How intelligent metering platforms could alleviate our water crisis
Checking water usage should be as easy as opening an app and getting a near real-time sense of how much water you have used
As climate change continues to wreak havoc on natural ecosystems around the globe, SA is in a precarious position. Our average annual rainfalls of 450mm are almost half that of the world average — 860mm. Over the past 18 months we’ve seen the devastating effect of prolonged droughts on our economy and our people. While this drought may be drawing to a close, there will be more in the future. The only way for us to prosper will be for millions of South Africans to take the issue more seriously, and conserve this precious resource wherever they can. But just how do we go about doing this? While solving the complex issue of water shortages requires various interventions from a number of stakeholders, intelligent metering systems could play a key role in helping us better understand water usage, know where water is being wasted and start making positive changes. For municipalities, these systems can support broader water conservation programmes while ensuring accurate billing and collec...
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