Miami-Dade pilots sensors to cut water revenue leakage

Miami-Dade County has announced a series of water-focused projects to reduce wastage, save money and foster innovation.

The first is a four-month pilot programme to ensure commercial water usage is accurately measured and billed for. Sensors from technology company Olea Edge Analytics will be deployed on over 25 large commercial water meters in the area.

According to Olea Edge Analytics, large commercial and industrial water meters can represent 40 to 60 percent of a utility's annual revenue and can lose accuracy by 10 percent per year, meaning they may undercount usage. The equipment is also bulky and difficult to maintain or replace.

The company says its technology provides real-t...