Alternative Water Sources for Producing Potable Water
Language: English
Published by Springer, Springer Apr 2025, 2025
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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book reviews alternative water sources for producing potable water, and offers a comprehensive overview of the latest research and technologies. Edited by experts at the forefront of water resource management, the book presents a paradigm shift in the quest for sustainable and efficient methods of producing potable water.The book commences with a perspective on the changing landscape in potable water production, setting the stage for a comprehensive analysis of cutting-edge techniques. Subsequent chapters offer a critical evaluation of potable rainwater harvesting system design and regulations and discuss the potential of utilizing urban runoff as a viable source for drinking water, highlighting both the possibilities and challenges that come with this approach. In this book, readers will also learn more about the sustainable reuse of wastewater, exploring innovative approaches on both building and city scales, and the complexities of producing potable water fromsaline waters. Particular attention is given to the latest advances in integrating renewable energy sources into the desalination process to produce potable water. In the final chapter of the book, readers will find an overview of the latest atmospheric water harvesting technologies, and an insightful discussion of the process, performance, energy efficiency, feasibility, and limitations of each.Given its breadth, this book is an important account for researchers, graduate-level students, and policymakers. It also serves as a roadmap for water resource engineers and planners tackling water scarcity and diverse water resources portfolios. 200 pp. Englisch. …
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- Title
- Alternative Water Sources for Producing Potable Water
- Author
- Tamim Younos
- Publisher
- Springer, Springer Apr 2025
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- Neu
- Binding
- Taschenbuch
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 3031465040
- ISBN 13
- 9783031465048
- Item weight
- 348 grams
- Dimensions
- 235x155x11 mm
This book reviews alternative water sources for producing potable water, and offers a comprehensive overview of the latest research and technologies. Edited by experts at the forefront of water resource management, the book presents a paradigm shift in the quest for sustainable and efficient methods of producing potable water.
The book commences with a perspective on the changing landscape in potable water production, setting the stage for a comprehensive analysis of cutting-edge techniques. Subsequent chapters offer a critical evaluation of potable rainwater harvesting system design and regulations and discuss the potential of utilizing urban runoff as a viable source for drinking water, highlighting both the possibilities and challenges that come with this approach. In this book, readers will also learn more about the sustainable reuse of wastewater, exploring innovative approaches on both building and city scales, and the complexities of producing potable water fromsaline waters. Particular attention is given to the latest advances in integrating renewable energy sources into the desalination process to produce potable water. In the final chapter of the book, readers will find an overview of the latest atmospheric water harvesting technologies, and an insightful discussion of the process, performance, energy efficiency, feasibility, and limitations of each.
Given its breadth, this book is an important account for researchers, graduate-level students, and policymakers. It also serves as a roadmap for water resource engineers and planners tackling water scarcity and diverse water resources portfolios.
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About the Author
Dr Tamim Younos has a doctoral degree in urban and environmental engineering from the University of Tokyo, Japan. His research and educational interests include sustainable water management and water and energy nexus in urban environments. Dr. Younos has led and/or participated in numerous interdisciplinary water research and educational projects and advised students in various disciplines including engineering, environmental sciences, geosciences, biology, economics, geography and urban planning. He has authored/co-authored 160+ publications, edited 9 books on water science & management topics, and has offered numerous national and international seminars, lectures and workshops. His recognitions include the American Water Resources Association (AWRA) Icko Iben Award; AWRA Fellow Award; Fulbright Scholar Award; President, Universities Council on Water Resources (UCOWR); and Japan Society for Promotion of Science (JSPS) Award.
Dr Juneseok Lee holds a PhD inCivil and Environmental Engineering from Virginia Tech, USA, and is a registered Professional Engineer of Civil Engineering in California and a board-certified Diplomate, Water Resources Engineer (D.WRE) from the American Academy of Water Resources Engineers. His current research focuses on Civil Infrastructure Systems Analytic. Dr Lee has edited three (3) books and published 100+ technical publications in highly respected peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, guest editorials, conference proceedings, and research reports. In addition, he has delivered numerous presentations and invited talks at national and international conferences on water, environment, and infrastructure engineering. Dr. Lee currently serves as the Associate Editor & Editorial Board Member of the ASCE Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management, AWWA Water Science Journal, and Frontiers in Water. In addition, he is the Fellow of EWRI (Environmental Water Resources Institute) and was the recipient of the2021 EWRI Service to the Profession Award.
Dr Tammy E. Parece is a Senior Lecturer in Geography at The Ohio State University, USA. She has a PhD in Geospatial and Environmental Analysis from Virginia Tech, USA. Her research includes the physical and social evaluations of urban areas for urban agriculture. She has authored several book chapters and journal articles and presented many conference papers, related to urban agriculture. Additionally, she is interested in geographic education, including geospatial technology courses. Her publications include book chapters, journal articles, and several technical and laboratory manuals related to geospatial technology education. She has taught numerous professional development workshops in geospatial technologies. Additionally, she taught at Colorado Mesa University, USA, both traditional geography courses and geospatial technology courses, from 2016 to 2022, and developed their Geography Education and OutreachProgram.
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