What does the Internet of Things mean for water resource management?
2022-09-14
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Clean, reliable water supply is essential for every community—but for millions of people around the world, water scarcity remains a pressing issue. A revolutionary technology that’s helping communities manage their water resources is the Internet of Things (IoT). Here’s how IoT is reshaping our approach to water resource management.
IoT devices are often referred to as “smart” due to their self-monitoring capabilities. Automated water resource management systems will make purification and distribution more efficient. We have already seen several practical applications of IoT in optimizing water resource management:
01 Sensor
Sensors in water resource management systems can detect a variety of issues, including leaks, low water pressure, pH levels, and overall water quality. Many cities have already adopted this technology to improve their water supply. Dam management can also take a significant step forward, as sensors can send flood alerts when they detect potential breaches.
IoT sensors can make water resource management faster and smarter. We look forward to seeing them wield even greater influence in both public and private water resource management over the coming years.
02 Smart Water Meter
Unlike traditional water meters, smart water meters connect to a network system that provides utility managers and consumers with real-time data on water quality and usage. Residential and commercial users can see exactly how much water they’re using for specific activities and make corresponding adjustments accordingly.
03 Smart Irrigation System
Agriculture consumes about 70% of the world’s freshwater, and the Internet of Things can help conserve water through smart irrigation. These technologies enable farmers to track and optimize their water usage, reduce waste, and ensure their crops receive the right amount of water. They can also monitor soil moisture and local weather conditions, allowing farmers to address potential issues before they arise.
Smart irrigation systems can also be used in courtyards, parks, gardens, and other similar areas. Building optimal treatment methods and filtration systems in locations that require frequent watering is crucial for the healthy growth of crops and plants.
04 Monitor water quality to combat pollution and disease
Human activities can pollute rivers and groundwater. Sensors and IoT technologies used for real-time monitoring and control can help detect and prevent pollution, and even improve water quality.
To this end, an AI-based IoT system has been deployed to capture standard parameters for monitoring water quality: pH value, total dissolved solids (TDS)—including oxygen levels—redox potential (ORP), and temperature of different types of water. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, these devices can be trained to predict water quality, monitor the effectiveness of disinfectants, or adjust water treatment plans accordingly.
Potential drawbacks
The primary issue with introducing IoT devices into the water resource management industry is the increased risk of cyberattacks. As more and more technologies are integrated into utility systems, hackers’ activities are drawing increasing attention.
Private information about people’s water usage could fall into the wrong hands. Even worse, cybercriminals might sabotage or disable this technology, leaving towns’ water supplies vulnerable to leaks and contamination.
Therefore, public and private water management organizations seeking to leverage the Internet of Things must invest more resources in cybersecurity tools and training.
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