Itron water meters and network infrastructure are part of a new water
efficiency program set to save one billion liters per year in the Pilbara
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI) announced today that the Water Corporation of
Australia is installing 13,000 Itron smart water meters across the
Pilbara region of Western Australia, which encompasses the townships of
Port and South Hedland, Karratha, Roebourne, Wickham and Point Samson.
The Itron meters, communication modules, network infrastructure and
software will be installed over the next year and are a key part of the
region's new water efficiency program aimed at saving one billion liters
of water per year.
The Itron smart water meters record and report water flow hourly,
providing important data to help the Water Corporation detect leaks and
spot unusual increases in demand. Over time the water usage data will
also help the Water Corporation compare hourly readings on a
week-by-week or month-by-month map to determine usage trends and
pinpoint potential areas to target conservation.
"We're pleased to take part in the Water Corporation of Australia's
efforts to conserve water," said Sheena Trumble, Itron general manager,
Australia. "Itron's fixed network system is the ideal solution to track
water usage to pinpoint leaks and make informed decisions about water
conservation. Our experience, cutting-edge technology, and recent
success installing this architecture in Kalgoorlie positioned us as a
clear choice for this project."
"With Itron's technology, our customers will have information about when
they use water, which will help them understand how to reduce their
usage and save money," said Garry Peach, Smart Metering program manager
for Water Corporation of Australia. "From an operations perspective,
implementing these meters is a critical step toward helping identify
leaks and track consumption across the region, so we reach our water
efficiency program goals."
Itron is dedicated to solving water providers' supply and distribution
challenges in Australia. Recently, Itron has worked with the Town of
Port Douglas, the City of Kalgoorlie, City West Water, South East Water,
Yarra Valley Water, Barwon Water, and most recently with Sydney Water,
Australia's largest water utility, to solve water challenges. Itron has
consistently delivered proven technology that meets the unique needs of
the country.
About Itron
Itron is a global technology company. We build solutions that help
utilities measure, monitor and manage energy and water. Our broad
product portfolio includes electricity, gas, water and thermal energy
measurement and control technology; communications systems; software;
and professional services. With thousands of employees supporting nearly
8,000 utilities in more than one hundred countries, Itron empowers
utilities to responsibly and efficiently manage energy and water
resources. Join us in creating a more resourceful world, start here: www.itron.com.
Itron, Inc.
Sharelynn Moore, 509-891-3524
Vice
President, Corporate Communications
sharelynn.moore@itron.com
Source: Itron, Inc.
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