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Author: | Gikas, P. Tchobanoglous, G. |
Title: | Sustainable use of water in the Aegean Islands |
Journal: | Journal of Environmental Management
2009 : JUN, VOL. 90:8, p. 2601-2611 |
Index terms: | water resources management water supply industry costs economic analysis energy |
Freeterms: | water reclamation water reuse water importation; water economics wastewater desalination sustainable Aegean Islands |
Language: | eng |
Abstract: | Based on water demands in the Aegean Islands have increased steadily over the last decade as a result of a building boom for new homes, hotels, and resorts. In the article, three alternative processes: desalination, importation, and water reclamation are compared with respect to cost, energy requirements and long-term sustainability. Based on the comparisons made, water reclamation and reuse should be components of any long-term water resources management strategy. |
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