ABB India Achieves Water Positive Status at Four Plants

In a country where water stress affects millions, one company is proving that industry can give back more than it takes.

ABB India has achieved Water Positive certification at four manufacturing facilities across Bangalore, Nashik, and Faridabad. The Faridabad plant leads the way, replenishing 1.29 times the water it withdraws through groundwater recharge, wastewater reuse, and advanced monitoring systems.

The company's Nelamangala campus became the first in India's electrical equipment and machinery sector to earn Gold-level certification from the Alliance for Water Stewardship. This achievement represents years of systematic effort to redesign how factories interact with local water resources.

But ABB didn't stop at its own facilities. The company partnered with Third Planet Foundation to revive nearly 100 borewells across 70 villages in Karnataka using patented BoreCharger technology.

These community projects have transformed daily life for thousands of families. Farmers now have more reliable irrigation for their crops, while households enjoy improved access to drinking water in regions where every drop counts.

The Ripple Effect

The impact extends far beyond individual villages. ABB's AquaMaster flowmeters now monitor water systems across 15 cities in eight states, with nearly 2,000 units installed nationwide.

In Karnataka's Koppal district, digital flowmeters help officials track water distribution in real time. This visibility allows utilities to spot leaks quickly, reduce waste, and ensure drinking water reaches communities more efficiently.

Cities like Surat and Bengaluru use ABB's technology to strengthen their water networks. The systems work reliably even in remote areas with limited power, making them ideal for India's diverse geography and infrastructure challenges.

The company celebrated 20 years of AquaMaster technology in India last year. Two decades of innovation have helped utilities serve their communities better while conserving precious water resources.

From factory floors to rural villages, ABB's approach shows how technology and community partnership can address one of India's most pressing challenges. When companies measure success not just by what they produce but by what they restore, everyone benefits.