scholarly journals A Rainwater Harvesting and Treatment System for Domestic Use and Human Consumption in Native Communities in Amazonas (NW Peru): Technical and Economic Validation

Scientifica ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Eli Morales Rojas ◽  
Edwin Adolfo Díaz Ortiz ◽  
Cesar Augusto Medina Tafur ◽  
Ligia García ◽  
Manuel Oliva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rainwater Harvesting ◽  
Water System ◽  
Economic Feasibility ◽  
Treatment System ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Daily Consumption ◽  
Native Communities ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
Domestic Use

The inhabitants of Tunants and Yahuahua face water supply problems in terms of quantity and quality, leading to socio-environmental and health impacts in the areas. The objective of this research, therefore, is to determine the technical and economic feasibility of a proposal for a rainwater harvesting and treatment system for human consumption in the native communities. For the technical feasibility, monthly water demand per family was compared with the amount of water collected in the rainy and dry seasons. In addition, 16 physical, chemical, and microbiological parameters were evaluated at the inlet and outlet of the water system. The economic feasibility was determined by the initial investment and maintenance of the systems; with the benefits, we obtained the net present social value (NPSV), social internal rate of return (SIRR), and cost-effectiveness (CE). Technically, oxygenation and chlorination in the storage tanks allowed for water quality in physical, chemical, and microbiological aspects, according to the D.S. N° 031-2010-SA standard, in all cases. Finally, with an initial investment of S/2,600 and S/70.00 for annual maintenance of the system, it is possible to supply up to six people per family with an average daily consumption of 32.5 L per person. It is suggested that the system be used at scale in the context of native communities in north-eastern Peru.

scholarly journals Calidad del agua destinada al consumo humano en un cantón de Ecuador / Quality of water intended for human consumption in a canton of Ecuador

Ciencia Unemi ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (20) ◽  
pp. 109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Renato Baque Mite ◽  
Luis Simba Ochoa ◽  
Betty Gonzalez Osorio ◽  
Pedro Suatunce ◽  
Eduardo Diaz Ocampo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Quality Criterion ◽  
Statistical Correlation ◽  
Total Hardness ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Quality Of Water ◽  
Pumping Stations ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
Domestic Use

El estudio evaluó la calidad del agua destinada al consumo humano en el cantón Quevedo, provincia de Los Ríos, Ecuador. Se evaluaron parámetros físicos, químicos y microbiológicos del agua en nueve estaciones de bombeo del EPMAPAQ, en épocas lluviosa y seca. Se compararon los resultados obtenidos con los valores de referencia establecidos en las normativas (Acuerdo ministerial Nº 097 Norma INEN 1108, TULSMA, EPA y OMS), bajo el criterio de calidad para aguas destinadas al consumo humano y uso doméstico. Se determinó el Índice de Calidad de Agua (ICA) y la correlación estadística entre los parámetros, usando la prueba de “t” de Student, con una significancia estadística de p = 0,05 entre las dos épocas. Los parámetros: nitritos, nitratos, turbidez, sólidos disueltos totales, pH, dureza total, color y hierro, se encuentran en el rango de aceptabilidad de calidad ambiental. Los valores, manganeso y oxígeno disuelto sobrepasan los límites máximos permisibles por el TULSMA, al igual que los coliformes fecales, en época lluviosa. La mayoría de los parámetros presentaron diferencias significativas (“t” al 5%) entre las dos épocas. El agua del cantón Quevedo está levemente contaminada y requiere tratamiento de potabilización previo a su consumo. ABSTRACTThe study evaluated the quality of water intended for human consumption in the canton Quevedo, province of Los Rios, Ecuador. Physical, chemical and microbiological parameters of water in nine EPMAPAQ pumping stations were evaluated, in rainy and dry seasons. The results obtained with the reference values set out in the regulations (Ministerial Agreement No. 097 Standard INEN 1108, TULSMA, EPA and WHO) under the quality criterion for water intended for human consumption and domestic use was compared. The Water Quality Index (ICA) and the statistical correlation between parameters were determined using the test "t" of Student, with a statistical significance of p = 0.05 between the two periods. Parameters: nitrites, nitrates, turbidity, total dissolved solids, pH, total hardness, color and iron are in the range of acceptability environmental quality. Values, manganese, dissolved oxygen exceed the maximum permissible limits for the TULSMA, like fecal coliform in the rainy season. Most parameters showed significant differences ("t" 5%) between the two periods. Quevedo Canton water is slightly contaminated and requires purification treatment before consumption.

