4 Water Sector Trends You  Need to Know

Water Matters More Than Ever

Escalating environmental challenges, technological advancements, geopolitical pressures, and evolving business models are setting up the industrial water sector for significant transformation. Explore the four biggest trends that will have the biggest impact on the industrial water sector in the coming months.

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#1: Increased Pressure on Corporations for Sustainable Water Management

Businesses are acknowledging the strategic value of water management, seeing it not just as a moral imperative but as essential for their ROI through initiatives like water conservation and reuse.

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L'importanza che sta assumendo la rendicontazione della sostenibilità evidenzia questa tendenza, con leader industriali globali come Micon che si sono posti l'obiettivo di ottenere una conservazione dell'acqua pari a 100% attraverso il riutilizzo, il riciclo e il ripristino in alcuni siti di produzione di chip. Questo cambiamento è determinato dalle motivazioni commerciali per la gestione dell'acqua, dai progressi tecnologici e dalle richieste di sostenibilità da parte degli stakeholder lungo le catene di approvvigionamento.

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Reports from organizations like the UN Global Compact and the CEO Water Mandate highlight the direct threats of climate change on water availability, affecting businesses and communities.  With billions living in water-stressed areas and a significant financial risk to companies due to water scarcity, the economic incentives for sustainable water management are becoming undeniable.

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Quantifying sustainability can yield tremendous cost-savings for organizations, but care must be taken to report results properly.  Gradiant is helping organizations ​​operationalize sustainability commitments with customized solutions that drive value and growth.

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#2: The Global Standardization of Water Sustainability Reporting

The trend of increased environmental and water sustainability reporting in 2024 is likely to be influenced by several key developments observed in 2023: growing water sustainability reporting, adoption of climate-related disclosure standards, and Scope 3 Emissions accounting.

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Water sustainability reporting among FTSE 100 companies indicates a growing recognition of the importance of detailed environmental disclosures.  Improved regulatory frameworks to foster comprehensive reporting on water sustainability management, and indicates that regulatory pressure will continue to drive transparency and action.

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The adoption of climate-related disclosure standards is accelerating. Increasing adherence to these recommendations highlights a shift towards more transparent environmental reporting practices.  Firms appear more inclined to disclose their environmental impacts, including water usage and management, in response to both regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.

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ICMM's Scope 3 Emissions Accounting and Reporting Guidance offers a framework for mining and metals companies to report on their value chain emissions.  This guidance paves the way for enhanced collaborative action to mitigate environmental impacts.

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The adoption of climate-related disclosure standards is accelerating. Increasing adherence to these recommendations highlights a shift towards more transparent environmental reporting practices.  Firms appear more inclined to disclose their environmental impacts, including water usage and management, in response to both regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.

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#3: The Technology Sector & Water Usage

L'utilizzo dell'acqua da parte dell'industria dei semiconduttori è un problema critico non solo negli Stati Uniti, ma anche a livello globale in aree come Taiwan e Corea, dove la presenza di fabbriche di chip ha portato a conflitti per le risorse idriche. The need for responsible water usage and innovative water management solutions is becoming increasingly important as the semiconductor industry continues to grow​​.

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Advancements in water reuse technology are becoming increasingly critical as tech companies, including those in semiconductor manufacturing and data center operations, continue to expand. These industries are among the highest volume water users, with data centers in particular being prime candidates for water recycling technologies due to their substantial cooling requirements.

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The push for water reuse reflects a broader trend across various industries towards sustainability and environmental stewardship. The adoption of onsite or decentralized reuse systems by tech companies is growing, with significant investments being made to reduce water supply costs, secure water exempt from drought-related cutbacks, and enhance their environmental reputation.

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With water stress and scarcity becoming more prevalent due to climate volatility and drought, the importance of water reuse technologies cannot be overstated.  These technologies not only ensure a sustainable water supply but also highlight the tech industry's role in leading by example when it comes to environmental conservation and sustainability efforts.

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Companies like Gradiant are leading the charge by offering advanced water recycling technologies that enable chip fabs to reuse up to 90% of wastewater for systems directly onsite.  This not only significantly reduces utility costs and improves energy efficiency but also contributes to achieving water resilience and sustainability goals​​.

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#4: Digital Water Management and AI

With the integration of digital twins, predictive analytics, and automation technologies, AI is enhancing efficiency and sustainability across the sector.  These advancements are driving significant improvements in the overall management of water resources.

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Digital twins, serving as virtual replicas of physical objects, processes, or services provide a detailed and controlled environment for studying processes, collecting data, and simulating outcomes. This integration allows for real-time data analysis and decision-making, facilitating a more precise and comprehensive approach to water management through applications such as detecting water leakages and predicting situations like floods in water networks.

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The relationship between digital twins and predictive analytics is symbiotic, with digital twins providing the detailed data needed for predictive analytics to forecast future scenarios and optimize operations​​. Through the application of AI, digital twins, and predictive analytics, the water management sector is witnessing significant advancements that promise to enhance sustainability, reduce waste, and improve the efficiency of water usage on a global scale.

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Gradiant’s SmartOps Digital leverages machine learning AI for the optimization and prediction of plant operations.  We’re using historical and real-time process data to deliver immediate productivity improvements and cost savings, as well as reduce the carbon and water footprints in systems where our solutions are installed.

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Last year, Gradiant established Turing, our digital and AI business focused on water usage to deliver transformative value and improved operational efficiency for clients.  We see AI as an essential technology for moving the needle on water sustainability for organizations across the globe.

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Awareness, Opportunity, & Innovation

The trends shaping the water sector in 2024 reflect a broader recognition of the critical importance of water management in sustaining our planet.  As we look forward to the innovations and advancements on the horizon, there is ample reason for optimism about the future of water sustainability.

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2024

Al servizio delle industrie più importanti del mondo

Per affrontare il problema della scarsità d'acqua a livello globale, è necessario concentrarsi su uno degli utilizzatori più intensivi: l'industria. Grazie alle nostre soluzioni esclusive, aiutiamo i marchi più importanti del mondo a ridurre, recuperare e rinnovare l'acqua che utilizzano. È tempo di ripensare all'acqua come al flusso di valore più critico per le industrie leader del mondo. L'acqua non è solo un pezzo del puzzle: è il puzzle.