INTERA Incorporated, Spirae, LLC, and Intel have partnered to develop a proof of concept for the application of edge computing and renewable energy microgrid technologies to enhance the sustainability and resiliency of water utility groundwater supplies.
This innovative application of technology is documented in a white paper entitled Sustainable Groundwater and Energy Management for Utilities. The white paper outlines cutting-edge solutions that integrate renewable energy and predictive analytics to optimize groundwater usage, enable proactive well field asset management, improve energy efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Also Read: Nederlandse Innovatie Maatschappij (NIM) Leads H2ESTIA Project: The Future of Emission-Free Cargo Transport
Addressing Critical Water and Energy Challenges
Water utilities face growing challenges due to increasing demand for limited water supplies, climate variability, and rising costs. Traditional groundwater management strategies often fall short in balancing potentially conflicting uses, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. This white paper presents innovative solutions that leverage Intel-powered technology, including Spirae’s Wave microgrid controller for Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and an edge computing platform to support optimization of wellfield operations.
“Our collaboration with Intel and Spirae is designed to empower utilities with data-driven insights and operational support that improve the efficiency, resiliency, and sustainability of groundwater management,” said Daniel Haddock, P.E., Principal Engineer and Director of Water Utility Services at INTERA. “With these technologies, utilities can continuously analyze well and pump performance, optimize pumping operations, and enhance drought resilience while reducing operational costs.”
SOURCE: PRWeb