Strategic Asset Management Of Water Supply And Wastewater Infrastructures

Author : Helena Alegre,Maria do Ceu Almeida
Publisher : IWA Publishing
Page : 553 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2009-09-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781843391869

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Strategic Asset Management of Water Supply and Wastewater Infrastructures by Helena Alegre,Maria do Ceu Almeida Pdf

Water and Wastewater companies operating all around the world have faced rising asset management and replacement costs, often to levels that are financially unsustainable. Management of investment needs, while meeting regulatory and other goals, has required: A better understanding of what customers demand from the services they pay for, and the extent to which they are willing to pay for improvements or be compensated for a reduction in performance Development of models to predict asset failure and to identify and concentrate investment on critical assets Improved management systems Improved accounting for costs and benefits and their incorporation within an appropriate cost-benefit framework Incorporation of risk management techniques Utilisation of advanced maintenance techniques including new rehabilitation failure detection technologies Enhancements in pipeline materials, technologies and laying techniques. These papers developed from LESAM 2007 for inclusion in Strategic Asset Management of Water Supply and Wastewater Infrastructures are focused on the techniques, technologies and management approaches aiming at optimising the investment in infrastructure while achieving demanded customer service standards, and they provide an opportunity to gain access to the latest discussion and developments at the leading-edge in this field. This book will be essential reading for utility operators and managers, regulators and consultants.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39015064933263

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Water Infrastructure at a Turning Point by Anonim Pdf

The United States can boast the finest water and wastewater systems in the world, but it cannot sustain this extensive infrastructure unless steps are taken to counter its natural wear-down due to age. The resulting task is to initiate and manage a modern, methodical, and sustainable asset renewal process, called asset management. This report fully explores the processes involved in asset management: Define expectations and assess the condition, Estimate the remaining useful life, Manage the wear-out process, and continually Improve the plan. Written for: water utility managers, governing boards , community stakeholders, and others interested in the subject. The United States can boast the finest water and wastewater systems in the world, but it cannot sustain this extensive infrastructure unless steps are taken to counter its natural wear-down due to age. The resulting task is to initiate and manage a modern, methodical, and sustainable asset renewal process, called asset management. This report fully explores the processes involved in asset management: Define expectations and assess the condition, Estimate the remaining useful life, Manage the wear-out process, and continually Improve the plan. Written for: water utility managers, governing boards , community stakeholders, and others interested in the subject.

Author : Neil S. Grigg
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2010-12-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781420032338

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Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Infrastructure Management by Neil S. Grigg Pdf

According to a report released by the Water Infrastructure Network (WIN), over the next 20 years America's water and wastewater systems will have to invest an additional $20 billion a year to replace aging and failing infrastructure in order to comply with the national environmental and public health priorities in the Clean Water Act and Safe Drink

Author : Linda Blankenship
Publisher : IWA Publishing (International Water Assoc)
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 1843393395

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Gaining Public Support - Experience with Citizen Advisory Committees by Linda Blankenship Pdf

Public understanding leading to support for investment in aging water infrastructure is absolutely essential in order to close the "gap" between projected and current funding levels. In response to the need identified by its utility members, the Water Environment Research Foundation has funded a research program on Strategic Asset Management (SAM) Implementation and Communication for wastewater and water utilities. One objective of the research program included understanding the experience of utilities with citizen advisory committees to gain support for issues related to infrastructure sustainability and asset management. A variety of experiences are documented in this report. Lessons learned that can guide a utility that desires to establish a citizen advisory committee are identified in the areas of formation, logistics, goals and expected results.

Author : Enrique Cabrera Jr,Miguel Angel Pardo
Publisher : IWA Publishing
Page : 541 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2008-03-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781843391913

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Performance Assessment of Urban Infrastructure Services by Enrique Cabrera Jr,Miguel Angel Pardo Pdf

Performance assessment has been one of the hottest topics in the water industry in the past decade. In that period, the International Water Association has played a key role, and the performance indicators systems developed for drinking water and wastewater utilities have become a reference worldwide. This book represents a collection of the papers presented to the Pi08 Conference, in Valencia, Spain (March 2008). The conference represents the final stage in the COST C18 Action, funded by the EU and brings together some of the most relevant professionals in the water industry. The book covers the latest trends in performance assessment, as well as relevant case studies from practical applications in utilities around the globe. Themes: Performance Indicators Metric Benchmarking Process Benchmarking Asset Management Regulation Case Studies

Author : United States. General Accounting Office
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Federal aid to water quality management
ISBN : STANFORD:36105126811079

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Water Infrastructure by United States. General Accounting Office Pdf

Author : United States. General Accounting Office
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Water utilities
ISBN : UCBK:C087674861

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Water Infrastructure by United States. General Accounting Office Pdf

Author : AWWA Water Utility Council
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Infrastructure (Economics)
ISBN : 9791583214229

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Water Infrastructure at a Turning Point by AWWA Water Utility Council Pdf

CD-ROM contains: a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Car Talk."

Author : Ellen Crocker,Lisa Turner
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2002-12
Category : Drinking water
ISBN : 0756728525

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Water Infrastructure by Ellen Crocker,Lisa Turner Pdf

Communities will need an estimated $300 billion to $1 trillion over the next 20 years to repair, replace, or upgrade aging drinking water & wastewater facilities; accommodate a growing pop'n.; & meet new water quality standards. This report examines: (1) how the amount of funds obtained by large public & private drinking water & wastewater utilities -- those serving populations greater than 10,000 -- through user charges & other local funding sources compare with their cost of providing service; (2) how such utilities manage existing capital assets & plan for needed capital improvements; & (3) what factors influence private companies' interest in assuming the operation or ownership of publicly owned drinking water & wastewater facilities. Tables.

