| North America vegetation health, and many more – and


better understand how these factors affect overall system conditions. Early integrations of these data are already helping Hazen clients in use cases including improved drought management and tracking algal blooms in source water reservoirs. Tracking the development of harmful algal blooms in surface waters is one of the ways that Hazen scientists and engineers are using remotely sensed data from NASA and other providers. Access to diverse, actionable data is vital for


water utilities as they monitor regional water health and plan for potential changes in water demand, supply, operating rules, and other conditions. This is especially critical for water managers in arid regions of the western United States, where Hazen is helping numerous clients navigate the persistent challenges of water scarcity.


“With the advent of Earth observation innovation comes huge opportunities to leverage data for the American people, especially those in the water stressed West. NASA WWAO is excited to work with Hazen to realize that potential,” said Mark Davidson, NASA WWAO’s Water Alliance lead and head of private sector partnerships. This collaboration is an exciting step


in Hazen and NASA WWAO’s long-time relationship connecting water managers with data, science, and technology to position them for sustainable water management success. An initial joint project is already underway—a long-term planning exercise sponsored by the Kansas Water Office designed to introduce public stakeholders to the importance of regional water management and drought mitigation mechanisms. In the exercise, participants will leverage diverse data to create mock plans for benefit-oriented, cost-effective future water use. As the partnership progresses, Hazen looks


forward to further incorporating these data into its tailored client offerings, including within its OASIS water resources system modelling platform.


HYDROGRID


HYDROGRID has introduced a new Investment Simulation module to its hydro software suite, designed to support strategic decision-making for asset owners and project developers. Norwegian developer CADRE is among the first to implement the new tool. The module builds on HYDROGRID’s


existing Insight platform, incorporating features like digital twin technology to simulate investment and operational scenarios. It allows users to model real-world conditions and assess financial outcomes before committing to investment strategies. According to HYDROGRID, the module


provides several benefits: It quantifies revenue and generation im-pacts


Above: GUGLER Water Turbines GmbH has completed the Anashironi hydropower plant in Peru


of potential investments, such as plant upgrades or operational changes. It supports project prioritization based on profitability and impact. It reduces commercial risk in mergers and acquisitions through detailed outcome simulations. It enables users to evaluate how regulatory changes could affect operations and compliance.


“The Investment Simulation module is a game- changer for our clients, providing them with the tools to make informed decisions and optimize their investments,” said Philipp Parrer, Product Director at HYDROGRID. “We are excited to partner with CADRE and bring this innovative solution to the Norwegian market.” Øystein Flåt, Head of Asset Management at


CADRE, said the platform offered valuable in- sights from the outset. “Using the HYDROGRID Insight platform has been an easy and straightforward experience, and provided us with an outstanding level of detail and interactivity. Already in our first simulation project, we explored how different technologies can increase potential revenue with up to 14.5%, which directly informed our in-vestment decision. This advanced technology will significantly speed up our ability to navigate complex investment decisions ensuring maximum profitability for our partners.”


Innovasea


Innovasea, a developer of technologically advanced aquatic solutions for fish tracking and aquaculture, has announced two upgrades to its NexTrak system: the Acoustic Release (AR) receiver and Increased Residency (IR) Coding. Innovasea’s innovative NexTrak AR receiver


Integrated Power Services (IPS)


Integrated Power Services (IPS), a provider of electrical, mechanical, and power management systems, recently achieved a


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combines the world’s most advanced acoustic telemetry system with acoustic release (AR) capabilities. Researchers can now enjoy dependable, diver-free retrieval of their NexTrak gear and mooring equipment. This, combined with the system’s proven performance – 40% greater range and 2x as many detections – offers a complete solution for tracking and retrieval. Through this innovation, researchers can confidently deploy receiver(s), log data, and easily and safely recover their equipment from even the harshest study environments. “By integrating AR capabilities to our high- performing NexTrak line, we’ve transformed what can be a costly and potentially hazardous process,” said Jean Quirion, Vice President of Research and Development at Innovasea. “We want to empower researchers to explore more remote, extreme areas, with the utmost confidence that they can retrieve their data and equipment.” The NexTrak AR receiver is now available for


pre-order.


Meanwhile, Innovasea’s Increased Residency (IR) Coding is a new tag coding that allows for significantly improved performance in high residency scenarios. Now, researchers can expect up to 5x more detections, due to fewer tag collisions in densely tagged areas. The tag upgrade will help elevate specific projects, including those dealing with fast-moving species, fish congregation sites, and fine-scale positioning studies.


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