1、Exploring the Future of Infrastructure,Digital Transformation,and CircularityTable of ContentsExecutive Summary 041.0.Introduction 12 2.0.Infrastructure 16 2.1.Expanding Desalination 18 2.2.Advancing Water Transmission 28 2.3.Upgrading Network 363.0.Digital and AI 44 3.1.Digitizing Operations and Se

2、rvices 46 3.2.Enhancing Cybersecurity 544.0.Circularity and Sustainability 58 4.1.Adopting Renewable Energy 60 4.2.Mining Desalination Brine 66 4.3.Valorizing Wastewater 725.0.Conclusion 84List of Tables and Figures 88References 90EXECUTIVE SUMMARYEXECUTIVE SUMMARYSAUDI WATER AUTHORITY(SWA)WATER HOR

3、IZONS54Executive SummaryThe global water sector is under increasing pressure.Climate change,population growth,and rapid urbanization are intensifying demand,exposing gaps in infrastructure,and driving the need for more resilient and efficient water systems.Many countries are now confronting the limi

4、tations of aging water infrastructure.Upgrades are essential to reduce losses and enhance reliability.In addition,further infrastructure is needed to meet the rising demand for safe and reliable water supply services.Additional infrastructure is also needed to ensure equitable access by populations.

5、At the same time,utilities are adopting advanced digital technologies,ranging from AI-driven analytics systems to smart networks,to improve operational efficiency,reduce costs,and anticipate system stress.These technologies are becoming key to how utilities manage assets,detect inefficiencies and lo

6、sses,and engage with customers.The move towards sustainability and circularity is also gaining momentum.There is an increased focus on energy efficiency and on closed-loop models that recover materials and elements previously discarded.This report examines eight structural shifts reshaping water man