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#401 Yaron Dycian on Cracking the Code of Water Waste in Buildings
Charlie Cichetti
October 09, 2025
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Water is the hidden utility — and one of the most expensive, riskiest, and carbon-intensive to mismanage.
This episode reveals how smart buildings are finally starting to treat water as seriously as energy.
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🌱BREAKING DOWN TRADITIONAL BUILDING
[Key Insight #1] Water Leaks Are Financial and Environmental Time Bombs
What's outdated: Building owners often overlook leaks — until they cause catastrophic damage.
The innovation: WINT’s system detects anomalies in water flow and shuts it off before damage escalates.
Impact: Prevent multi-million dollar losses, qualify for insurance discounts, and support LEED certification.
[Key Insight #2] A Quarter of Building Water Is Wasted
What's outdated: Intermittent use (e.g., faucets, dishwashers) hides chronic leaks — costing money and emitting carbon.
The innovation: AI recognizes patterns, flags abnormal use, and helps teams reduce consumption.
Impact: One leaking toilet can waste 100 gallons per hour — equal to a car’s yearly emissions.
[Key Insight #3] Water is Energy, Risk, and Carbon
What's outdated: Most buildings don’t realize how deeply water ties into HVAC, heating, and health.
The innovation: Holistic water monitoring improves system efficiency and reduces emissions.
Impact: Cut operational costs, reduce environmental impact, and comply with tightening regulations.
✅ CONNECT AND CONTINUE
🌿 Access full episode resources: Green Building Matters Podcast
🗒 Read the transcript: here