Econom’O: Connected Irrigation for Sustainable Water Management 🌍💧
In the face of growing challenges linked to climate change and increasingly frequent droughts, managing irrigation for green spaces has become a key issue for local authorities. Traditional irrigation systems, often expensive to install, are rarely optimized for efficient water use. In this context, Econom’O, an open connected irrigation solution, transforms these infrastructures into smarter, more water-efficient systems. 🌱
Optimizing Existing Irrigation Systems ⚙️
Traditional irrigation systems often rely on solenoid valves and programmable controllers that do not account for weather conditions or the actual moisture content of the soil. This often leads to overwatering, especially during rainy periods or when the soil is already sufficiently moist. Econom’O transforms these traditional systems into connected devices that can adapt in real-time to the plants’ water needs. This solution significantly reduces water wastage while maintaining optimal hydration for each area.
Precise Management with Smart Sensors 🧠📊
The key to smart irrigation lies in measuring water needs. Econom’O uses capacitive moisture sensors connected via a LoRaWAN network to assess the soil’s water content. These sensors, strategically placed, provide effective coverage while keeping costs low. 💡
The collected data is sent to the Econom’O Box, a device that measures and records water inputs for each irrigated zone. Using this information, a recommendation algorithm predicts soil moisture evolution based on weather forecasts and plant types. This allows for targeted and reasoned irrigation adjustments.
Flexibility and Intelligence for Irrigation Control 🔄🌿
One of the strengths of Econom’O is its ability to adjust existing irrigation schedules in real-time. For example, if an hour of irrigation is scheduled, the Econom’O Box can reduce the duration to 15 minutes or even suspend irrigation entirely when weather conditions don’t warrant it. Additionally, the measurement history allows for the quick detection of leaks or anomalies, helping maintenance teams intervene and reducing unnecessary water losses.
A Solution Integrated into the Smart City Ecosystem 🏙️🌐
Econom’O integrates seamlessly into a smart city ecosystem. Connected to a web-based software platform, this solution centralizes the data and runs the recommendation algorithms. Thanks to its compatibility with open technologies such as Stellio and the NGSI-LD standard developed by ETSI, Econom’O can easily be incorporated into a global smart city management system.
The Benefits of Econom’O for Sustainable Water Management 🌿💧
- Reduced water consumption: Targeted irrigation leads to significant water savings. 💡
- Proactive and informed management: Real-time data provides a clear understanding of water needs, enables quick anomaly detection, and supports data-driven decision-making. 📈
- Easy implementation: Econom’O integrates with existing irrigation systems, avoiding costly investments in entirely new infrastructure. ⚙️
Econom’O is the ideal solution for local authorities looking to combine efficiency, sustainability, and cost savings in water management. With a connected and intelligent approach, this solution helps meet current environmental challenges while offering an easy-to-deploy and manage tool. 🌍💡
