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Innovative Materials and Methods for Water Treatment

Author : Marek Bryjak
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 9781138606593
Total Pages : 488 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (65 download)

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Download or read book Innovative Materials and Methods for Water Treatment written by Marek Bryjak and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-05-16 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Due to increasing demand for potable and irrigation water, water suppliers have to use alternative resources. They either have to regenerate wastewater or deal with contaminated surface water. This book brings together the experiences of various experts in preparing of innovative materials that are selective for arsenic and chromium removal, and inventing some innovative processes to extract these elements from water. The book should be of high interest to engineers and decision-makers responsible for production and delivery of safe water. The book is divided into three parts. The first one shows the effect of arsenic and chromium ions on living organisms. The second one presents the studies on preparation of innovative materials with improved affinity towards arsenic as well as chromium. The third part shows the innovative methods for removal of these toxic elements, with special attention paid to chromatographic, membrane, and hybrid systems. The book is the first ever scientific work addressed to two most harmful elements appearing in water and provides a comprehensive review of materials and methods useful for making the water safe. The book discusses in detail the various fabrication techniques for sorbents and membranes that are now commercially available or appear in the development stage and will be commercialized in the next decades. Some of the technologies described in the third part will be implemented at the industrial scale in the future as well.

Innovative Materials and Methods for Water Treatment

Author : Marek Bryjak
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1315682605
Total Pages : 488 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (156 download)

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Download or read book Innovative Materials and Methods for Water Treatment written by Marek Bryjak and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-02-17 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Due to increasing demand for potable and irrigation water, water suppliers have to use alternative resources. They either have to regenerate wastewater or deal with contaminated surface water. This book brings together the experiences of various experts in preparing of innovative materials that are selective for arsenic and chromium removal, and in

Sustainable Water Treatment

Author : Zainura Zainon Noor
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351642871
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (516 download)

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Book Synopsis Sustainable Water Treatment by : Zainura Zainon Noor

Download or read book Sustainable Water Treatment written by Zainura Zainon Noor and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-04-07 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on green and innovative wastewater treatment technologies that promote sustainability. It discusses a variety of biological, physical, and chemical treatment technologies. It covers biological processes for recovery of value-added products from wastewater and gives an overview of enzymatic hydrolysis and bioremediation of wastewater using immobilized enzyme and fungus. It offers a case study and future trends of wastewater treatment through membrane bioreactor technologies, describes advanced chemical–physical processes for recalcitrant pollutant, and emphasizes the use of low-cost materials and cost-effective treatment methods.

Advanced Materials and Methods for WATER TREATMENT

Author : S K Nataraj
Publisher : I K International Pvt Ltd
ISBN 13 : 819596625X
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (959 download)

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Book Synopsis Advanced Materials and Methods for WATER TREATMENT by : S K Nataraj

Download or read book Advanced Materials and Methods for WATER TREATMENT written by S K Nataraj and published by I K International Pvt Ltd. This book was released on with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Demand for safe and clean water is ever increasing and on the other hand, efforts to recover wasted resources particularly water are also gaining significant importance. Researchers, scientists, innovators, and policymakers throughout the world are investing their time and efforts to build effective and sustainable infrastructure to manage and recover resources from discarded wastes of various states and nature. This book would serve as a guide to researchers, technologists, policymakers as well as students on the various materials stock and methods developed in recent years to address complex pollutants that are difficult to treat or remove with conventional as well as existing water treatment methods.

Water Purification

Author : Alexandru Grumezescu
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128043717
Total Pages : 772 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)

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Book Synopsis Water Purification by : Alexandru Grumezescu

Download or read book Water Purification written by Alexandru Grumezescu and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2016-12-28 with total page 772 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Water Purification, a volume in the Nanotechnology in the Food Industry series, provides an in-depth review of the current technologies and emerging application of nanotechnology in drinking water purification, also presenting an overview of the common drinking water contaminants, such as heavy metals, organics, microorganisms, pharmaceuticals, and their occurrences in drinking water sources. As the global water crisis has motivated the industry to look for alternative water supplies, nanotechnology presents significant potential for utilizing previously unacceptable water sources. This books explores the practical methodologies for transforming water using nanotechnologies, and is a comprehensive reference to a wide audience of food science research professionals, professors, and students who are doing research in this field. Includes the most up-to-date information on nanotechnology applications and research methods for water purification and treatment Presents applications of nanotechnology and engineered nanomaterials in drinking water purification to improve efficiency and reduce cost Provides water purification research methods that are important to water quality, including precipitation, adsorption, membrane separation, and ion exchange Covers the potential risks of nanotechnology, such as the toxicological effects of engineered nanomaterials in water and how to minimize risks based on research studies

