Communities increasingly expect Australian councils and water utilities to implement sustainable water management solutions that preserve resources and reduce bill costs. However, ageing assets, weather conditions and financial pressures, can make maintaining water and wastewater infrastructure expensive and resource-demanding.

To overcome these challenges, global player in water and wastewater management, SUEZ, recommends four steps councils and water utilities can take to tackle these issues and build a reliable water supply systems for their communities:

1.  Embrace digital technologies: Investing in digital solutions can help streamline processes, reducing costs and repair times. Internet of Things (IoT) connected devices, such as smart meters, can provide accurate, instantaneous collection of asset data.

2.  Implement circular water and wastewater solutions through digital meters: Digital meters can help understand and reduce water usage, support climate policies, and improve service quality. SUEZ’s AQUADVANCED Water Networks software assists with water network management and resource preservation.

3.  Bring global solutions to local communities: Water service providers should look to innovative solutions being implemented worldwide. SUEZ offers proven water management techniques, such as the WIZE technology for digital metering.

4.  Adopt a collaborative approach: By fostering partnerships and engaging stakeholders, councils and water utilities can future-proof assets. Collaboration enables shared knowledge, resources, and expertise, while engaging local communities ensures inclusive decision-making.

Through harnessing the true potential of their water assets, councils and water utilities hold the key to a sustainable and thriving future. By investing in infrastructure, adopting efficient technologies, and promoting conservation through near real-time data, water service providers can maximise the value of water management across their assets’ entire lifecycles.

For more information on how SUEZ can help councils improve their water and wastewater infrastructure, please visit www.suez.com/en/australia-new-zealand.

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