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The Trial Reservoir operates as an evergreen fund, meaning that repayments from successful trials are recycled into new ones. This approach ensures the fund’s sustainability and ongoing support for the commercialisation of high-potential technologies. To date, the Trial Reservoir has facilitated nine trials, eight of which have been successful and adopted by end-users, with an additional eight currently underway. The successful trials have led to energy savings and CO2 emission reductions. CASE STUDIES AND CONCLUSION The success of the Trial Reservoir is reflected in the real-world impact of its funded trials. In California, for instance, a trial using a novel non-membrane technology to remove recalcitrant elements from brackish groundwater resulted in a 35-50% reduction in energy consumption and a monthly saving of 0.23 tonnes of CO2 emissions. In the UK, a trial focused on reducing sludge haul and disposal costs for a major water utility achieved a decrease in the volume of sludge transportation needed, cutting CO2 emissions by 40,000kg/year. Additionally, a design software trial, reduced the wastewater treatment works (WwTW) design turnaround time by 50% and optimised engineering processes for reduced environmental impact. Isle’s consultancy services enhance both TAG and the Trial Reservoir by offering strategic guidance to technology providers and water utilities. These services are tailored to address the challenges faced within the water sector, supporting organisations from early-stage technology development through to market entry and growth. A strength of Isle consultancy services is their deep understanding of the global water market. The consultancy team provides clients with market analysis, including
competitor assessments, regulatory landscape evaluations, and customer segmentation. This intelligence is crucial for technology providers looking to enter new markets or expand their existing operations. For instance, a water technology company aiming to introduce a new water quality sensor to the market would benefit from Isle’s detailed market segmentation analysis. This analysis would identify key customer segments, identify potential competitors, and outline regulatory requirements, enabling the company to effectively tailor its go-to-market strategy. Isle also provides technology due diligence services, which are valuable for investors and water utilities evaluating the adoption or acquisition of new technologies. This due diligence process includes an assessment of the technology’s performance, reliability, and compatibility with existing systems. For example, Isle’s experts conduct benchmarking against industry standards to confirm the technology’s viability and ensure it meets the necessary criteria for full-scale implementation. In addition to market analysis and technology evaluation, Isle is instrumental in facilitating strategic partnerships. By understanding the strategic goals of both parties, Isle helps to align their interests, creating
partnerships that drive mutual growth. This includes identifying opportunities for co-development, joint ventures, and long-term collaborations that enhance the strategic capabilities of involved parties. Since 2018, Isle has maintained an ongoing relationship with a client whose strategy focuses on partnering with or acquiring technology companies to distinguish themselves from competitors. Isle has consistently demonstrated an understanding of the client’s business objectives, presenting technologies that align with their strategic goals. As a result, the client has established commercial relationships with several companies identified by Isle. Isle’s integrated approach to innovation and growth in the water sector is a testament to its commitment to driving meaningful change in the industry. Through TAG, the Trial Reservoir, and consultancy services, Isle not only facilitates the adoption of new technologies but also ensures that these innovations are aligned with the goals of both water utilities and technology providers. By reducing the risks associated with innovation and fostering collaboration, Isle is setting new benchmarks for what is possible in water management, ensuring the sector remains resilient, efficient, and forward-looking.
TAG members, along with Thomas Jacks, head of Dealflow at Isle Utilities, engaging in discussion and knowledge sharing during the European TAG forum in November 2022 (Image: Isle Utilities)
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