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Schneider Electric Partners with Maharashtra to Modernize Water Management with Digital Technologies

The company aims to drive awareness among stakeholders, encouraging the adoption of innovative digital technologies to elevate efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in water management processes.

July 31, 2024. By Abha Rustagi

Schneider Electric has recently announced its collaboration with Water Resources Department, Maharashtra to sensitize officials on modernizing water and wastewater (WWW) management using the latest digital technologies.

This partnership is a continuation of Schneider Electric’s support to the Ministry of Jal Shakti’s efforts to accelerate the technology adoption for sustainable water management in India.

India, a country grappling with a staggering ~40 percent water loss due to leaks, is confronting strain on its water table, posing a threat to its economic advancement. In response to this pressing challenge, Schneider Electric has made its mission to confront the complexities of water management and address the urgent need for fostering sustainability, efficiency, and resilience in the water sector.

As part of this collaboration, the company aims to drive awareness among stakeholders, encouraging the adoption of innovative digital technologies to elevate efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in water management processes.

Schneider Electric’s end-to-end IoT platform, EcoStruxure, offers real-time data, analytics, and professional services to increase water consumption efficiency, decrease leaks, and optimize water distribution. EcoStruxure also offers advanced diagnostics and seamless IT/OT integration to future-proof operations.

“Integrating digital solutions into water management practices can lead to more efficient, resilient, and sustainable use of water as well as energy resources, thereby addressing the growing challenges posed by factors such as population growth, urbanization, and climate change”, said Sanjay Belsare, IAS, Secretary- CAD, Water Resources Department, Government of Maharashtra.

Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Arvind Kakru, Vice President – Industrial Automation, Greater India at Schneider Electric, said, “Through our collaboration with Water Resources Department, Maharashtra, Schneider Electric is committed to engaging stakeholders in breaking the cycle of waste and establishing a circular system for efficient energy and water management. Together, we are dedicated to maximizing the value of every drop, driving innovation to combat energy and water wastage, and paving the way for a more sustainable future."

Schneider Electric has also collaborated with the Ministry of Jal Shakti to prepare a skill development program that empowers eco-warriors to become proficient in using next-gen technology.

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