Rick Hogeboom

Rick Hogeboom is an Assistant Professor in Multidisciplinary Water Management at Delft University of Technology. He holds external positions as Executive Director of the Water Footprint Network and Program Manager at Wetskills Foundation. His research focuses on water scarcity, water footprint analysis, sustainable agriculture, and groundwater management. He has contributed to over 50 publications and datasets, emphasizing global water resource challenges and policy solutions.

Key research interests include the water-energy-food nexus, circular economy applications in water management, and transboundary water governance. Hogeboom actively participates in global initiatives like the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDGs related to water and food security. He has organized conferences, such as the 1st Delft Conference on Sociohydrology, and contributed to policy discussions on financial institutions' roles in sustainable water management.

Notable achievements include developing datasets for crop water use and advancing tools for water footprint assessments. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, influencing both policy and industry practices. Media engagements highlight his expertise in water crises and sustainability.