scholarly journals Evaluation of the drinking water treatment system (STAP) San Fernando –Los Patios urbanization, Colombia. Efficiency and quality

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 149-156
Author(s):  
Yusbely Cecilia Castrillón-Jaimes ◽  
Carlos Humberto Acevedo-Peñaloza ◽  
Jhan Piero Rojas-Suárez
Keyword(s):  
Drinking Water ◽  
Social Protection ◽  
Drinking Water Treatment ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Chemical Analyses ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Quality Of Water ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
San Fernando

The quality of water for human consumption in the municipality of Los Patios in Colombia, depends 60% of the treatment systems for drinking water (STAP) independent, these are adapted according to the population that conforms in 2014 and own resources. Urbanization San Fernando carries out the treatment in an efficient way guaranteeing the quality of water for human consumption, therefore, the field study is based on a quantitative approach and a method that describes the results of the analysis of the samples taken at the entrance and exit of the STAP, to evaluate the efficiency and quality of the system the sample is characterized from the analysis of the physical-chemical and microbiological parameters at the entrance and exit of the system in the Water Laboratory of the Universidad Francisco de Paula de Santander. The physical and microbiological results identify the efficiency of the system and the operator, indicating the quality of the water by the values in the parameters measured according to Decree 1575 of 2007 and 1525 of 2007 by the Ministry of Social Protection in Colombia. The chemical analyses detected a high percentage of calcium hardness in the sample at the system outlet, which is reportedto the directors of the urbanization. In accordance with this, the relevant controls and monitoring are carried out in the process for the purification and consumption of water, without neglecting the habits of water storage by the community in each home.

scholarly journals QUALIDADE DA ÁGUA EM ÁREAS RURAIS: Análise bacteriológica e físico-química das águas dos tanques de pedra das comunidades KM 21 (Campina Grande) e Pedra Redonda (Pocinhos) (Water quality in rural areas: bacteriological and physical-chemical analysis...)

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 1737
Author(s):  
Laíse Do Nascimento Cabral ◽  
Sérgio Murilo Santos de Araújo
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Water Quality ◽  
Rural Communities ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Chemical Analysis ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Microbiological Parameters

Nesse trabalho, foi analisada a qualidade da água em níveis bacteriológicos para consumo humano e demais usos em reservatórios denominados Tanques de Pedra nas comunidades rurais do Semiárido Paraibano: KM 21, Campina Grande (Agreste paraibano)-PB, e Pedra Redonda (Curimataú paraibano), Pocinhos-PB. Como critério de escolha das comunidades, considerou-se a importância dos reservatórios para a população, haja vista serem o principal reservatório para captação de água da chuva e armazenamento. A qualidade da água foi analisada a partir de sete coletas com a determinação dos parâmetros físico-químicos e microbiológicos. A metodologia aplicada foi o método enzimático de substrato definido Colilert. Para as análises físico-químicas, utilizou-se 24 parâmetros identificados pelo Valor Máximo Permissível (VMP). Os resultados, para parâmetros microbiológicos e físico-químicos, estão fundamentados na Portaria 2914/11 do Ministério da Saúde. Utilizou-se registro fotográfico para obtenção de imagens dos reservatórios. Os resultados mostraram que a qualidade da água das comunidades encontrava-se comprometida, tendo em vista que se encontrava infectada nos níveis bacteriológicos (Escherichia coli e Coliformes totais) e físico-químicos para cor e turbidez, sendo estes parâmetros utilizados para consumo humano. Assim, concluiu-se que, nos casos da utilização do recurso hídrico para usos múltiplos da água, pode haver utilização, porém com algumas restrições. Por fim, é válido destacar que os tanques de pedra são o maior provedor de água para as famílias de ambas as comunidades, por este motivo a análise da qualidade da água deu-se para este tipo de reservatório dado a sua importância aquífera e social.    A B S T R A C T In this study, the water quality was analyzed for bacteriological levels for human consumption and other uses in so-called reservoirs Stone Tanks in rural communities Paraibano Semi-Arid: KM 21, Campina Grande (Agreste Paraibano)-PB, and Pedra Redonda (Curimataú Paraibano), Pocinhos-PB. As a criterion of choice of the communities, it considered the importance of reservoirs for the population, given as the primary reservoir for capturing rainwater and storage. The water quality was analyzed from seven collections with the determination of physical, chemical and microbiological parameters. The methodology applied was the enzymatic method of substrate defined Colilert. For the physico-chemical analysis, we used 24 parameters identified by the Maximum Permissible Value (MPV). The results for microbiological and physico-chemical parameters are based on the Ministry of Health Ordinance 2914/11. We used photographic record to obtain images of the reservoirs. The results showed that the water quality of communities found compromised, considering that was infected in the bacteriological level (Escherichia coli and Coliforms totals) and physico-chemical for color and turbidity, these parameters being used for human consumption. Thus, it was concluded that in cases where the use of water resources for multiple uses water can be used, but with some restrictions. Finally, it is worth noting that the stone tanks are the largest water provider for the families of both communities, for this reason the analysis of water quality was given for this type of reservoir given its importance aquifer and social. Keywords: Water resources; Sustainability; water management; Agreste of Paraíba; Brazilian semiarid.   

