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Advanced Materials, Technologies, and Complex Systems Analyses: Emerging Opportunities to Enhance Urban Water
Katherine R Zodrow1,2,3, Qilin Li1,3, Regina M Buono2
1Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Rice University , Houston, Texas 77005, United States.
Abstract:
Innovation in urban water systems is required to address the increasing demand for clean water due to population growth and aggravated water stress caused by water pollution, aging infrastructure, and climate change. Advances in materials science, modular water treatment technologies, and complex systems analyses, coupled with the drive to minimize the energy and environmental footprints of cities, provide new opportunities to ensure a resilient and safe water supply. We present a vision for enhancing efficiency and resiliency of urban water systems and discuss approaches and research needs for overcoming associated implementation challenges.
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