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Groundbreaking solution potentially saves millions in both dollars and gallons of water lost .

This innovative technology will enable NMED to provide accurate and reliable data to community agencies for better water management , potentially saving millions in both dollars and gallons of water lost . deployment of Geospatial AI , Woolpert has developed a Continuous Change Detection Platform that monitors key water indicators , such as soil moisture , vegetation health , and temperature . The system finds anomalies , many of which will not be apparent to human observers on the ground . It then reports them in an intuitive interface for decision makers .

" Ensuring access to clean , reliable drinking water is a priority for every state , and Hydro Delta showcases New Mexico ' s innovative leadership in using AI to protect this critical resource ," said Brent Mitchell , Vice President , Go-to-Market at Google Public Sector . " Together with Woolpert , we are proud to power this initiative with Google Earth Engine and our cloud AI technology to help improve the overall sustainability and quality of the state ' s water systems ."

NMED , alone , estimates Hydro Delta will save New Mexican water systems up to $ 154 million .

Hydro Delta plays a crucial role informing the inspection strategies for leaking systems and will minimize cost and search times .

" Hydro Delta is a game-changer for New Mexico ' s drinking water , especially those systems serving rural New Mexicans ," said Environment Secretary James Kenney . " Thanks to the guidance of Gov . Michelle Lujan Grisham ' s 50-Year Water Action Plan , our state is taking the lead in protecting our most precious resource in the face of climate impacts that threaten our water security ."

In some New Mexican water systems , 40 % to 70 % of treated water is lost from leaks , primarily due to aging infrastructure . These leaks are often extremely difficult to locate and fix , especially in small , rural communities with limited staffing and resources .

Hydro Delta helps communities with timely and hyperlocal insights derived from millions of satellite images . Leveraging Earth Engine , Google ' s world-leading platform for the development and

When a potential leak is detected , NMED staff will notify one of New Mexico ' s 1,100 water systems for investigation .

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides low-interest loans and grants to water systems , including the replacement of lead pipes , per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances ( PFAS ) identification , and general system updates . These federal funds increase opportunities for local water systems to secure funding to fix leaks .

George Azzari , Director of AI , Woolpert Digital Innovations , said : " By leveraging our advanced geospatial expertise and Google ' s cutting-edge technology , Hydro Delta is poised to revolutionize how we identify and address water leaks across the nation . This tool is a testament to our commitment to developing innovative solutions that protect our most precious resource ." p

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