scholarly journals QUALIDADE FÍSICO-QUÍMICA E MICROBIOLÓGICA DA ÁGUA PARA O CONSUMO EM RESIDÊNCIAS DE UM MUNICÍPIO DO SERTÃO CENTRAL

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 65
Author(s):  
Sandna Larissa Freitas Santos ◽  
Leandro Lima de Vasconcelos ◽  
Rogério Nunes dos Santos
Keyword(s):  
Sample Selection ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Fecal Coliforms ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Quality Of Water ◽  
Three Samples ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
The Town

Os intensos períodos de estiagem e pela concentração que a água adquire quando os níveis dos reservatórios estão baixos torna-se evidente a ausência da qualidade da água consumida pela população. O estudo teve como objetivo avaliar os parâmetros físico-químicos e microbiológicos da água para consumo no município de Itapiúna-CE. Estudo do tipo experimental, prospectivo, transversal e com abordagem do tipo qualitativo e quantitativo. Foram analisadas 4 amostras de 500 mL cada, uma do Açude Castro e de três locais escolhidos nas residências de pontos estratégicos de distribuição pela concepcionária, da água usada para consumo no município de Itapiúna-CE no mês de outubro de 2016. Para seleção das amostras foram adotados os critérios de inclusão: água do açude castro (Amostra A), e três amostras de residências, consideradas a água retirada diretamente do registro da Cagece, escolhidas aleatoriamente dos bairros do município. As amostras apresentaram cloretos alterados quando comparadas às quantidades estabelecidas pela Portaria 2914/2011 do Ministério da Saúde (MS). A respeito aos parâmetros como Sólidos Totais, Condutividade, Cloreto e Dureza, os valores também encontrou-se valores superiores. A amostra A (Açude Castro) obteve pH de 8.81 e apresentou alcalinidade devido a carbonatos (80 mgCO3/L) e a bicarbonatos (150mg CaCO3/L). Verificou-se que 50% das amostras apresentaram presença de coliformes totais e coliformes fecais, evidenciando contaminação da maioria das amostras analisadas. Contudo, de acordo com as análises realizadas, as amostras não obedecem ao padrão de potabilidade, tornando á água imprópria para o consumo humano. PHYSICAL-CHEMICAL AND MICROBIOLOGICAL QUALITY OF WATER FOR CONSUMPTION IN RESIDENCES OF A TOWN IN THE SERTÃO CENTRAL ABSTRACT Factors such as long periods of drought and the physical and chemical characteristics of water influence in the quality of water consumed by the population, leading to health problems. This study aimed at evaluating the physical-chemical and microbiological parameters of water for consumption in the town of Itapiúna-CE. Four samples of 500 mL each were analyzed, one from Açude Castro and three from chosen places in the residences of strategic sites of distribution by the water company for consumption in the town of Itapiúna-CE in October 2016. For sample selection it was adopted the inclusion criteria: water from Açude Castro (sample A), and three samples of residences, considered the water withdrawn directly from Cagece register, randomly chosen from neighborhoods of the town. The samples present altered chlorides compared to the established quantities by the Consolidation Ordinance No. 5 of September 28, 2017 of the Ministry of Health (MS). Regarding the parameters such as total solids, conductivity, chloride and hardness, were also found higher values. Sample A (Açude Castro) obtained pH of 8.81 and presented alkalinity due to carbonates (80 mgCO3 / L) and bicarbonates (150 mg CaCO3 / L). It was verified that 50% of the samples presented total coliforms and fecal coliforms, evidencing contamination of most of the samples analyzed. So, according to the analysis carried out, the samples did not obey the standard of potable water, making the water unfit for human consumption.

