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AWWA MTC64582
- Impact of Seawater Intake and Pretreatment Options on Reverse Osmosis Membrane Desalination Plant Feasibility and Costs
- Conference Proceeding by American Water Works Association, 03/01/2007
- Publisher: AWWA
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This slide presentation outlines the impact of seawater intake and pretreatment options on reverse osmosis (RO) membrane desalination plant feasibility and costs. Project objectives included: Develop Seawater Desal Alternatives;Assess Alternatives in terms oftechnical feasibility and constructability, environmental and social impacts, permitability, cost comparisons, no time for pilot testing or extensive water quality testing; and,select a preferred alternative, assess potential environmental impacts, estimate capital and O&M costs, andestimate implementation schedule; and,drought contingency decisions, implement a DBO Desal Project or not? Topics covered include: background;project location;facilities overview;advantages and disadvantages;feasibility assessment;costs;conclusions; and,current status. Includes tables, figures.