Energy efficiency and sustainability
A key focus in the pump industry is on developing energy-efficient pumps to reduce operational costs and environmental impact.
Sulzer’s Energy Optimization Service (March 25, 2025): This service combines digital analysis, machine learning, and monitoring to improve the operational, environmental, and financial performance of centrifugal pumps.
Significance: Centrifugal pumps are critical in many industries, and even a small increase in their efficiency can lead to significant energy savings. Improving global pump efficiency by 1% could save roughly 59 TWh of electricity, equivalent to New Zealand’s annual power needs.
India’s Solar Pump Schemes: The PM-KUSUM scheme aims to install 1.4 million standalone solar pumps and 3.5 million grid-connected pumps by 2026, empowering farmers and promoting micro-irrigation.
Solar Pump Uptake: Companies like Oswal Pumps are experiencing growth fueled by the increased demand for solar-powered pump solutions, reporting a 187.3% increase in consolidated Profit After Tax in FY25. Another news report mentions Servotech securing a 1094 solar pumps order from UPNEDA.
Energy-Efficient Motors & Drives: Manufacturers are focusing on producing energy-efficient pumps with higher efficiency ratings and are integrating renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, notes Winston Engineering Corporation (Pte) Ltd.
