Professor Dr. Joe Williams

Biography

Joe Williams is a Human Geographer whose research interests lie at the intersection of political ecology, urbanization, and environmental challenges. His work critically examines how water and energy infrastructures shape and are shaped by societal and environmental factors. He is currently a Senior Lecturer and leads a five-year ERC-assessed/UKRI-funded project addressing the emergence of unconventional water sources in the Global South, with a focus on desalination processes and the implications for water justice. Williams' research seeks to understand how new water technologies, particularly in contexts such as Kenya, are developed in response to broader issues of water security amidst climate change. His published works contribute to international academic dialogues across various journals and collections.

Research Interests