This article was originally published in the August 2025 issue of Vandteknologi, a Danish Business Review publication. Nickey Jørgensen, of Danish Water Innovation approved the following English translation generated by ChatGPT5.
Denmark is known for having one of the world’s most reliable water supplies. Every day, we turn on the tap and take clean drinking water for granted. Yet beneath our feet runs a vast network of aging pipes. As these systems wear down, leaks occur—often invisible from the surface. Detecting and repairing them is both technically demanding and essential to maintaining supply security.
The role of Danish Water Innovation
This is where Danish Water Innovation plays a vital role. The company was founded with a clear mission: to reduce water loss—known as Non-Revenue Water—and protect critical infrastructure. According to the Danish Environmental Protection Agency, average water loss in Denmark is 7.8%. While this figure is far lower than the 30–60% common in many other countries, even small percentages matter when dealing with one of society’s most precious and limited resources.
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