Xylem, a global leader in water technology, is working alongside Amazon to advance smart water management projects in Mexico, helping utilities tackle water losses and improve supply reliability in drought-stressed regions.
The collaboration supports ongoing initiatives in Mexico City and Monterrey, where rapid urbanisation and prolonged drought have placed mounting pressure on municipal systems. Both cities are investing in digital water technologies to manage pressure, detect leaks, and cut water losses, ultimately securing more affordable and sustainable supply for residents.
Smart technology to reduce water loss
In Monterrey, Servicios de Agua y Drenaje de Monterrey (SADM) has already deployed Xylem Vue powered by GoAigua across multiple districts. The project has reduced water losses by up to 37% in certain regions, with an overall savings rate of 17% during extreme drought. Building on this success, the city is extending digital monitoring and leak detection into new districts, including those serving vulnerable communities most impacted by water scarcity.
Mexico City, where nearly 40% of water is lost before reaching residents due to leaky pipes, is also integrating digital tools to optimise pressure and locate leaks faster. Commissioned by the Secretariat of Comprehensive Water Management (SEGIAGUA), the upgrades aim to protect resources while improving access for the city’s more than nine million residents.
Amazon’s role in water stewardship
Amazon is supporting these initiatives as part of its global water stewardship commitments. The company has launched more than 30 water replenishment projects worldwide, expected to return over 14 billion litres of water annually when fully operational. In Mexico, Amazon’s backing is helping local utilities extend the reach of advanced water management technologies.
Building resilience through collaboration
The joint efforts in Mexico demonstrate how public–private partnerships can accelerate progress towards resilient, sustainable urban water systems. By applying advanced analytics and digital monitoring, utilities are strengthening infrastructure, reducing operational costs, and providing more secure water supplies for communities under stress.
