Water & wastewater industry
The transformation of the water industry
Water is the most important source of life – and the more people live on Earth, the greater the demand becomes. Climate change, urbanization, and increasing environmental pollution pose major challenges for the water industry.
In recent years, the preciousness of Germany's constantly available water resources has once again been brought to the forefront. Above-average warm summer months and a simultaneous lack of precipitation have caused relatively severe droughts in Germany. This has resulted in a declining groundwater level. Therefore, research is underway to find solutions for restoring declining water supplies in order to ensure long-term water security.
Why is digitalization crucial for the water industry?
Pure, clean water, our most precious resource, is becoming increasingly scarce and difficult to secure. A holistic approach is needed to operate water infrastructure efficiently and reliably. Solutions for the digital transformation of the water industry enable sustainable water supply and sanitation for all through reliable technologies.
Due to advancing digitalization, companies are increasingly faced with the question of how existing structures and processes are changing. The focus is not only on potential efficiency gains, but also on how existing data can be intelligently linked in order to generate information for internal processes, further develop services, and through collaboration with other local stakeholders—create added value for customers, municipalities, and the region.
Key focus topics for water suppliers
- Sustainability:
Careful handling of the
Water resources to ensure their stability and
to maintain natural regenerative capacity,
is central to the German water industry.
- Digital Transformation:
Digital transformation opens up new opportunities for water utilities to increase efficiency, automate processes, and retain customers. Through the use of intelligent sensors, digital control rooms, and data-driven decision-making processes, networks can be better monitored and maintenance measures can be planned proactively.
- Improve energy efficiency:
Increasing energy efficiency is a crucial starting point for both reducing costs and achieving environmental goals. Modern pumping systems, energy-optimized operating strategies, and the use of renewable energies are just some of the measures water utilities can take to sustainably reduce their energy consumption.
More than care: Transformation as an opportunity
Less than one percent of the water on our planet is usable by humans. It is therefore the number one resource – far ahead of other raw materials. The demand for water has been rising steadily for years.
For companies in the industry, this means that investing in modern technologies, data-driven processes, and sustainable solutions is not a risk, but a growth opportunity. Those who focus on efficiency, digitalization, and resource conservation early on not only strengthen their own competitiveness but also position themselves as responsible players in the market.
