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Why water companies choose LAISON for smart prepaid water meters

Smart Energy International

Recently, some water companies in the Middle East have started to tender for the STS prepaid water meter, arousing new discussion on smart water metering, as a solution for improving billing efficiency, in African countries and beyond. Prepaid water meters are not a new thing, even in Africa, but most projects failed before 2010.

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Enlit Africa and industry leaders showcase power and energy industry development

Smart Energy International

On the face of it, the power sector in Africa seems to be in trouble. Yet, there is another side to this tale of darkness – one in which electrification, light, new interconnections and power developments are springing up all over the continent and innovative technology is being adopted at a rate never seen before.

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DEWA’s smart water initiatives deliver $61m savings

Smart Energy International

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has recorded savings with its smart water network of AED225 million (US$61 million) over the past 10 years. Through the utilisation of smart technologies like advanced sensors and data analytics, DEWA ensures real-time monitoring, efficient resource management and swift response to any disruption.”

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Industry Insight on Egypt – Emerging Power in Green Hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel News

With its bountiful resources and strategic position, the country aims to cement its place as a leader in the clean energy transition. This ambition sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead, each aspect contributing to the blueprint of a sustainable energy future.

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Itron Inspire EMEA 2022: Utility best practices and innovation

Smart Energy International

The Itron Inspire EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) 2022 virtual event highlighted the important work being done within the water and energy sectors in the face of pressing challenges. EMEA key focus areas. Inspire conference opened on April 5th with the keynote session hosted by Tom Deitrich, Itron president and CEO.

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Building the business case for satellite IoT

Envirotec Magazine

Weather monitoring stations are transforming the efficiency and environmental performance of remote copper mines and helping farmers to safeguard crops and livestock in a changing climate. The shipping industry is improving cargo traceability to mitigate on-going disruption. They have built prototypes and invested in field testing.

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Wind farm pioneers system to protect birds in South Africa

Renewable Energy World

In South Africa, BioTherm Energy’s Excelsior Wind farm is collaborating with conservation organizations to minimize the wind industry’s impact on local bird populations (avifauna). The eight biodiversity monitors, who are predominately female, have been recruited from the surrounding communities.

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