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Smart Irrigation Specialist
Deploys sensor-driven systems that cut agricultural water use dramatically
£35k–£70k Climate-driven
What it involves
Designs and installs soil moisture sensors, weather-linked controllers and drip irrigation systems that reduce water use while maintaining or improving crop yields.
Skills & knowledge needed
Irrigation engineeringSensor networksWater managementData analysisAgronomy basics
Why it's emerging now
Agriculture uses 70% of global freshwater — smart irrigation is one of the highest-leverage water-saving interventions.
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