In an effort to enhance water conservation, Tucson Water in Arizona is partnering with Itron, Inc., to deploy advanced metering infrastructure (AMI).
Tucson will implement Itron’s AMI Essentials for water, the provider’s standard bundled AMI solution, tailored to better serve small- to medium-sized water utilities in the United States. The project will help Tucson Water lay the technical foundation to its One Water 2100 Plan, which aims to ensure a resilient, diverse water supply into the future.
The project will include the deployment of 250,000 smart water communication modules, Itron’s cellular Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) and Temetra meter data management solution.
“Deploying AMI is an essential investment in the reliability and long-term resilience of our water system,” said Tucson Water Deputy Director Silvia Amparano. “This technology gives us real-time insight that helps us reduce water loss, improve operational efficiency, and empower our customers with information they can use to manage their own water use.”
Tucson has gained notoriety for its water conservation efforts. The city’s primarily source is water from the Colorado River that is recharged in local aquifers. As a result of these challenges, water conservation is deeply rooted within the city’s water resource management practices.
“For many water utilities and cities, like Tucson, reducing water loss is a key challenge. The first step to address this is gaining greater visibility into the water distribution network,” said Don Reeves, senior vice president of Outcomes at Itron. “Itron’s AMI Essentials for water provides that visibility, enabling utilities to detect leaks sooner, reduce non-revenue water loss and improve operational efficiency. The scalable and flexible solution also allows utilities to bridge the gap from AMR to AMI quickly, affordably and reliably.”
The deployment aligns with Tucson’s One Water 2100 Plan, emphasizing equitable access, sustainable resource management and community-driven conservation strategies. The project began in the third quarter of 2025 and is expected to be fully completed by the end of 2029.
“Tucson Water has a long tradition of responsible water stewardship. This project strengthens our ability to plan, operate, and serve our community for generations to come,” added Amparano.
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