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View article: Diagnosing water infrastructure underutilization: a planning framework for behavioral risk, smart monitoring, and SDG 6.1 alignment
Diagnosing water infrastructure underutilization: a planning framework for behavioral risk, smart monitoring, and SDG 6.1 alignment Open
Water infrastructure in resource-scarce settings often remains underutilized despite being technically sound and publicly funded. This study introduces the Water Infrastructure Underutilization Principle, a behavioral insight developed thr…
View article: The Incorporation of Adsorbents with Contrasting Properties into the Soil Substrate for the Removal of Multiple Pollutants in Stormwater Treatment for the Reuse of Water—A Review
The Incorporation of Adsorbents with Contrasting Properties into the Soil Substrate for the Removal of Multiple Pollutants in Stormwater Treatment for the Reuse of Water—A Review Open
Stormwater carries significant amounts of pollutants—including metals, microorganisms, organic micropollutants, and nutrients—from land surfaces into nearby water bodies, leading to water quality deterioration and threats to both human hea…
View article: Refining Rainfall Derived from Satellite Radar for Estimating Inflows at Lam Pao Dam, Thailand
Refining Rainfall Derived from Satellite Radar for Estimating Inflows at Lam Pao Dam, Thailand Open
This project aimed to evaluate the use of meteorological satellite-derived rainfall data to estimate water inflows to dams. In this study, the Lam Pao Dam in the Chi Basin, Thailand, was used as a case study. Rainfall data were obtained us…
View article: Green Manufacturing Practices for Improving Sustainability Performance in Packaging Manufacturing MSMEs
Green Manufacturing Practices for Improving Sustainability Performance in Packaging Manufacturing MSMEs Open
To achieve efficient and environmentally sustainable manufacturing, it is necessary to identify lean and green wastes inherent in processes, analyze their causes, and formulate and implement a strategy for waste elimination. This community…
View article: Policy Measures to Lead Sustainable Development of Agriculture Catchment: Socio-Hydrology Modeling Insights
Policy Measures to Lead Sustainable Development of Agriculture Catchment: Socio-Hydrology Modeling Insights Open
Achieving sustainable development in agricultural catchments requires well-designed policy measures. This study examines the intricate interactions between social dynamics and hydrological processes within agricultural systems to propose t…
View article: Evaluating the effectiveness of smart water management systems in enhancing the resilience and sustainability of water infrastructure in Nigeria
Evaluating the effectiveness of smart water management systems in enhancing the resilience and sustainability of water infrastructure in Nigeria Open
This study rigorously evaluates the effectiveness of smart water management systems in addressing prevalent water infrastructure failures, resilience, and sustainability challenges in Nigeria. Employing a transdisciplinary approach that in…
View article: High Rate Stormwater Treatment for Water Reuse and Conservation—Review
High Rate Stormwater Treatment for Water Reuse and Conservation—Review Open
Effective stormwater management is increasingly vital due to climate change impacts, such as intensified rainfall and flooding. Urban expansion, water scarcity, and intensified agriculture demand innovative solutions like Green Stormwater …
View article: Selective recovery of europium from real acid mine drainage using modified Cr-MIL and SBA15 adsorbents
Selective recovery of europium from real acid mine drainage using modified Cr-MIL and SBA15 adsorbents Open
The successful adoption and widespread implementation of innovative acid mine drainage treatment and resource recovery methods hinge on their capacity to demonstrate enhanced performance, economic viability, and environmental sustainabilit…
View article: Sustainability framework for water infrastructure development in Nigeria: a modelling approach
Sustainability framework for water infrastructure development in Nigeria: a modelling approach Open
This study introduces the Predictive Iterative Sustainability Model (PISM), a tailored framework designed to enhance water infrastructure sustainability evaluations in Nigeria. PISM addresses the lack of localised, adaptable frameworks by …
View article: Application of Low-Pressure Nanofiltration Membranes NF90 and NTR-729HF for Treating Diverse Wastewater Streams for Irrigation Use
Application of Low-Pressure Nanofiltration Membranes NF90 and NTR-729HF for Treating Diverse Wastewater Streams for Irrigation Use Open
The application of low-pressure nanofiltration (NF) was investigated for three different applications: water reuse from acid mine drainage (AMD), surface water containing natural organic matter (NOM) and agricultural reuse of microfiltered…
View article: Removal and Recovery of Europium with a New Functionalized Mesoporous Silica-Based Adsorbent
Removal and Recovery of Europium with a New Functionalized Mesoporous Silica-Based Adsorbent Open
The discharge of acid mine drainage (AMD), characterized by a high concentration of rare earth elements (REEs), poses a significant threat to the health of ecosystems surrounding water sources. The global market demand for REEs has experie…
View article: Water infrastructure sustainability challenge in Nigeria: A detailed examination of infrastructure failures and potential solutions
Water infrastructure sustainability challenge in Nigeria: A detailed examination of infrastructure failures and potential solutions Open
Achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6.1 – universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water – is a critical global challenge. This study contributes to this aim by analyzing the functionality and sustainability of rur…
View article: Treatment Trends and Hybrid Methods for the Removal of Poly- and Perfluoroalkyl Substances from Water—A Review
Treatment Trends and Hybrid Methods for the Removal of Poly- and Perfluoroalkyl Substances from Water—A Review Open
Poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) encompass a diverse group of engineered chemicals extensively manufactured and utilized in various facets of human life. They exhibit widespread distribution in aquatic environments due to their …
View article: Water infrastructure sustainability in Nigeria: a systematic review of challenges and sustainable solutions
Water infrastructure sustainability in Nigeria: a systematic review of challenges and sustainable solutions Open
Using the PRISMA method, this systematic literature review synthesized findings from 15 studies to elucidate the key factors contributing to water infrastructure failure in Nigeria and propose evidence-based sustainable solutions. The stud…
View article: Surface Treatment of Polymer Membranes for Effective Biofouling Control
Surface Treatment of Polymer Membranes for Effective Biofouling Control Open
Membrane biofouling is the consequence of the deposition of microorganisms on polymer membrane surfaces. Polymeric membranes have garnered more attention for filtering and purifying water because of their ease of handling, low cost, effort…
View article: Membranes in Water Reclamation: Treatment, Reuse and Concentrate Management
Membranes in Water Reclamation: Treatment, Reuse and Concentrate Management Open
In this article, an extensive examination is provided on the possible uses of membranes and hybrid processes in wastewater treatment. While membrane technologies face certain constraints, such as membrane fouling and scaling, the incomplet…
View article: Treatment Trends and Combined Methods in Removing Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products from Wastewater—A Review
Treatment Trends and Combined Methods in Removing Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products from Wastewater—A Review Open
When discharged into wastewater, pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) become microorganic contaminants and are among the largest groups of emerging pollutants. Human, animal, and aquatic organisms’ exposures to PPCPs have lin…
View article: Removal of Organics with Ion-Exchange Resins (IEX) from Reverse Osmosis Concentrate
Removal of Organics with Ion-Exchange Resins (IEX) from Reverse Osmosis Concentrate Open
Reverse osmosis concentrate (ROC) produced as the by-product of the reverse osmosis process consists of a high load of organics (macro and micro) that potentially cause eco-toxicological effects in the environment. Previous studies focused…
View article: Comparison of Membrane-Based Treatment Methods for the Removal of Micro-Pollutants from Reclaimed Water
Comparison of Membrane-Based Treatment Methods for the Removal of Micro-Pollutants from Reclaimed Water Open
Dual membrane hybrid systems generally produce reclaimed water for non-potable uses by blending microfiltered biologically treated sewage effluent (BTSE) and reverse osmosis (RO) permeate. This reclaimed water is found to contain a signifi…
View article: Quantitative Precipitation Estimation (QPE) Rainfall from Meteorology Radar over Chi Basin
Quantitative Precipitation Estimation (QPE) Rainfall from Meteorology Radar over Chi Basin Open
This study of the Quantitative Estimation Precipitation (QEP) of rainfall, detected by two Meteorology Radars over Chi Basin, North-east Thailand, used data from the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD). The rainfall data from 129 rain gau…
View article: Submerged membrane/adsorption hybrid process in water reclamation and concentrate management—a mini review
Submerged membrane/adsorption hybrid process in water reclamation and concentrate management—a mini review Open
Clean water shortage is a major global problem due to escalating demand resulting from increasing human population growth and industrial activities, decreasing freshwater resources and persistent droughts. Recycling and reuse of wastewater…
View article: Effects of Viscosity on Submerged Membrane Microfiltration Systems
Effects of Viscosity on Submerged Membrane Microfiltration Systems Open
Submerged microfiltration has a wide range of applications in water and wastewater treatment. Membrane fouling is a major problem, resulting in a severe decline in flux, high energy consumption and frequent membrane cleaning and replacemen…
View article: Evaluating the Field Performance of Permeable Concrete Pavers
Evaluating the Field Performance of Permeable Concrete Pavers Open
The benefits of using permeable interlocking concrete pavement systems (PICPs) have not translated into widespread adoption in Australia, where their uptake has been slow. This paper communicates the actual performance of PICPs installed i…
View article: Recovery of water and valuable metals using low pressure nanofiltration and sequential adsorption from acid mine drainage
Recovery of water and valuable metals using low pressure nanofiltration and sequential adsorption from acid mine drainage Open
Acid mine drainage (AMD) contains an array of valuable resources such as Rare Earth Elements (REE) and Copper (Cu) which can be recovered along with fresh water. Low pressure nanofiltration with NF90 membrane was first studied to recover f…
View article: Integrated Design of a Small Wastewater Treatment Plant - A Case Study from Thailand
Integrated Design of a Small Wastewater Treatment Plant - A Case Study from Thailand Open
This study describes the development of an integrated design framework comprising technical, environmental, social, and economic modules to manage the design of communal wastewater treatment plant. It demonstrates a simple yet effective de…
View article: Prospects of interventions to alleviate rural–urban migration in Jiangsu Province, China based on sensitivity and scenario analysis
Prospects of interventions to alleviate rural–urban migration in Jiangsu Province, China based on sensitivity and scenario analysis Open
Rural–urban migration is an adaptive response to location-specific environmental or socio-economic stressors. Jiangsu Province, China is witnessing rapid economic growth fuelled by manufacturing and services sector. Rural–urban migration i…