scholarly journals Water quality of the Grijalva river in the Chiapas and Tabasco border

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (13) ◽  
pp. 55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karim Musalem-Castillejos ◽  
Rafael Laino-Guanes ◽  
Ricardo Bello-Mendoza ◽  
Mario González-Espinoza ◽  
Neptalí Ramírez-Marcial
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
River Basin ◽  
Water Sources ◽  
Dry Season ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Water Turbidity ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Classi Cation ◽  
Microbiological Parameters

The objective was to characterize water quality for a section of the Grijalva River and its tributaries, for rainy and dry season in the border of the States of Chiapas and Tabasco. 23 physical, chemical, and microbiological parameters as well as contaminants were determined and compared with the Mexican norm NOM-127-SSA1-1994 which establishes water quality maximum permissible limits for use and human consumption and with the water quality classi cation scale proposed by the Comisión Nacional del Agua. Water quality of the Grijalva River in the studied section and tributaries, also locally named Almandros river, decreases as it descends to more populated areas of Tabasco. Water turbidity and high levels of coliforms and Escherichia are the main problems associated with the rivers of the studied area, even in water sources destined for human consumption. Other studied parameters have acceptable water quality mainly during the dry season, except for Mercury, which showed higher levels than the recommended by the norm in all sampling sites. The need to further study presence of Mercury in the Grijalva River basin is suggested. 

scholarly journals Physical-chemical and microbiological quality of water used for public supply in the municipality of Alvorada D’Oeste, Rondônia, Brazil

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. e198101119357
Author(s):  
Thander Jacson Nunes Calente ◽  
Grazieli Nunes Calente Santos ◽  
Wesclen Vilar Nogueira
Keyword(s):  
Reference Values ◽  
Heterotrophic Bacteria ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Residual Chlorine ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Quality Of Water ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
Thermotolerant Coliforms ◽  
Free Residual Chlorine

The study analyzed the physical-chemical and microbiological parameters carried out by the Autonomous Water and Sewage Service (AWSS) of the Municipality of Alvorada D’Oeste, Rondônia, Brazil. The parameters analyzed were: pH, turbidity, free residual chlorine, total coliforms (TC), thermotolerant coliforms (TTC) and heterotrophic bacteria. The values of hydrogen potential (pH) were obtained with a digital pH meter. The analyzes were carried out the 2013 to 2019. The turbidity and free residual chlorine values were obtained according to the method of the Practical Manual of Water Analysis of the National Health Foundation (FUNASA). To determine the microbiological parameters, PetrifilmTM plates (3MTM do Brasil Ltda) were used, following the manufacturer's guidelines. The analyzed values were compared with reference values described in Consolidation Ordinance nº. 5, of September 28, 2017, of the Ministry of Health (MS) which sets the standards for potability of water intended for human consumption. The results varied for all parameters evaluated: pH (3.11 to 8.24), turbidez (0.02 to 3,01), TC (0 to 100%), TTC (0 to 100%) and heterotrophic bacteria (85 to 100%). The values obtained for free residual chlorine were the only parameter to follow the reference values. The highest contamination for TC and heterotrophic bacteria were reported in 2019, higher the limits established in Brazilian legislation. Thus, the water was characterized as unfit for consumption and requires severe control for TC and heterotrophic bacteria.  

