Baseflow contribution from water sensitive urban design
Baseflow is vital to sustain stream ecosystems through dry periods without significant rain events. It is the minimum flow provision ...
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Liveability: Urban water’s next horizon?
By H Pexton and K Nagato. First published in Water e-Journal Vol 4 No 3 2019. DOWNLOAD THE PAPER Abstract The water ...
Modelling water sensitive cities to create resilient communities
Rather than taking a business-as-usual approach, the rapid growth of Australian cities provides an opportunity to change the way we ...
Calculating the hydraulic efficiency of a constructed wetland
Measurement of the efficiency of a constructed wetland is critical for maintenance of their functions and contribution to improving water ...
From tools to toolbox: Sustainability and investment appraisal for water projects
Water infrastructure plays a critical role in shaping urban environments and supporting thriving communities across the globe. Infrastructure provides benefits ...
Utility customers willing to pay more for liveability projects, study shows
Hunter Water’s largest ever residential customer survey has shown its customers are willing to pay more for projects that benefit ...
Will we be swimming in Sydney’s Parramatta River by 2025?
London’s Thames River was declared partially “biologically dead” by the Natural History Museum in 1957. Boston’s Charles River, known as ...
Smart water metering technology for water management in urban areas
This study reviewed the SWM technology and used a smart water metering pilot project to analyse the water consumption trends, ...
Next generation water efficiency: Looking over the horizon
This paper explores the technologies, behavioural interfaces and programs that could aid Australia’s next generation of water efficiency.
Analysing water sensitive urban design options
Planning for ‘water-sensitive’ infill development has become a priority for sustainable urban development in Australia.
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