A saddening problem Of all the issues that the world faces, scarcity of water in developing counties is proving itself to be one of the most damaging.
Over 783 million people worldwide – the equivalent to one in nine people, don’t have access to clean drinking water.
The process of simply installing water systems in communities affected by a lack of access to clean water is no longer a solution that is adequate in achieving this goal.
Yet, by finding a way to ensure these water systems are maintained properly, a real positive change can be achieved.
Modern-day solutions for a longstanding issue The answer to one of the most fundamental problems that Africa is facing is no longer a utopian fantasy or centuries away.
Whilst a solar powered pump, filtration system, tank or local water distribution system is being installed or repaired, eWATER trains local engineers to maintain the system and upgrade communal taps.
By highlighting this real-time performance of the water taps, any issues can quickly be identified and fixed– combatting the ultimate problem of inactive water systems that can no longer be used by members of local communities.
Anyone wishing to use the new system can obtain an eWATER NFC tag from a local shop.
However, since many customers may not have a Smartphone, the system has been designed to allow anyone in the village to become a local distributor for eWATER credit.
It has become clear that the use of IoT is truly changing people’s lives by making a sustainable and positive impact on the most critical and basic of human needs.