scholarly journals Monitoring of metals, organic compounds and coliforms in water catchment points from the Sinos River basin

2015 ◽  
Vol 75 (2 suppl) ◽  
pp. 50-56 ◽  
Author(s):  
CA Nascimento ◽  
R Staggemeier ◽  
E Bianchi ◽  
MT Rodrigues ◽  
R Fabres ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
River Basin ◽  
River Basins ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Industrial Plants ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Class 1 ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
Agricultural Areas ◽  
Different Characteristics ◽  
Water Catchment

<p>Unplanned use and occupation of the land without respecting its capacity of assimilation and environmental purification leads to the degradation of the environment and of water used for human consumption. Agricultural areas, industrial plants and urban centres developed without planning and the control of effluent discharges are the main causes of water pollution in river basins that receive all the liquid effluents produced in those places. Over the last decades, environmental management has become part of governmental agendas in search of solutions for the preservation of water quality and the restoration of already degraded resources. This study evaluated the conditions of the main watercourse of the Sinos River basin by monitoring the main physical, chemical and microbiological parameters described in the CONAMA Resolution no. 357/2005.The set of parameters evaluated at five catchment points of water human consumption revealed a river that has different characteristics in each reach, as the upper reach was class 1, whereas the middle and lower reaches of the basin were class 4. Monitoring pointed to households as the main sources of pollutants in those reaches, although metals used in the industrial production of the region were found in the samples analyzed.</p>

scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF WATER QUALITY AND POLLUTION LOAD IN TEJASWINI RIVER NEAR THE MALAVETTUVAN TRIBAL SETTLEMENT, CHERUPUZHA PANCHAYATH, KERALA, INDIA

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 71-74
Author(s):  
Sangeeth Thekkan ◽  
Renjini Haridas ◽  
Paulsamy S
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
River Water ◽  
Forest Canopy ◽  
Water Quality Assessment ◽  
Primary Sources ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Calcium Magnesium ◽  
Domestic Use ◽  
Canopy Water

Rivers are one of the primary sources of water for drinking, irrigation and other domestic purposes.The present study deals with the water quality assessment of Tejaswini river of Cherupuzha Panchayath, Kannur district, Kerala. The water samples collected from five different sites were analyzed for parameters such as temperature, color, pH, BOD, DO, calcium, magnesium and Escherichia coli. The analysis of the physico– chemical and microbiological characters of the river water indicated that the water quality study of site I was affected severely because the study site is very near to the tribal settlements and also the tribes use thisarea mainly for sewage disposal. Study site II, III, IV and V, which are away from the tribal settlement, the river water is not polluted as it is very far away from the tribal settlement and also nearer to forest canopy. Water from study site I which not suitable for drinking and other domestic use. Therefore, source protectionis suggested for the site I water bodies for the benefit of mankind because it is not safe for human consumption.

scholarly journals Managing Apparent Loss and Real Loss from the Nexus Perspective Using System Dynamics

Water ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 231
Author(s):  
Seo Hyung Choi ◽  
Bongwoo Shin ◽  
Eunher Shin
Keyword(s):  
System Dynamics ◽  
Water Loss ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Water System ◽  
Economic Feasibility ◽  
Water Utilities ◽  
Urban Water ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Urban Water System ◽  
Apparent Loss

When water utilities establish water loss control programs, they traditionally focus on apparent loss rather than real loss when considering economic feasibility in the water sector. There is an urgent need for new management approaches that can address complex relationships and ensure the sustainability of natural resources among different sectors. This study suggests a novel approach for water utilities to manage water losses from the water-energy (WE) Nexus perspective. The Nexus model uses system dynamics to simulate twelve scenarios with the differing status of water loss and energy intensities. This analysis identifies real loss as one of the main causes of resource waste and an essential factor from the Nexus perspective. It also demonstrates that the energy intensity of each process in the urban water system has a significant impact on resource use and transfer. The consumption and movement of resources can be quantified in each process involved in the urban water system to distinguish central and vulnerable processes. This study suggests that the Nexus approach can strongly contribute to quantifying the use and movement of resources between water and energy sectors and the strategic formulation of sustainable and systematic water loss management strategies from the Nexus perspective.

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