Innovative Technologies for the Treatment of Industrial Wastewater

Author : Shirish H. Sonawane
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1771884983
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (718 download)

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Book Synopsis Innovative Technologies for the Treatment of Industrial Wastewater by : Shirish H. Sonawane

Download or read book Innovative Technologies for the Treatment of Industrial Wastewater written by Shirish H. Sonawane and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-12-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book highlights advances in sustainable wastewater treatment technologies, particularly biological wastewater treatment, cavitation-based treatment, hybrid water treatment, membrane technologies, advance oxidation processes, and adsorption. The book focuses on a variety of advanced treatment techniques that are useful for the degradation of organic components, dyes, heavy metals effluent, etc. in wastewater. Industrial wastewater consists of variety of discharges based on the type of industry, such as the dairy/food industries, which generate more fats and high BOD value with variation in the pH value, while the electroplating industry may expel more inorganic matter and dissolved solids. The oil extraction industries will have more solvents contained in the effluent, and dyes and textiles industry create a higher organic load with high TDS. Hence, every type of manufacturing industry needs a different method for the treatment of its effluents. Looking at the use of intensified chemical processes in order to make cleaner environment, Innovative Technologies for the Treatment of Industrial Wastewater explores the new and innovative methods for pollutant removal that will prove useful for a variety of industries. Conventional wastewater treatment processes require a significant amount of energy and involve expensive equipment and maintenance. Sustainable wastewater treatment technologies, however, involve less generation of energy and employ more economically feasible treatment methods, requiring less equipment and fewer maintenance costs. Looking at the use of intensified chemical processes in order to make a cleaner environment, this volume explores new and innovative methods for pollutant removal that will prove useful for a variety of industries. This book highlights advances in sustainable wastewater treatment technologies, particularly biological wastewater treatment, cavitation-based treatment, hybrid water treatment, membrane technologies, advanced oxidation processes, and adsorption.

Alkali-Activated Materials in Environmental Technology Applications

Author : Tero Luukkonen
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0323884393
Total Pages : 457 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (238 download)

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Book Synopsis Alkali-Activated Materials in Environmental Technology Applications by : Tero Luukkonen

Download or read book Alkali-Activated Materials in Environmental Technology Applications written by Tero Luukkonen and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2022-08-04 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alkali-activated materials, including geopolymers, are being studied at an increasing pace for various high-value applications. The main drivers for this emerging interest include the low-energy, low-cost, and readily up-scalable manufacturing process; the possibility to utilize industrial wastes and by-products as raw materials; and beneficial material properties comparable to conventional materials. It has already been verified that alkali-activated materials are very versatile in environmental technology applications for pollution control. The current research in the field focuses on advanced manufacturing methods, material properties, and applications, for example, additive manufacturing, modification of surface chemistry, CO2 capture, and green catalysis. Alkali-Activated Materials in Environmental Technology Applications discusses what novel possibilities alkali-activated materials provide in comparison to conventional materials (such as high-temperature ceramics, synthetic zeolites, or organic polymers). The specific environmental applications that are covered include water and wastewater treatment, air pollution control, stabilization/solidification of hazardous wastes, and catalysts in chemical processes. In addition, preparation methods, material properties, and the chemistry of alkali-activated materials are revisited from the viewpoint of environmental technology applications. This book also discusses how well alkali-activated materials fit under the concepts of green chemistry and circular economy and how the life cycle analysis of these materials compares to conventional materials. Provides detailed information on preparation methods, material properties, and chemistry of alkali-activated materials for environmental technology applications Covers applications in water and wastewater treatment, air pollution control, solidification/stabilization of hazardous wastes; antimicrobial materials, and catalysis Discussed the performance of alkali-activated materials against conventional materials such as high-temperature ceramics, synthetic zeolites, or plastics Features case studies and bench/pilot-scale studies

Advanced Materials and Technologies for Wastewater Treatment

Author : Sreedevi Upadhyayula
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000442403
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (4 download)

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Book Synopsis Advanced Materials and Technologies for Wastewater Treatment by : Sreedevi Upadhyayula

Download or read book Advanced Materials and Technologies for Wastewater Treatment written by Sreedevi Upadhyayula and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced Materials and Technologies for Wastewater Treatment discusses the methods and technologies of physical, chemical, biological, and thermo-catalytic treatment techniques. It includes the treatment of waste generated by municipal, agro-industry, and other industries including chemical, biomedical, pharmaceutical, textile, and other sectors. FEATURES Covers implementation of advanced water and wastewater treatment techniques, with a focus on pollutant or pathogen removal Includes qualitative and quantitative analyses Focuses on physical, chemical, and biological treatment technologies Discusses the advancements of materials and technologies applicable to both potable water and wastewater from industrial and municipal sources Explores future challenges and viable solutions This book is aimed at chemical and environmental engineers and researchers seeking a thorough treatment of innovative water treatment materials and techniques for practical applications.

