How Vitens increased operational efficiency by 7% through real-time asset measurements

“Every Drop Sustainable,” that’s the vision at the heart of Vitens, the largest drinking water company in The Netherlands. The utility delivers high-quality drinking water to 5.6 million people and companies in 7 of the 12 Dutch provinces. Vitens understands that reliable drinking water is a necessity for our health and well-being, and securing the supply of this essential resource has to be sustainable and cost effective. As a company that places global responsibility at the heart of its long-term vision, Vitens is committed to creating a sustainable water ecosystem by 2030.

In Spannenburg, Vitens Water purifies 25 billion liters of drinking water annually.

To this end, Vitens is investing in innovative solutions, using data smartly to improve its operational performance. Through continuous (real-time) measurement and the use of algorithms, model calculations and scenario analysis, a more constant and reliable drinking water quality and quantity can be produced and delivered. This sets Vitens at the forefront of water industry innovation to improve efficiency and sustainability. Reducing energy consumption and emissions plays a key role in this journey for Vitens, especially in light of climate change issues, a volatile energy market and rising energy prices. Pumps are the lifeblood of  Vitens’ daily operations with majority of electricity consumption used in groundwater extraction and clean water distribution. Improving pump performance and efficiency will therefore have a positive impact on Vitens’ operations in reducing energy consumption, costs and environmental impact.