is a disparity in understanding.17:05 Personal Sustainability: Working hard and playing hard19:06 The importance of bringing technology to farmers.22:20 Insights from a former BMW Green Mobility employee on the psychographic differences in BMW's marketing strategies for electric cars.27:38 Be conscious and selective with the ways you choose to conserve water (Ft. Avocados )33:10 The Future of Fluviq : developing a global network of technological and agricultural partners 33:56 Fluviq's sustainable future driven by a sense of awareness and necessity38:41 How you can stay connected and updated with the latest happenings at Fluviq.[Connect with Santiago and Daniel]Santiago Rodrigo Patiño : linkedin.com/in/santiagorodpDaniel Hurtado : linkedin.com/in/daniel-hurtado-in[For Fluviq Business Inquiries]Email : [email protected]: fluviq.comLinkedin: linkedin.com/company/fluviq[Connect with EcoSparks]LinkedIn: wediscoverecosparks[Producers]Host: Ella TaylorGuests: Santiago Rodrigo Patiño, Daniel HurtadoEditors (s): Ella Taylor, Zoe Zhang, Kay XuDesigner: Zoe ZhangMusic: Aileen Zhao[Join us]We invite interested and passionate candidates for both interviewer and interviewee roles. So what are you waiting for? To reach out, share a copy of your updated CV and the reason why you are interested at: [email protected]

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