The Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA) has partnered with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in a step towards addressing water-related challenges, Chief Executive Officer, Ing. Dr. Worlanyo Kwadjo Siabi has said.
This collaboration aims to tackle critical issues such as water quality and non-revenue water management, bringing innovation to the forefront of the water industry in the country.
Addressing journalists at the Minister’s Press Briefing a platform put together by the Ministry of Information to provide updates on developments in the country on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, Ing. Dr. Siabi unveiled the agency’s plans to work closely with KNUST in an effort to find effective solutions to pressing water problems on the back of innovative measures to bring transformative changes in the water sector.
“One of the key objectives of this partnership is to address critical issues related to water quality and non-revenue water,” Dr. Siabi emphasized. “We are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our citizens by ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water”, he said.
The joint effort between CWSA and KNUST would encompass several major projects. Two significant undertakings are expected to be completed by the close of 2024, focusing on improving water quality and mitigating non-revenue water losses. These projects have the potential to revolutionize the accessibility and efficiency of water services for communities across the region.
Additionally, the partnership would venture into groundbreaking research to incorporate artificial intelligence in non-revenue water management. This forward-thinking approach includes the development of intelligent robots designed to be launched into pipelines. These robots would play a vital role in detecting pipe bursts and unapproved nodes, ensuring a more efficient water distribution system.
The collaboration would also see the development of packaged water treatment plants designed to remove excess minerals from water. These advanced treatment facilities aim to provide communities with purified, safe, and mineral-balanced drinking water.
Source: MOI (PR Unit)