Innovative Wastewater Treatment & Resource Recovery Technologies: Impacts on Energy, Economy and Environment

Author : Juan M. Lema
Publisher : IWA Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1780407866
Total Pages : 690 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (84 download)

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Book Synopsis Innovative Wastewater Treatment & Resource Recovery Technologies: Impacts on Energy, Economy and Environment by : Juan M. Lema

Download or read book Innovative Wastewater Treatment & Resource Recovery Technologies: Impacts on Energy, Economy and Environment written by Juan M. Lema and published by IWA Publishing. This book was released on 2017-06-15 with total page 690 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book introduces the 3R concept applied to wastewater treatment and resource recovery under a double perspective. Firstly, it deals with innovative technologies leading to: Reducing energy requirements, space and impacts; Reusing water and sludge of sufficient quality; and Recovering resources such as energy, nutrients, metals and chemicals, including biopolymers. Besides targeting effective C,N&P removal, other issues such as organic micropollutants, gases and odours emissions are considered. Most of the technologies analysed have been tested at pilot- or at full-scale. Tools and methods for their Economic, Environmental, Legal and Social impact assessment are described. The 3R concept is also applied to Innovative Processes design, considering different levels of innovation: Retrofitting, where novel units are included in more conventional processes; Re-Thinking, which implies a substantial flowsheet modification; and Re-Imagining, with completely new conceptions. Tools are presented for Modelling, Optimising and Selecting the most suitable plant layout for each particular scenario from a holistic technical, economic and environmental point of view.

Sustainable Water Treatment

Author : Siddhartha Moulik
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119479983
Total Pages : 692 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (194 download)

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Download or read book Sustainable Water Treatment written by Siddhartha Moulik and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2022-06-21 with total page 692 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SUSTAINABLE WATER TREATMENT: ADVANCES AND INTERVENTIONS This outstanding new volume is a compendium of reference material which will cover most of the relevant and state-of-art approaches in the field of water treatment, focusing on technological advances for water treatment in four categories: advanced oxidation technologies, nanoparticles for water treatment, membrane separations, and other emerging technologies or processes. Apart from this perspective, fundamental discussions on a wide variety of pollutants have also been included, such as acidic wastewater treatment, metallurgical wastewater, textile wastewater as well as groundwater. The editors have not only covered a wide range of water treatment techniques, but also focus on their applications, offering a holistic perspective on water treatment in general. Covering all of the latest advances, innovations, and developments in practical applications for sustainable water treatment, this volume represents the most comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the issues of the day and state of the art. Whether for the veteran engineer or scientist or a student, this volume is a must-have for any library. Sustainable Water Treatment: Advances and Interventions covers: Provides an insight into various sectors of water and wastewater treatment technologies, introducing key technical topics Is a comprehensive guide to technological interventions for water and wastewater treatment Is also a reference book for any elective course on water treatment for engineers, scientists, and students, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels Presents the most current and up-to-date advances in sustainable water treatment Covers key technical topics and gives readers a comprehensive understanding of the latest research findings Includes perspectives on future trends and challenges

Sustainable Biochar for Water and Wastewater Treatment

Author : Dinesh Mohan
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0128232676
Total Pages : 854 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (282 download)

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Book Synopsis Sustainable Biochar for Water and Wastewater Treatment by : Dinesh Mohan

Download or read book Sustainable Biochar for Water and Wastewater Treatment written by Dinesh Mohan and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2022-04-28 with total page 854 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable Biochar for Water and Wastewater Treatment addresses the worldwide water contamination and scarcity problem by presenting an innovative and cost-efficient solution. This book directly deals with the Sustainable Development Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. Each chapter is authored by a respected expert in the field of water and wastewater treatment, with each chapter including case studies, worked examples, and exercises. As such, the book is the perfect introduction to the field and is multipurpose in that it can be used for teaching, learning, research, and practice. The book is invaluable for undergraduate level and above in water science, environmental sciences, soil science, material sciences and engineering, chemical sciences and engineering, and biological sciences. The book covers the various aspects of biochar requirements for use in adsorption science and technology. It includes vital information on this hot topic and provides a real solution to the global issues of water contamination and scarcity. Presents case studies in each chapter, making this applicable for those who want to implement examples into their own work Includes in each chapter example calculations with an exercise at the end of each chapter, making this a great teaching tool Includes excel spreadsheets online, perfect for use as a laboratory guide

