Category: Case Studies

Abu Dabhi – Sustainable agriculture with atmospheric water generation

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Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Usage: Unfiltered water generation for agricultural use
Setup Type: AWG (Atmospheric Water Generator)

Background

In the arid environment of Abu Dhabi, where water scarcity is a constant challenge, the Ministry of Presidential Aairs sought a sustainable solution for agricultural water needs. Traditional methods were either too expensive or environmentally unsustainable. A forward thinking approach was required to support local agriculture without straining limited water resources.

Solution

Akvo introduced a specially designed single-phase AWG system that could generate 300 liters of water per day. This innovative solution harnessed ambient humidity to produce water, bypassing the need for energy-intensive desalination or expensive water imports. The unfiltered water was ideal for agricultural applications, providing a fresh source of hydration for plants and landscapes around government facilities.

Impact

– Resource Optimisation: Enabled the Ministry to utilise a renewable source of water, significantly reducing the ecological footprint associated with traditional water sourcing methods.
– Operational Eiciency: The single-phase system was easy to install and required minimal maintenance, making it a practical solution for sustained agricultural support.
– Strategic Resilience: By adopting atmospheric water generation, the Ministry enhanced its water security strategy, ensuring a reliable supply even under adverse climatic condition.

Philippines – Emergency water supply: A lifeline for the ports authority

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Location: Philippines
Usage: Emergency water supply for the Philippines Port Authority
Setup Type: Standalone, Trailerized Solutions

Background

The Philippines, frequently battered by typhoons and natural disasters, needed a robust water supply system for its ports to ensure continuity of operations and safeguard public health during emergencies. The Philippines Port Authority sought a solution that was both mobile and capable of providing immediate relief in times of crisis.

Solution

Akvo developed and deployed 25 trailerized AWG solutions, each equipped with a 300 LPD system and backup generators. These mobile units were designed for rapid deployment and could be positioned across various ports as needed. The self-contained systems ensured that clean water was available even in the most challenging conditions, with minimal setup time.

Impact

– Emergency Preparedness: The Port Authority gained the ability to respond swiftly to emergencies, providing essential water supplies during disasters.
– Operational Continuity: Ensured the availability of potable water at key strategic points, maintaining port operations and public safety during critical times.
– Versatility and Mobility: The trailerized systems could be moved to any location, offering flexibility in response to varying emergency scenarios.

Chennai – Empowering a corporate giant with on-site water generation

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Location: Chennai
Usage: Drinking water supply for a large corporate headquarters
Setup Type: Distributed Water Supply with Rooftop AWGs

Background

A major corporate headquartered in Chennai, employing over 5,000 people, required a reliable, high volume water solution that could keep pace with its growing needs. The traditional reliance on municipal water supplies posed a risk of shortages and disruptions, making it imperative to find a self-sufficient alternative.

Solution

Akvo installed 60 Water Blocks on the rooftop, each generating 500 litres of water per day. This modular setup, producing a total of 30,000 litres daily, was connected to multiple distribution points across the headquarters, ensuring a steady low of fresh water for all employees, visitors, and operational needs.

Impact

– Self-Suficiency: The company gained complete control over its water supply, eliminating dependence on external sources and mitigating the risk of water scarcity.
– Enhanced Sustainability: By generating water on-site, the corporate reduced its environmental footprint, supporting its broader sustainability goals.
– Team Well-Being: A consistent supply of high-quality drinking water & enhancing workplace health.

Gujarat – Redefining industrial water solutions for employee welfare

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Location: Gujarat
Usage: Drinking water for factory employees
Setup Type: Distributed Water Supply with Rooftop AWGs

Background

The largest glass bottle manufacturer in Gujarat, employing thousands, faced a persistent challenge: ensuring the availability of safe drinking water in a region where groundwater resources were both scarce and compromised. A reliable, decentralised solution was essential to safeguard employee health and productivity.

Solution

Akvo deployed multiple 500 LPD AWGs across the factory premises, strategically installing them on rooftops and connecting them to various distribution points throughout the facility. This setup ensured that every employee had easy access to fresh drinking water, regardless of their location within the factory.

