Keeping our water catchments safe and secure is essential for water quality, public health and biodiversity protection. That's why at Melbourne Water, we’re trialling autonomous drones at Silvan Reservoir, which supplies 65% of Melbourne’s drinking water, to enhance the security of our protected catchments—a cornerstone of our world-class water supply system. Equipped with AI, night vision, and high-resolution cameras, these drones: ✅ Provide real-time monitoring of catchments ✅ Detect and differentiate between humans, animals, and vehicles ✅ Reduce contamination risks ✅ Alert teams to invasive species ✅ Help protect endangered wildlife like the Growling Grass Frog and Greater Glider Learn more about our innovative approach to securing Melbourne’s water supply for generations to come: https://bit.ly/40nDHbY #MelbourneWater #WaterSecurity #Innovation
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