Eric Vanweydeveld is a water engineer and independent consultant dedicated to improving access to safe water and sanitation in remote communities across Australia and the Pacific, with a strong focus on Indigenous peoples and other underrepresented groups. 

His landmark report, Closing the Water Gap for People and Communities, directly influenced the Australian Government's $150 million commitment, raised national awareness, and drove sector-wide change to strengthen water infrastructure for First Nations communities. 

Combining technical expertise, strategic analysis, on-country experience, and human-centred design, Eric partners with communities and stakeholders to deliver solutions that improve life outcomes. He has supported water and sanitation services for remote and Aboriginal communities across the Northern Territory and Western Australia, piloted innovative treatment technologies, and provided leadership across water engineering, public health, governance and community-led innovation. 

Eric is a water engineer and independent consultant dedicated to improving access to water supply and sanitation in remote regions of Australia and the Pacific, particularly for Indigenous communities. He plays a crucial role in key initiatives aimed at closing the Water Gap and shaping policies that enhance access to clean drinking water. His landmark report, "Closing the Water Gap for People and Communities," has significantly influenced the Australian government's $150 million funding commitment, raised national awareness, and driven sectoral change. By combining technical expertise, strategic analysis, and human-centered design, Eric emphasises community engagement and collaborates with stakeholders to develop actionable strategies that improve life outcomes for First Nations people. His focus on involving the community in the design and maintenance of water solutions fosters transformative change, enhances wellbeing, and elevates industry standards through collaboration at various government levels and within the water sector, benefiting both people and the environment.