Critical Assessment of Implementing Desalination Technologies

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Examines the full range of water quality, environmental, economic, and social considerations regarding the implementation of desalination technology, based on a review of literature, survey of existing facilities, and case study analysis. Research partner: UKDWI. Published in 2009.

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Critical Assessment of Implementing Desalination Technologies

Abstract

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Critical Assessment of Implementing Desalination Technologies

Extend the IRP Process to Include Water Reuse and Other Non-Traditional Waters

Improvements to Minimize I&E Existing Intakes

Carlsbad Desalination Integration and Regional Salinity Reduction Study

Regionalized or Integrated Solutions for Brine Management and Recovery

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