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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Engineering
  • Water Resource Management
  • Wastewater Treatment

Background:

  • Integrated real-time control (RTC) is an emerging strategy for urban wastewater systems.
  • Improved surface water quality is a key objective of RTC.
  • Comprehensive evaluation of RTC benefits and costs is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a framework for cost-effective integrated RTC strategies.
  • To maximize environmental outcomes using real-time data.
  • To evaluate the benefits and costs of integrated RTC.

Main Methods:

  • A three-step framework utilizing state-of-the-art modeling and analytical tools.
  • Case study application to assess RTC performance.
  • Comparison against conventional compliance strategies.

Main Results:

  • Integrated RTC improved river quality by over 20%, meeting EU Water Framework Directive standards.
  • A 15% cost reduction was achieved through responsive aeration.
  • RTC demonstrated cost-effectiveness against tightening environmental standards.

Conclusions:

  • Integrated RTC offers a cost-effective approach to enhance urban wastewater system performance.
  • RTC improves resilience to disturbances and reduces environmental risk.
  • This strategy supports compliance with stringent environmental regulations.