THE IMPORTANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE TO COMPLETE THE VALUE CHAIN OF SUSTAINABLE WATER RESOURCES By Mr. Imad Makhzoumi CEO, ENOIA
The discussions covered a wide range of important topics related to water infrastructure and sustainability. Here's a summary of the key points:
experiences from different countries and regions can help inform and improve infrastructure projects globally.
1. Challenges of Ailing Infrastructure and Non-Revenue Water (NRW): Apparent losses, which account for about 40% of NRW in developing and at times in developed countries were discussed as a major challenge. These losses vary by country, region, and economic considerations, highlighting the importance of addressing infrastructure issues. 2. Financial Implications: The financial implications of water infrastructure were examined, including the need for funding and investment in improving infrastructure to ensure sustainability. 3. Water Quality: Ensuring water quality was highlighted as a critical aspect of infrastructure projects, emphasizing the importance of maintaining and upgrading systems to deliver clean and safe water. 4. Best Practices and Country-Specific Experiences: Sharing best practices and
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Intelligent
Systems
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Technology
Integration: The integration of intelligent systems and technology into water infrastructure projects was emphasized to enhance efficiency, monitoring, and maintenance. This includes real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and GIS-based systems. 6.
Materials
Selection: Consideration of
materials for water infrastructure projects was discussed, with a focus on selecting materials
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