Smart Irrigation: How Digital Tools Help Cities And Growers Save Water

Irrigation is one of the largest uses of fresh water in the world, yet many farms and cities still water on fixed timers, whether or not plants need it. The result is overwatering, runoff, and wasted energy at a time when water is getting scarcer. Begoña Tarrazona, Irrigation Specialist at Xylem, explains how smart irrigation solves this. It uses soil sensors, weather forecasts, and satellite data to deliver water only when and where it’s needed.

Tarrazona shows how bringing that data into one place lets operators find leaks early and adjust schedules in real time. A public parks project in Qatar shows what this looks like in practice. She also covers the training, funding, and policy hurdles that still slow adoption. Read on to learn how data-driven irrigation can help you cut waste and costs and build a more resilient water system.