Impact

– Employee Health and Safety: The provision of clean drinking water reduced health risks and absenteeism, contributing to a more productive workforce.
– Operational Eficiency: The decentralised system eliminated the logistical complexities of transporting water, ensuring consistent availability at a lower operational cost.
– Sustainability Leadership: By adopting a renewable water generation model, the company positioned itself as a leader in sustainable industrial practices.

Bengaluru – Revolutionising corporate water supply with WOW (Water on Want)

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Location: Bengaluru
Usage: Corporate water supply through a pay per-litre model
Setup Type: Distributed Water Supply with Rooftop AWGs

Background

A leading corporate in Bengaluru, catering to thousands of employees, faced the dual challenge of ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality drinking water while managing costs and environmental impact. The conventional approach of procuring bottled water was not only expensive but also contributed to significant plastic waste, contradicting the company’s sustainability goals.

Solution

Akvo implemented its WoW (Water on Want) model, installing rooftop AWGs capable of producing 3000 liters per day. This innovative pay-per-litre BOOT (Build Own Operate-Transfer) setup allowed the corporate to access fresh water on demand, eliminating the need for bottled water. Multiple dispensers were strategically placed across the campus to ensure easy access for all employees.

Impact

– Sustainable Transformation: Reduced the use of single-use plastics by over 80%, aligning the company with its environmental commitments.
– Cost Efficiency: Achieved significant cost savings on water procurement and logistics, reinvesting the savings into employee welfare programs.
– Enhanced Employee Experience: Improved access to fresh, chilled water, contributing to employee satisfaction and productivity.

The Airports Authority of India, Lakshadweep

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The Airports Authority of India or AAI is a statutory body, under the ownership of, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India. It is responsible for creating, upgrading, maintaining and managing civil aviation infrastructure in India.

AAI airport at Lakshadweep was looking for a solution to generate water as there were very scarce source of water hence Akvo installed one 500 LPD unit to provide water for their need.

Vimhans Niyati Hospital, New Delhi

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Vidyasagar Institute of Mental Health and Neuro and Allied Sciences is a mental healthcare institution in South Delhi. It was founded in 1987 as a tribute to the Indian psychiatrist Vidya Sagar, Vimhans Nayati is the best hospital in Delhi NCR, offering quality services backed by advanced technology and expertise of the top doctors in India.

The management of Vimhans wanted a solution to provide safe drinking water to the customers & were looking at GREEN technology to ensure their corporate vision & thus Akvo unit of 500 LPD was installed at their facility & its customers are enjoying the Akvo water.

NTPC Netra Noida

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NTPC is India’s largest energy conglomerate with roots planted way back in 1975 to accelerate power development in India. As a leading player in the world energy sector, NTPC recognized the potential of cutting edge technology in further improving its services and efficiency. Through its R&D arm NETRA (NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance), NTPC wanted access to green and sustainable products to further its commitment towards society by doing their bit for to fight water scarcity.

They were looking to harness and use new technology to save water wastage while producing drinking water and they sought Akvo’s atmospheric water generator for the same.

Akvo provided & installed one 1000 LPD unit at their technical centre in Noida for the evaluation & usage study.

 Akvo Water from Air Pilot Program – Damoh, MP

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Hardua Mangarh, a small village in Damoh faces drought on a regular basis and coupled with depleting ground water available, the local Government has been fighting water crisis for the past few years. With no source of water, providing safe drinking water to the local population has become a challenge. 

On August 2018, the local government sought Akvo’s Air to water technology to test its water from air machines in a pilot program to meet the drinking water demands. Akvo in coordination with the local authorities installed its Akvo 365K machine, a 1000 Liter of water from air per day machine thus ensuring continuous supply of uninterrupted safe drinking water for local population of Hardua Mangarh.

After the completion of the pilot program more Akvo Atmospheric water generators will be installed in strategic locations to fulfil the drinking water demand.

Berhampur, Odisha

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Brahmapur, also known as Berhampur is a city on the eastern coastline of Ganjam district of the Indian state of Odisha in East India, The municipality was looking at some solution to provide safe drinking water to people at prominent places like bus / train stations.  

Akvo has deployed the world’s first Air to Water ATM to Berhampur in Odisha with plans of deployment of More units nationwide, where local Civic authorities will be able to provide drinking water to the public without having to provide a source of water, thereby increasing reach and decreasing deployment and infrastructure delays.