Watching Our Water
We build low cost, made-in-Canada water monitoring systems that continuously monitor whole watersheds.
Volunteer Network
Our network of community volunteers maintains our devices an ensure data is flowing and batteries are charged.
Powerful Technology
All our data is collected and stored in our cloud, where various data analysis and AIs are continuously monitoring our water quality and looking for patterns in the data.
Real-Time Water Quality Data
All our data is available online in our dashboard. It is easy to view water quality data. New data and features and being added continuously.
Fostering Education and Civic Involvement
We want to do more than just raise awareness. We want individuals in communities to know where exactly their water quality drops and be more involved in local water management.
Practical use of technology to drive real change in our communities.
We are innovating the way water quality data is collected, including using photographs to capture water quality metrics, affordable made-in-Canada hardware, AI to look for patterns in the water data, and mesh networking. We see ourselves as a non-profit startup. From open source software to people maintaining devices in our waters. We have a lot of work to do.
Who are we
Nerds and nature lovers who want technology to improve water quality.
By using photos of water, we offer the public more of an emotional connection to their local water data.
We want people to know where problems are and give communities the insights they need to make data-driven decisions.
What We’re About
We empower communities and volunteers to continuously monitor local waterways using our custom-built technology. Our unique network of devices combines water quality data both upstream and downstream, providing comprehensive, big-picture insights across entire watersheds.
Our innovative underwater cameras enable affordable and effective monitoring. Our data API and dashboard is how we analyze patterns, compare water quality, trace issues, and suggest solutions.
By leveraging this advanced technology, we offer a cost-effective, holistic approach to monitoring our water resources.
How Digital Waters Helps
01
Combined Sewage Overflow (CSO) Monitoring
Determine how often sewer systems overflow and the impact of rain water on local waterways.
02
Measure Development Impact
Collect water quality data along highways and developed areas. Compare with historical data and other nearby locations.
03
Digital Archive of Our Water
We’re building a catalog of data for us to use in the future so we can see exactly where and how things are changing.
04
Neighborhood Programs
Track the impact your neighborhood water management programs are having on nearby water ways
05
Find Bad Runoffs
Determine exactly which drainage outputs into natural streams and waterways are responsible for most of the dirty water.
06
Algae Blooms
We analyze the color composition of water, compare it to similar areas upstream and in the vicinity to predict harmful blooms.
07
Measure the Impact of Road Salt
Chlorine and conductivity readings tell us where road salt use is the most widespread or problematic.
08
Recognize Positive Action
With the data we collect, we can see positive improvements and recognize individuals contributing to, or areas with notable improvements to water quality.
09
Collect Any Data
Our custom-built devices can house a wide variety of sensors for different data needs and situations.