Discover how Stevens Water Monitoring Systems (Stevens) leverages Internet of Things Sensors and cloud-based data analysis for a wide array of sustainability applications

The term ‘sustainability’ is frequently referenced, yet it encompasses a wide range of concepts. Sustainability initiatives include reducing carbon emissions, weather and environmental monitoring, disaster prevention and recovery, minimizing energy and water consumption, and advancing smart grid technology.

In light of the diversity and complexity of the sustainability field, Stevens collaborates with a variety of specialist partners to expand our satellite connectivity across various sectors. Stevens Water Monitoring Systems is the latest addition to our growing ELEVATE program, which represents a significant partnership.

Founded in 1911, Stevens has been an innovative leader in the environmental monitoring industry for over a hundred years, providing reliable and effective tools for ecological monitoring and environmental data management. Currently, Stevens serves over 200 colleges and universities, 60 government agencies, utilities, and thousands of golf courses and stadiums, Stevens has demonstrated a commitment to innovation in data acquisition technology, analysis, and insight.

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Stevens offers customized turnkey monitoring solutions, featuring the ‘Steelhead Logger’ data acquisition platform. This platform integrates high-quality industrial IoT sensors, data acquisition equipment, cloud-based software, and dependable satellite communications. This integration approach ensures seamless data transfer and insightful analysis, even in the most challenging and remote regions of the world.

Its suite of solutions provides valuable insights into water resources, soil conditions, and weather patterns. This enables a wide range of potential applications for sustainability, including:

• Assisting farmers by optimizing irrigation and fertilization practices using data analysis.
• Saving water for utilities by overseeing and regulating water systems to maintain quality, flow, and environmental standards.
• Measuring rainfall and soil erosion for flood and landslide forecasting, potentially protecting communities.
• Understanding optimal turf conditions at prestigious sporting venues and professional golf tournaments.
• Monitoring and managing wastewater retention, groundwater levels, and spills in areas affected by oil & gas production
• Collecting forestry data to predict floods, fires, or severe weather events.

Stevens’ guiding philosophy — ‘measurements to mind’ — highlights the importance of seamless connectivity between industrial IoT data collection and deliver actionable insights. Now, as an ELEVATE partner, the company will have access to our highly growing partner ecosystem – providing access to new capabilities and collaboration with other organizations involved in satellite connectivity and IoT.

“The demand for environmental data is critical in delivering efficiencies, research, compliance, and lifesaving solutions and Viasat’s global network with 99.5% coverage will enable us to offer enhance solution for the market”, said Jeff Horton, CRO, Stevens Water. “Stevens is proud to join ELEVATE to enhance our offerings with global satellite coverage.”

As global pressure for sustainability increases, companies and governments are increasing incorporating technology to drive a positive change. The partnership between Stevens and Viasat offers significant potential through their highly reliable satellite connectivity solutions.