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OverviewThis volume presents a unique and comprehensive glimpse of current and emerging issues of concern related to potable water. The themes discussed include: (1) historical perspective of the evolution of drinking water science and technology and drinking water standards and regulations; (2) emerging contaminants, water distribution problems and energy demand for water treatment and transportation; and (3) using alternative water sources and methods of water treatment and distribution that could resolve current and emerging global potable problems. This volume will serve as a valuable resource for researchers and environmental engineering students interested in global potable water sustainability and a guide to experts affiliated with international agencies working toward providing safe water to global communities. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Tamim Younos , Caitlin A. GradyPublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Edition: 2014 ed. Volume: 30 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 5.029kg ISBN: 9783319065625ISBN 10: 3319065629 Pages: 233 Publication Date: 25 September 2014 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsPotable Water Quality Standards and Regulations: A Historical and World Overview.- Global Potable Water: Current Status, Critical Problems and Future Perspectives.- Coping with Emerging Contaminants in Potable Water Sources.- Drinking Water Distribution: Emerging Issue in Minor Water Systems.- The Effects of Water Energy Nexus on Potable Water Supplies.- Municipal Wastewater – A Rediscovered Resource for Sustainable Water Reuse.- Advances in Desalinisation Technologies: Solar Desalinisation.- Bottled Water: Global Impacts and Potential.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |