Green technologies for sustainable water management: Introduction and overview

Huu Hao Ngo, Wenshan Guo, Zhuo Chen, Rao Y. Surampalli, Tian C. Zhang

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Abstract

This chapter presents the background, current development and future opportunities of green technologies and issues to facilitate strategic planning of sustainable water management systems. It describes the fundamental concepts and current and future applications of green technologies for sustainable improvement in water management. The chapter discusses the appropriate approaches and policies in achieving sustainable objectives and promoting green design and supplies for water utilization. Sustainable water management has received great attention over recent years because of its substantial benefits to the environment, society, and economy. Improvements in water management are likely to come from green technologies fueled by individual curiosity, dedicated effort, and opportunities within a strategic program supported by national and international agencies, universities, and industries. These innovations can significantly contribute to less nonrenewable resource requirement, reduced carbon footprint, greenhouse gas emissions and costs, minimized water losses, and enhanced removal of contaminants.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationGreen Technologies for Sustainable Water Management
PublisherAmerican Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Pages1-34
Number of pages34
ISBN (Electronic)9780784479780
ISBN (Print)9780784414422
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2016
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering
  • General Environmental Science

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