Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo has unveiled a $50 million smart-metering initiative aimed at modernizing Trinidad and Tobago’s water infrastructure. The program, set to launch in the 2026 fiscal year, is part of a broader strategy to enhance revenue generation and curb water wastage. Tancoo emphasized the government’s decision to scrap the WASA transformation plan, a move that safeguards 3,700 jobs and reallocates $30 million in savings to essential services. He highlighted significant improvements in water supply, particularly in historically underserved areas like Siparia and Maracas Bay, where residents now receive water three times a week and five days a week, respectively. Additionally, a $300 million pipeline replacement program will target key mains in Port of Spain, San Fernando, and Arima. The smart-metering system, initially proposed in 2019 by former Public Utilities Minister Robert Le Hunte, aims to enhance billing accuracy and reduce water losses. Despite previous resistance, the renewed initiative reflects the government’s commitment to sustainable water management.