Limassol is making significant progress in the large-scale environmental and digital project Limassol Smart Water Network – Living Lab, which involves the installation of modern smart water meters. These devices allow real-time monitoring of water consumption, early detection of leaks, and more efficient management of water resources. According to the Regional Self-Government Organization, more than 47,000 digital water meters have already been installed. The project is being implemented under Cyprus’s National Digital Transition and Sustainable Development Program, financed through the Cyprus Recovery and Resilience Plan within the Next Generation EU framework.
Installation process and temporary inconveniences
Currently, installations are ongoing in the districts of Agia Fyla, Ekali, Panagia Evangelistria, Apostolos Varnavas, Anthoupoli, Archangelos Michail, Agios Spyridon, and Zakaki. During equipment installation, short-term water supply interruptions may occur, typically lasting no more than 15–20 minutes. Work teams inform residents in advance and ask for understanding regarding these temporary disruptions. Once the installation is complete, the water supply returns to normal operation.
How smart meters are transforming city life
The installation of intelligent water meters is part of Limassol’s “smart city” strategy, aimed at improving public utilities and reducing water losses.
The system automatically transmits consumption data to a central database, allowing for:
- Instant leak and malfunction detection in the network
- Accurate consumption measurement
- Transparent billing between providers and consumers
- Water and cost savings
Experts estimate that switching to smart water metering systems could reduce water losses in the city by up to 20%, a crucial achievement for Cyprus, where efficient water use is of strategic importance.
Looking ahead: Limassol as a model for other cities
The Limassol project serves as a pilot example for the entire country.
Its successful implementation will pave the way for similar technologies to be adopted in Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos.
In the future, the smart water management system will be integrated with other urban infrastructure elements, such as energy efficiency, waste management, and climate control, transforming Limassol into one of the most technologically advanced and eco-friendly cities in the Eastern Mediterranean.