Schneider Electric Expands Smart Water Automation in Texas

Schneider Electric has partnered with the City of Conroe, Texas, to modernize and expand its municipal water infrastructure using EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE), an open, software-defined automation platform. The deployment, covering 19 water and wastewater facilities, provides modular automation, secure remote operation, and improved operational efficiency. The project supports the city’s goals for resilience, sustainability, and reliable service amid rising water demand.

EAE’s software-defined architecture allows faster commissioning of new plants, reduces engineering complexity, and strengthens cybersecurity and disaster recovery measures. The $50 million infrastructure upgrade also aims to optimize plant performance, reduce water loss, and create a scalable, future-ready water system for a growing population.

“Water is essential to our communities and economy, yet cities across the U.S. are facing mounting challenges—from aging infrastructure and supply constraints to climate uncertainty. Conroe’s leadership shows what’s possible when municipalities embrace open, software-defined automation. With EcoStruxure Automation Expert, they’re accelerating infrastructure delivery, improving service reliability, and building a more agile, efficient, and resilient water system that sets a new benchmark for smart municipal infrastructure.” said Andre Marino, SVP Industrial Automation NAM, Schneider Electric.

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