Denton's upgrading its water meters to smart tech! This move aims to cut costs and pinpoint leaks quicker, potentially leading to smarter water usage for everyone.
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The grant would provide up to $35 million in funding for the project.
Water customers, as the new meters will provide better data on usage and potential leaks.
No groups negatively affected
The city is applying for a $35 million grant to upgrade water meters, which could improve billing accuracy and leak detection.
A new analytics system will provide real-time data on water and wastewater infrastructure, helping the city to identify problems like leaks and capacity issues more quickly and plan for future needs.
The WaterWise incentive program is undergoing a revamp based on lessons learned from its pilot phase and is expected to relaunch in March. The committee will receive updates on its effectiveness.
Denton will test smart water meters in new pilot program to cut costs, catch leaks KERA News
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