An Innovative Role of Biofiltration in Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTPs)

Author : Maulin P. Shah
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0128239468
Total Pages : 526 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (282 download)

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Book Synopsis An Innovative Role of Biofiltration in Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTPs) by : Maulin P. Shah

Download or read book An Innovative Role of Biofiltration in Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTPs) written by Maulin P. Shah and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2021-12-03 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many physico-chemical and operational factors influence the performance, treatment costs and long-term stability of biofilters for the treatment of wastewater. An Innovative Role of Biofiltration in Wastewater Treatment Plants focuses on identifying the factors that affect biofiltration, such as the hydraulic retention time of the biofiltration system, the type and characteristics of the filter and the attached biomass, explains their influence and provides guidelines on how to control these factors to optimize better operation with respect to pollutant control present in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). The fundamental basis of treatment in biofilters is the action of pollutant-degrading microorganisms and consequently the book also discusses in depth about the microbial ecology of biofiltration. In addition, it explores the applications of biofiltration including the removal of emerging pollutants. Describes the microbial ecology of biofiltration Includes modeling of biofiltration Describes the designing of biofilters, start-up, and monitoring Discusses the mechanism of biofiltration Describes the controlling and operational factors of biofiltration

Functional Polymer Nanocomposites for Wastewater Treatment

Author : Mpitloane Joseph Hato
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030949958
Total Pages : 267 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (39 download)

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Book Synopsis Functional Polymer Nanocomposites for Wastewater Treatment by : Mpitloane Joseph Hato

Download or read book Functional Polymer Nanocomposites for Wastewater Treatment written by Mpitloane Joseph Hato and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-03-01 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an overview of the latest advances in applications of nanocomposites in wastewater treatment. This book is dedicated to recent developments in the application of polymer nanocomposites to wastewater treatment. Based on their morphology and tailored compositions, polymer nanocomposites provide powerful tools for environmental remediation via selective adsorption of contaminants in complex environmental matrices. The book reviews recent progress in this field, covering various nanocomposite fabrication routes and novel applications for pollutant sensing and detection. It includes discussion of different types of nanocomposites based on metal–organic frameworks and hydrogels, while also covering related topics such as nanocomposite membranes, photocatalysts, and bio-nanocomposites for pollution abatement. Ideal for researchers and engineers in the field, this collection of contributed chapters offers a timely review of current research in nanomaterials for cost-effective pollution control technologies.

Innovative Materials and Methods for the Removal of Pollutants from the Environment

Author : Chiara Bisio
Publisher : Mdpi AG
ISBN 13 : 9783036516967
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (169 download)

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Book Synopsis Innovative Materials and Methods for the Removal of Pollutants from the Environment by : Chiara Bisio

Download or read book Innovative Materials and Methods for the Removal of Pollutants from the Environment written by Chiara Bisio and published by Mdpi AG. This book was released on 2021-11-12 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The progress of society has led to an improvement of the quality of life of a significant number of people. On the other hand, anthropogenic pollution dramatically increased, with serious consequences for the environment and human health. Controlling and remedying environmental pollution is one of the main challenges of our century. Fundamental and applicative research are called to collaborate, involving scientists in the development of realistic and effective systems for the prevention and the removal of pollutants from the environment. Spreading knowledge is among the missions of researchers and this is the aim of this book, offering an updated view on innovative materials and methods for pollutant treatment. It is composed of 18 articles, among them 5 reviews and 13 original articles, dedicated to new adsorbent materials (inorganic, organic, and hybrid materials) for the capture of pollutant species and for their catalytic conversion into non-toxic substances, and to bioremediation approaches to treat contaminated media. Water, air, and soil pollution was investigated, both at the lab and large scale, with special relevance for wastewater treatments for the removal of heavy metals and organic pollutants. We are grateful to "Molecules" for the opportunity to edit the Special Issue on "Innovative Materials and Methods for the Removal of Pollutants from the Environment". We created, for this book, an original cover image, dedicated to the efforts of chemistry to defend the beauty of environment, represented by flowers, against every prejudice that considers chemistry an enemy of life.

