As urban populations grow and climate change intensifies, water providers like Waterwiseone are under increasing pressure to manage resources sustainably. However, Waterwiseone faced several barriers to achieving its conservation goals: an aging infrastructure, high operational costs, and a lack of real-time data made efficient water management difficult. Additionally, low public awareness about water conservation compounded these issues, leading to significant resource wastage and operational inefficiencies.
To address these challenges, Waterwiseone turned to Util360 in 2021. With Util360’s advanced utility management platform, Waterwiseone was able to streamline operations, engage the community in conservation efforts, and significantly reduce water wastage. This partnership marked a turning point in their journey toward sustainable water management, setting new standards for conservation in the industry.
Key Issues Faced
- Water Shortages and Aging Infrastructure: Globally, around 1 in 3 peopleare impacted by water scarcity, and aging infrastructure further compounds this issue. Across the U.S., 14-18% of treated water is lost annually to leaks, leading to higher maintenance costs and impacting water availability.
- High Operational Costs: Inefficiencies in operations and infrastructure drove up costs. For instance, a 10% rise in water ratesdirectly affected residents, highlighting the need for more cost-effective solutions.
- Limited Data for Real-Time Monitoring: Without a robust system for tracking water usage patterns, approximately 20% of water went unaccounted foreach year. Delays in identifying overuse or leaks further strained resources.
- Low Public Awareness and Engagement: Research shows that 70% of people are unaware of their daily water consumption. Despite conservation efforts, engaging residents in water-saving behaviors proved challenging.
- Regulatory Compliance Pressures: Adhering to strict environmental standards requires efficient monitoring. Reliable systems are essential for compliance reporting and ensuring water quality.
The Transformation with Util360
In response to these challenges, Waterwiseone’s collaboration with Util360 introduced real-time data tracking, operational streamlining, and a user-friendly platform that encouraged customer engagement. This partnership enabled significant improvements in conservation, cost management, and community awareness of sustainable water practices.
Here’s how Util360 helped transform water management:
- Real-Time Usage Monitoring and Alerts: Util360’s platform introduced real-time tracking, allowing both the utility and its customers to monitor consumption closely. Automated usage alerts contributed to a 15% reduction in residential water usewithin the first year.
- Efficient Irrigation Management: Utilizing weather forecasts and real-time data, the platform optimized irrigation schedules to reduce overwatering, saving approximately 10 million gallons of water annually.
- Simplified Rebate Program: The streamlined rebate application process led to a 20% increase in rebate participation, encouraging residents to adopt water-efficient appliances and fixtures.
- Centralized Conservation Strategy and Reporting: With a consolidated view of all water activities, the utility could coordinate conservation efforts more effectively, boosting water-saving behaviors by 30%as customers became more mindful of their usage.
- Smart Metering and Consumption History Tools: Features like smart meters and usage tracking allowed users to better understand their water habits, with over 85% of customersactively monitoring their usage, promoting sustainable choices.
Setting a New Standard for Sustainable Water Management
Through its partnership with Util360, Waterwiseone has transformed its operations and made strides in water conservation. Util360’s technology enabled the utility to tackle pressing challenges, reduce wastage, streamline compliance, and enhance public awareness of sustainable practices. In a short time, Waterwiseone achieved substantial conservation milestones, serving as a model for utilities aiming to secure a sustainable water future.
Together, Waterwiseone and Util360 demonstrate that sustainable water management is achievable through innovation, collaboration, and community commitment to a greener future.
