INTEGRA 4.0 cultural transformation through digitalization
The INTEGRA 4.0 project by Sabesp, one of the largest water and waste management companies in the world
SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGE
Land and water resources, climate action
Story Highlights
UTILIZED SOFTWARE
OpenFlows
LOCATION
ORGANIZATION/COMPANY
Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo – Sabesp
PROJECT SUMMARY
The INTEGRA 4.0 project by Sabesp, one of the largest water and waste management companies in the world, is a tale of transformation and innovation in São Paulo, Brazil. Faced with the daunting challenge of managing water and waste amidst growing demands and environmental concerns, Sabesp embarked on a digital transformation journey. They harnessed the power of advanced technologies like digital twins, AI, IoT, and big data to create a seamless, efficient, and sustainable water management system.
Imagine a city where water flows effortlessly, losses are minimized, and every drop is accounted for. This vision became a reality through real-time monitoring and precise decision-making enabled by tools like Bentley’s OpenFlows WaterSight and OpenFlows SewerSight. With significant reductions in water losses and operational CO₂ emissions, the project optimized maintenance practices, leading to cost savings and increased operational efficiency, and brought stability and satisfaction to the community, ensuring a reliable water supply and effective sewage treatment.
Relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG Goal 1
No Poverty
End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
SDG Goal 2
Zero Hunger
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.
SDG Goal 3
Good Health and Well-Being
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
SDG Goal 4
Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
SDG Goal 5
Gender Equality
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
SDG Goal 6
Clean Water and Sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
SDG Goal 7
Affordable and Clean Energy
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.
SDG Goal 8
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full employment, & decent work for all.
SDG Goal 9
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization & foster innovation.
SDG Goal 10
Reduced Inequalities
Reduce inequality within and among countries.
SDG Goal 11
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
SDG Goal 12
Responsible Consumption and Production
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.
SDG Goal 13
Climate Action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
SDG Goal 14
Life Below Water
Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.
SDG Goal 15
Life on Land
Sustainably manage ecosystems, combat desertification, reverse land degradation, & halt biodiversity loss.
SDG Goal 16
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Foster peaceful & inclusive societies, ensure justice access, & build effective, accountable institutions at all levels.
SDG Goal 17
Partnerships for the Goals
Strengthen the means of implementation & revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.