Accelerating towards net zero

The need for decarbonisation has never been more urgent after the planet breached the 1.5°C warming threshold in 2024. The impacts of climate change are already being felt, predominantly through a changing water cycle. With utilities responsible for significant emissions and facing rising energy costs, the need for action has never been clearer. On the positive side, and what excites me most, is how technology is shifting the game – making real, impactful change more achievable than ever before.

I’ve seen firsthand how digital solutions can unlock efficiencies we once thought impossible. Advancement in AI-powered real-time optimisation and intelligent automation are not just buzzwords – they’re already transforming operations, cutting emissions, and reducing costs in ways that benefit both utilities and the planet. From optimising sewage treatment plants to scaling system-wide energy recovery, the potential is enormous. Too often I also see utilities that struggle to adopt.

This White Paper aims to outline not just the why, but the how. It highlights practical steps – from quick wins to bold, future-proof strategies – that utilities can take to accelerate their path to net zero. The solutions are ready, the technology is proven, and the business case is strong.

The real question is: will we act fast and bold enough? My hope is that these insights inspire you to take the next step – because the time to move is now. Let’s make decarbonisation a reality, together.