Confronting the essential foundations of urban liveability, this panel examines how IoT telemetry, automated monitoring, and circular economy principles are revitalizing municipal water and waste management systems. Expert speakers detail actionable case studies where smart sensor deployment reduced non-revenue water losses, optimized waste collection routes, and preserved natural water catchment areas. The session reinforces that true urban smartness relies on resilient, technology-enabled primary utilities that support population growth and high industrial output.