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Watersmart Case Studies
Case studies are a great way to understand how our products are being used in the real world. They provide a glimpse into the success stories of our customers.
Industry News
Watersmart is an authority on what is happening in the water eco-system of Aoteroa, New Zealand. See the latest news, updates, and innovative solutions.
Call for water metering to improve Kiwi water resilience
Experts and councils across Aotearoa are increasingly calling for the widespread adoption of water metering to help New Zealand better manage its water use
Aquacomb Case Study: Takanini
At 10 Tironui Station Road, Simken Construction needed an effective rainwater detention solution to manage runoff while meeting structural requirements. WaterSmart proposed the Aquacomb system, known for its adaptability and ability to integrate with existing designs.
Community organisations sought a revolutionary New Zealand RainStick Shower pilot
New Zealand chosen to run the international pilot programme!
Aquacomb Case Study: Glen Eden
Discover how Watersmart provided smart water management solutions for Orient Construction, improving efficiency and water sustainability.
World Water Week
Next week is World Water Week, held since 1991 in Stockholm. Find out how Watersmart contributes to the theme this year.
Water Metering: Why It Is Useful for Building Owners and Developers
Water metering is a crucial tool for building owners and developers aiming to achieve a NABERS (National Australian Built Environment Rating System) rating, particularly for water efficiency. NABERS ratings are essential for demonstrating a building’s environmental performance and sustainability, and water metering plays a pivotal role in this process.
PMG Funds Building Water Efficiency with Watersmart
Leading New Zealand commercial property fund manager, PMG Funds, has engaged Watersmart to support its drive to improve and reduce the company’s water
Upcoming Event – Unconventional Disruptors at Corenet Symposium
As New Zealand faces increasing climate extremes, the importance of future-proofing buildings against water and energy challenges is more urgent than ever. At
Winter has arrived and so has the flooding
Winter has well and truly arrived bringing with it the cold and the rain. It has also unfortunately brought flooding, with a State of Emergency being declared
Half a million Kiwis lack access to safe drinking water
Recent reports from water regulator, Taumata Arowai, showed that nearly half a million Kiwis do not have access to safe drinking water.
Funding for sustainability
Explore diverse funding options for sustainable initiatives like water conservation, flood protection, and wastewater projects to secure necessary investments.
LowCO – decentralising water infrastructure eases stress
Funding for growth emerged as a core topic at recent conferences, highlighting infrastructure stress, funding issues, and resilience.
Get Winter Ready – Flood Protection Plan Checklist
Having a flood protection plan can help prepare your property for flooding this winter. Not sure what to check? We've compiled a list of checks here.
AI Feature to Improve Safety
AI technology is transforming flood protection by improving the safety and operation of automated, hydraulically powered flood barriers.
Lift Protection – FloodFree Barriers
Lift shafts are prone to water ingress due to weather events, flash flooding, stormwater issues and extreme flood events. In these situations when water finds
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