Advances in Drinking Water Purification: Small Systems and Emerging Issues

Advancements in Drinking Water Purification: Small Systems and Emerging Issues discusses the knowledge and impact of water purification technologies, bridging the gap between treatability options and identifying location-specific technology options for toxic contaminants. It also provides insights into the effect of impurities on the global quality of drinking water and the selection of appropriate technology to address the problem of decontamination.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 420 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Advancements in Drinking Water Purification: Small Systems and Emerging Issues delves into the realm of water purification technologies, shedding light on their effectiveness and identifying areas for further development to meet the global targets set by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This comprehensive book bridges the knowledge gap between different treatment options, crucial for selecting suitable treatment systems and enhancing the removal of specific contaminants. It emphasizes the importance of considering location-specific technology choices, presenting various approaches for treating the most critical toxic contaminants and pathogens. Furthermore, the book explores the impact of impurities on the global quality of drinking water, encompassing their potential effects on the efficiency of treatment techniques and, ultimately, on the safety of drinking water. This invaluable information is essential in identifying the appropriate technology based on socioeconomic conditions to address the issue of water decontamination.

The book delves into the advancements in drinking water purification, focusing on small systems and emerging issues. It explores the performance of various water purification technologies and identifies the need for further development to achieve safe and affordable drinking water globally. The book bridges the knowledge gap between different treatment options, enabling the selection of suitable treatment systems and enhancing the removal of specific contaminants. It emphasizes the importance of considering location-specific technology choices, presenting various approaches for treating the most critical toxic contaminants and pathogens. Furthermore, the book explores the impact of impurities on the global quality of drinking water, encompassing their potential effects on the efficiency of treatment techniques and, ultimately, on the safety of drinking water. This invaluable information is essential in identifying the appropriate technology based on socioeconomic conditions to address the issue of water decontamination.

Dimension: 234 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323917339