Water Resource Management An Examination of Wastewater Reclamation to Augment Potable Water Supplies

Janine Razze

Date of Award

2008

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelors

Department

Natural Sciences

First Advisor

Savin, Samuel

Keywords

Water Resource Management, Wastewater Reclamation, Wastewater Treatment Technology, Potable Water Supplies

Area of Concentration

Environmental Science

Abstract

Wastewater reclamation has been utilized worldwide to increase the availability of freshwater in regions that have diminishing water supplies. The purpose of this study is to discuss the reclamation of wastewater for potable use and the viability of the technology in water-stressed communities. First, literature on the technology and implementation of reclaimed wastewater for potable use will be briefly discussed to provide current theories on the practice. Then, the study will address the technology implemented in the treatment process of wastewater to meet drinking water standards. Three reclamation plants that implement water recycling for potable use in Namibia, Los Angeles, and Singapore will be presented and the various issues surrounding implementation will be discussed. These issues include public health, economic viability, policy implications, social perceptions, and environmental impacts. Finally, the feasibility of this technology in the arid region of Australia will be discussed by analyzing water recycling practices and current considerations in the potable use of reclaimed wastewater. A set of guidelines will be constructed to highlight the key elements for implementation of wastewater reclamation schemes.

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