Urban Water Reuse Handbook
Saeid Eslamian, (ed.)The book discusses the advantages of water reuse (reduced water consumption, cost-savings, a secure groundwater replenishment source, and a long-term water supply) and outlines the disadvantages (a build-up of chemical pollutants in the soil, the probable contamination of groundwater attributed to reclaimed water, and possible human health risks related to the presence of viruses and bacteria). It also proposes ethical and cultural considerations, discusses the economic and environmental performance of water systems relevant to water reuse, and outlines associated methods and strategies that can address problems of water scarcity.
In addition, this handbook addresses:
Constructed wetlands in surrounding urban areas
Water reuse in specific regions, coastal areas, cold regions, arid zones
Application of wastewater for hydroelectric power generation
Traditional systems of water reuse
Combining harvesting systems and water reuse structures
Warning systems for wastewater access control
Public participation and implementation issues
Groundwater recharge by unconventional water
Urban water reuse policy
A resourceful guide dedicated to the reuse of urban wastewater, the Urban Water Reuse Handbook focuses on wastewater treatment, recycling, and reuse for the conservation of water resources. This book serves as a reference for water resource engineers, urban hydrologists, and planning professional.