Smart Water Management: How Ai and Iot Can Solve India’s Urban Water Crisis

N Nearly 600 million Indians endure high to extreme water scarcity, & over 21 cities, including Delhi, Bengaluru & Chennai, could run out of groundwater by 2030. According to NITI Aayog’s 2019 report, India’s per capita water availability is around 1,100 cubic meters, significantly below the water stress threshold of 1,700 cubic meters. By 2030, India’s water demand is estimated to be twice the available supply, implying severe scarcity. Smart Water Management: A Transformational Solution A decisive pivot to Smart Water Management (SWM) can make a transformational difference. Leveraging IoT…

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THE FUTURE OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT: EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND REAL-WORLD IMPACT (WITH AN INDIA PERSPECTIVE)

By Sharad Bhushan Executive Director, EWE, India, AECOM Wastewater management is undergoing a profound transformation evolving from a narrow “end-of-pipe” compliance exercise into a cornerstone of the circular economy. The sector is no longer about mere disposal but about value recovery: reclaiming water, nutrients, and energy while reducing emissions, protecting public health, and strengthening the resilience of urban and industrial systems. This article brings together the latest technological trends, practical innovations, and real-world applications including AECOM’s impactful work in India to present a holistic view of where wastewater innovation is…

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