Objectives

AQUAMON introduces a new generation of intelligent water monitoring technologies designed to protect urban environments and public health. By combining real-time sensors, autonomous robots and advanced data analytics, the system delivers continuous insight into water quality across rivers, sewer networks and coastal areas. This integrated approach enables early detection of pollution events, faster interventions and more efficient management of water resources. With a dynamic Digital Twin, explainable AI models and user-friendly tools, AQUAMON empowers cities, utilities and decision-makers to make informed, timely decisions that support climate resilience, environmental sustainability and Europe’s zero-pollution ambitions.

Deliver continuous, real-time insight into water quality

Deploy advanced sensors to monitor chemical, biological, physical and microplastic pollutants directly in the field, providing fast, reliable and high-resolution data across the entire urban water cycle.

Detect pollution events before they escalate

Provide real-time identification of contamination sources such as combined sewer overflows, industrial discharges, stormwater runoff, and illicit sewer connections, enabling fast response and risk mitigation by water authorities.

Expand monitoring capabilities with autonomous robotics

Use aerial, surface and underwater robots to reach areas that are difficult or unsafe for humans to access, enabling precise sampling, mapping and infrastructure inspection.

Unite all environmental data within a single analytics platform

Integrate sensor, robotic and historical datasets into a shared data ecosystem that supports consistent analysis, transparent reporting and trustworthy environmental assessments.

Create a dynamic Digital Twin of the water environment

Build an interactive, real-time digital replica of rivers, sewer networks and treatment facilities to visualise system behaviour, explore scenarios and support operational decisions.

Leverage explainable AI for forecasting and risk evaluation

Apply transparent AI models to predict bathing-water quality, anticipate sewer flows, identify hotspots and assess chemical and microbial risks for drinking water and water reuse.

Ensure secure, transparent and tamper-proof data flows

Adopt advanced cybersecurity and blockchain technologies to guarantee data integrity, traceability and trusted information exchange among all stakeholders.

Make advanced water intelligence accessible to everyone

Provide intuitive dashboards, mobile tools, natural-language interaction and immersive XR environments so that operators, decision-makers and citizens can easily understand and act on complex information.

Support European climate resilience and zero-pollution goals

Provide actionable knowledge that helps cities and utilities meet EU environmental directives, promote safe and sustainable water management and adapt to climate-driven pressures.