Rockwell Automation wins Frost & Sullivan’s 2024 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Award for its innovative AI-powered water monitoring technology. The technology helps water utilities improve efficiency, reduce leaks, and meet sustainability goals. Rockwell’s solutions integrate AI, machine learning, and IoT to provide real-time data analysis and predictive maintenance.
KISTERS, a leading provider of environmental monitoring solutions, has released the HyQuant L, an affordable water level radar sensor designed to empower water management organizations with real-time data. The sensor’s advanced technology and compact design make it ideal for monitoring water levels in rivers, streams, irrigation canals, and stormwater systems, enhancing flood forecasting and risk management.
Premier Tech, a leading innovator in sustainable solutions, is expanding its presence in France with a new facility in Montbrison, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. The new site will enhance manufacturing capabilities and focus on producing and commercializing sustainable sanitation and rainwater recovery solutions, strengthening the company’s commitment to the French market.
A new survey by the Center for the Future of Arizona reveals overwhelming support among Arizona voters for policies addressing water security and forest management, highlighting a shared sense of urgency for protecting the state’s natural resources. The findings underscore the importance of these issues in the upcoming November election, urging candidates to prioritize action.
The Kurdistan Region of northern Iraq is experiencing a tourism boom thanks to its stunning lakes and dams. These water bodies, created through extensive infrastructure projects, offer breathtaking landscapes, recreational opportunities, and vital water management for the region. While boosting tourism and economic development, these projects raise environmental considerations that need to be carefully addressed.
New Mexico is launching ‘Hydro Delta,’ a groundbreaking program using satellite imagery and artificial intelligence to detect water leaks, potentially saving millions of dollars and gallons of water. This innovative approach will assist in managing water resources, particularly in rural communities where aging infrastructure often leads to significant water loss.
The General Services Administration (GSA) is prioritizing water management in government buildings to prevent Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks. However, experts urge a more comprehensive approach, advocating for better public water system monitoring, management, and treatment to tackle the issue at its source.
The southwest monsoon has brought a mixed bag of rainfall across India, with central and southern regions experiencing surplus rains while northwest and eastern parts continue to grapple with deficits. While a transition from El Niño to La Niña has brought some relief, the uneven distribution of rainfall raises concerns about water management and agricultural production.
Nedamco Africa has partnered with Anthropogenic Inc. to provide advanced impact intelligence for its Catchment-City-Waste (CCW) project in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia. This collaboration aims to ensure transparency, trust, and efficacy in the project’s execution, improving water quality and accessibility for the city’s residents.
After experiencing drought conditions, Calgary now faces flood concerns as the Elbow and Bow rivers surge with higher-than-normal water levels. Environmental experts caution that June is a critical month for both water supply and flood risk, as precipitation patterns can change rapidly. Reservoirs are releasing water at normal rates, but officials emphasize the need to be prepared for potential high-flow events. Striking a balance between releasing water to control flooding and capturing runoff to replenish reservoirs is crucial, as a missed opportunity could delay recovery until next spring.
