BlackBerry Launches First-of-its-Kind Flood Risk and Clean Water Monitoring Solution

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BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) has introduced an innovative flood risk and clean water monitoring solution based on its AtHoc platform. This technology enables autonomous monitoring and provides early warnings, potentially saving local municipalities up to $1 million annually in operating expenses. BlackBerry partnered with the University of Windsor to deploy the solution in Canada, addressing critical environmental issues exacerbated by climate change. The initiative aims to improve safety and reduce risks associated with water scarcity and flooding.

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• Introduction of an autonomous flood risk and clean water monitoring solution using BlackBerry AtHoc.
• Potential annual savings of up to $1 million for municipalities in operating expenses.
• Partnership with the University of Windsor enhances deployment effectiveness and community impact.
• Commitment to carbon neutrality in 2021 aligns with environmental goals.

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Based on BlackBerry AtHoc, the autonomous and intelligent solution has helped a municipality save nearly $1 million in operating expenses

WATERLOO, ON, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today announced a first-of-its-kind flood risk and clean water monitoring solution. Based on BlackBerry® AtHoc®, a critical event management platform, the innovative technology provides autonomous year-round monitoring and an intelligent early warning system, collecting and processing large amounts of sensor data, and generating alerts based on the data insights. 

BlackBerry has partnered with the University of Windsor to deploy the solution in Canada, where Indigenous Peoples are disproportionately impacted by these issues. Its proven benefits include its ability to identify seasonal and unseasonal water related risks, and generate significant cost savings for governments, utility companies and local communities.  Using the solution, local municipalities could each save up to $1,000,000 or more annually in operating expenses, in addition to the environmental, safety, health, and other benefits of early warning flood mitigation and clean water.

"BlackBerry is pleased to deliver this critical innovation, based on BlackBerry AtHoc, as the climate change crisis escalates.  Climate change is one of the most pressing threats to our everyday lives, and tackling it requires the urgent and combined effort of governments, organizations, and individuals," said Neelam Sandhu, Senior Vice President & Chief Elite Customer Success Officer.  "BlackBerry is committed to delivering advanced technologies, that turn real-time data into intelligence and leverage our leadership in communications, to enable the safety and security of people around the world.  Furthermore, we are on-track to be carbon neutral this year."

"Globally, societies must increasingly rely on the autonomous monitoring of air and water to inform our understanding of the environment and to alert us to impending danger.  The BlackBerry solution announced today delivers on this need," said Mike McKay, Executive Director, Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research, University of Windsor.  "Autonomous early-warnings and real-time monitoring are critical to provide enough time to address the risks communities around the world are currently facing.  We are proud to have partnered with BlackBerry on this important and unique technology."

Over two billion people globally lack access to clean water, with the lives of children under the age of five most threatened.  Almost one and a half billion of the world's population faces a flood risk.  Both issues are exacerbated by climate change.  To learn about BlackBerry's commitment to be carbon neutral in 2021 click here.

For more information on BlackBerry AtHoc click here.

About BlackBerry
BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) provides intelligent security software and services to enterprises and governments around the world. The company secures more than 500M endpoints including over 195M vehicles.  Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company leverages AI and machine learning to deliver innovative solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, safety and data privacy solutions, and is a leader in the areas of endpoint security, endpoint management, encryption, and embedded systems. BlackBerry's vision is clear - to secure a connected future you can trust.

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FAQ

What is the new flood risk monitoring solution by BlackBerry (BB)?

BlackBerry's new solution, based on AtHoc, autonomously monitors flood risks and water quality, providing early warnings and cost savings.

How much can municipalities save using BlackBerry's monitoring solution?

Local municipalities can potentially save up to $1 million annually in operating expenses.

When was BlackBerry's flood risk and clean water monitoring solution announced?

The solution was announced on August 3, 2021.

Who did BlackBerry partner with for this flood monitoring solution?

BlackBerry partnered with the University of Windsor for the deployment of the monitoring solution in Canada.

What are the expected benefits of BlackBerry's new monitoring solution?

The expected benefits include significant cost savings, improved safety through early warnings, and better management of water-related risks.