Application of Nanotechnology in Membranes for Water Treatment

Author : Alberto Figoli
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351715267
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (517 download)

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Book Synopsis Application of Nanotechnology in Membranes for Water Treatment by : Alberto Figoli

Download or read book Application of Nanotechnology in Membranes for Water Treatment written by Alberto Figoli and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-07-14 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book focuses on Application of Nanotechnology in Membranes for Water Treatment but not only provides a series of innovative solutions for water reclamation through advanced membrane technology but also serves as a medium to promote international cooperation and networking for the development of advanced membrane technology for Universal well-being and to achieve the common goal of supplying economically, environmentally and societally sustainable freshwater and better sanitation systems. This book is unique because the chapters were authored by established researchers all around the globe based on their recent research findings. In addition, this book provides a holistic coverage of membrane development for water treatment, from the membrane preparation and characterizations to the performance for specific processes and applications. Since that water scarcity has become a global risk and one of the most serious challenges for the scientific community in this century, the publication of this book is therefore significant as it will serve as a medium for a good reference of an alternative solution in water reclamation. This book will provide the readers with a thorough understanding of the different available approaches for manufacturing membranes both with innovative polymeric systems and inorganic nano-materials which could give enhanced functionalities, catalytic and antimicrobial activities to improve the performance of the existing membranes. It will be useful for leading decision and policy makers, water sector representatives and administrators, policy makers from the governments, business leaders, business houses in water treatment, and engineers/ scientists from both industrialized and developing countries as well.

Innovative Approaches for Nanobiotechnology in Healthcare Systems

Author : Amna, Touseef
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1799882527
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (998 download)

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Book Synopsis Innovative Approaches for Nanobiotechnology in Healthcare Systems by : Amna, Touseef

Download or read book Innovative Approaches for Nanobiotechnology in Healthcare Systems written by Amna, Touseef and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2021-09-17 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Innovative and fusion technologies have shown an incredible ability to improve various aspects of society, such as healthcare systems. Nanobiotechnology is one such technology that is being applied to medical equipment and treatment approaches. Many pharmaceutical and medical companies have begun to count on medical nanotechnology due to its abundant applications and practical uses. Innovative Approaches for Nanobiotechnology in Healthcare Systems is a pivotal reference source that provides insights into a comprehensive collection of novel techniques used for the development of safe drugs using the available resources for diverse deadly diseases. This book discusses the various platforms of nanobiotechnology that are utilized in various fields. It is expected that bionanosytems will play a crucial role in the treatment of human diseases and the improvement of existing healthcare systems. This book is ideal for scientists, biotechnologists, microbiologists, medical professionals, entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers, academicians, and students.

Geothermal Water Management

Author : Jochen Bundschuh
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1317562585
Total Pages : 402 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (175 download)

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Download or read book Geothermal Water Management written by Jochen Bundschuh and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-03-12 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Availability of and adequate accessibility to freshwater and energy are two key technological and scientific problems of global significance. At the end of the 20th century, the deficit of water for human consumption and economic application forced us to focus on rational use of resources. Increasing the use of renewable energy sources and improving energy efficiency is a challenge for the 21st century. Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and stored in the Earth, accumulated in hydrothermal systems or in dry rocks within the Earth’s crust, in amounts which constitute the energy resources. The sustainable management of geothermal energy resources should be geared towards optimization of energy recovery, but also towards rational management of water resources since geothermal water serves both as energy carrier and also as valuable raw material. Geothermal waters, depending on their hydrogeothermal characteristics, the lithology of the rocks involved, the depth at which the resources occur and the sources of water supply, may be characterized by very diverse physicochemical parameters. This factor largely determines the technology to be used in their exploitation and the way the geothermal water can be used. This book is focused on the effective use of geothermal water and renewable energy for future needs in order to promote modern, sustainable and effective management of water resources. The research field includes crucial new areas of study: • an improvement in the management of freshwater resources through the use of residual geothermal water; • a review of the technologies available in the field of geothermal water treatment for its (re)use for energetic purposes and freshwater production, and • the development of balneotherapy. The book is aimed at professionals, academics and decision makers worldwide, water sector representatives and administrators, business enterprises specializing in renewable energy management and water treatment, working in the areas of geothermal energy usage, water resources, water supply and energy planning. This book has the potential to become a standard text used by educational institutions and research & development establishments involved in the geothermal water management.