Why should submeters be installed in mixed-use project water systems?

Submetering in mixed-use project water systems allows for detailed tracking of water consumption across different areas and systems within a facility. This granularity in data enables building managers and owners to identify disparities in performance among various water-based systems. For example, if the submeter data indicates that one area is using significantly more water than another, it may prompt investigations into leaks, inefficiencies, or other issues. It informs decision-making about water usage strategies, helps with optimizing performance, and ultimately fosters sustainable practices by reducing waste.

While reducing overall water cost, tracking for regulatory reasons, and complying with local building codes are important factors in water management, they’re not as directly related to the specific benefits that come from the insights provided by submetering. Specifically, the ability to pinpoint variations in water consumption is fundamental to improving efficiency and informs maintenance and operational strategies.