Join us in reducing the carbon impact of water utility operations.
A collaborative effort led by the Water Loss Specialist Group of the International Water Association to quantify the carbon footprint of Non-Revenue Water (NRW) projects.
About the initiative
Historically, volumetric water loss reduction or improved revenue recovery have been the two main drivers for NRW projects. It is widely recognised that the impacts of NRW programmes incur activity with a carbon intensity which need to be properly considered and appraised at the project creation stage.
Understanding the carbon emissions associated with each activity is essential for driving towards carbon-efficient operations that maximize water loss reduction and for stimulating innovation in technology and operational practices or even alternative nature based, lower carbon intensity materials.
The project aim
This initiative aims to implement a carbon efficiency rating system for water loss reduction activities, so that utilities and investors can make informed decisions that balance immediate carbon impacts with long-term water and carbon savings.
We seek to:
- Quantify the carbon cost of NRW reduction activities.
- Analyse global trends and best practices
- Promote sustainable solutions for NRW management.
White Paper
Call for Data
Data Synthesis
Distribute
The project timeline
The four stages in the project timeline are: producing a White Paper, which explores the project concept and identifies knowledge gaps; publicising a Call for Data inviting water utilities across the globe to contribute their carbon impact data from NRW activities; a Data Synthesis stage where trends are analysed and a carbon efficiency rating developed; then Distribution, where best-practice and findings are shared with the water sector to better inform sustainable decision-making.
Why you should get involved
Gain Data-Driven Insights
Compare the carbon impact of your operations with global industry trends.
Unlock Opportunities
Exchange knowledge of best practice to improve sustainability strategy.
Drive Innovation
Insight generated will highlight gaps where low-carbon solutions are required.