Alternative Water Sources and Wastewater Management

The definitive guide to alternative water sources and wastewater solutionsThis timely volume discusses alternative water sources and waste disposal methods that are appropriate when traditional means and methods do not exist or are inadequate. Alternative Water Sources and Wastewater Management presents a variety of innovative concepts that are being researched, developed, and implemented worldwide. Featuring detailed illustrations, an eight-page color insert, current examples, statistics, and calculations, this book provides the vital information needed to address the rapidly increasing global demand for clean water.Coverage includes: Water cycle water sourcesSpringsAir conditioning condensate recoveryDew harvestingFog harvestingGlacier water harvestingRainwater catchmentSolar distillation of waterGraywater systemsWater quality maintenanceGround water rechargeAquatic plants as waste management systemBiological fi lters and constructed wetlandsBlackwater recycling systemsSeptic system designLatrines and priviesComposting toiletsNet zero water