Author : Tan Yigitcanlar,Md. (Liton) Kamruzzaman
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783038979067

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Planning, Development and Management of Sustainable Cities by Tan Yigitcanlar,Md. (Liton) Kamruzzaman Pdf

The concept of ‘sustainable urban development’ has been pushed to the forefront of policymaking and politics as the world wakes up to the impacts of climate change and the destructive effects of the Anthropocene. Climate change has emerged to be one of the biggest challenges faced by our planet today, threatening both built and natural systems with long-term consequences, which may be irreversible. While there is a vast body of literature on sustainability and sustainable urban development, there is currently limited focus on how to cohesively bring together the vital issues of the planning, development, and management of sustainable cities. Moreover, it has been widely stated that current practices and lifestyles cannot continue if we are to leave a healthy living planet to not only the next generation, but also to the generations beyond. The current global school strikes for climate action (known as Fridays for Future) evidences this. The book advocates the view that the focus needs to rest on ways in which our cities and industries can become green enough to avoid urban ecocide. This book fills a gap in the literature by bringing together issues related to the planning, development, and management of cities and focusing on a triple-bottom-line approach to sustainability.

Author : Mike Matichich,Ron Booth,John Rogers,Elisa Speranza,Eric Rothstein,Cody Stanger,Ed Wagner,Paul Gruenwaldr
Publisher : American Water Works Association
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2006-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1583214119

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Asset Management Planning and Reporting Options for Water Utilities by Mike Matichich,Ron Booth,John Rogers,Elisa Speranza,Eric Rothstein,Cody Stanger,Ed Wagner,Paul Gruenwaldr Pdf

OBJECTIVES: Managers of drinking water utilities face the difficult task of identifying appropriate levels of renewal and replacement spending, and achieving buy-in for the required funding levels from boards and councils. This project was commissioned to provide the framework to identify and test several levels of asset management planning, using samples of assets from a dozen participating utilities. BACKGROUND: As water utilities strive to implement appropriate strategies for managing their considerable treatment plant and distribution assets, they are faced with challenges that include (1) fully valuing water in a marketplace whose customers and policymakers have become accustomed to below market rates for service, and (2) developing more strategic asset management programs in the face of increased funding competition. Most articles, papers, and publications on asset management are based on theoretical examples or single- case studies. This project was designed by AwwaRF as a management study to help address the lack of comparative case studies.

Author : Neil S. Grigg
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012-06-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781439881835

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Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Infrastructure Management, Second Edition by Neil S. Grigg Pdf

Urban water services are building blocks for healthy cities, and they require complex and expensive infrastructure systems. Most of the infrastructure is out of sight and tends to be taken for granted, but an infrastructure financing crisis looms in the United States because the systems are aging and falling behind on maintenance. A road map for public works and utility professionals, Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Infrastructure Management, Second Edition provides clear and practical guidance for life-cycle management of water infrastructure systems. Grounded in solid engineering and business principles, the book explains how to plan, budget, design, construct, and manage the physical infrastructure of urban water systems. It blends knowledge from management fields such as facilities, finance, and maintenance with information about the unique technical attributes of water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. Addresses how to make a business case for infrastructure funding Demonstrates how to apply up-to-date methods for capital improvement planning and budgeting Outlines the latest developments in infrastructure asset management Identifies cutting-edge developments in information technology applied to infrastructure management Presents a realistic view of how risk management is applied to urban water infrastructure settings Explains the latest maintenance and operations methods for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems The author describes current thinking on best management practices and topics such as asset management, vulnerability assessment, and total quality management of infrastructure systems. Expanded and updated throughout, this second edition reflects the considerable advances that have occurred in infrastructure management over the past ten years. Useful as a reference and a professional development guide, this unique book offers tools to help you lower costs and mitigate the rate shocks associated with managing infrastructure for growth, deterioration, and regulatory requirements. What’s New in This Edition The latest infrastructure management and maintenance technologies Information on the inventories of systems and the configuration of infrastructure New design and construction methods such as building information modeling (BIM) New approaches to rate setting, accounting methods, and cost accounting to help you assess the full cost of infrastructure Advances in SCADA systems Expanded coverage of risk management and disaster preparedness Material on the use of GIS in water and sewer management New laws related to infrastructure, including the U.S. EPA’s efforts to develop a distribution system rule

Author : Sergio T. Coelho,Diogo Vitorino,Bradley Jurkovac,Helena Alegre,David Kerr,Rita S. Brito
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Science
ISBN : 1780407777

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Visual Tool for Supporting Asset Management Performance, Risk, and Cost Analysis by Sergio T. Coelho,Diogo Vitorino,Bradley Jurkovac,Helena Alegre,David Kerr,Rita S. Brito Pdf

Managing urban water infrastructures faces the challenge of jointly dealing with assets of diverse types, useful life, cost, ages and condition. Service quality and sustainability require sound long-term planning, well aligned with tactical and operational planning and management. In summary, the objective of an integrated approach to infrastructure asset management is to assist utilities in answering the following questions:Who are we at present, and what service do we deliver? What do we own? Where do we want to be in the long-term? How do we get there?The AWARE-P approach (www.aware-p.org) offers a coherent methodological framework and a valuable portfolio of software tools. It is designed to assist water supply and wastewater utility decision-makers in their analyses and planning processes. It is based on a Plan-Do-Check-Act process and is in accordance with the key principles of the International Standards Organization (ISO) 55000 standards on asset management. It is compatible with, and complementary to WERF's SIMPLE framework. The software assists in strategic, tactical, and operational planning, through a non-intrusive, web-based, collaborative environment where objectives and metrics drive IAM planning. It is aimed at industry professionals and managers, as well as at the consultants and technical experts that support them. It is easy to use and maximizes the value of information from multiple existing data sources, both in data-rich and data-stressed environments.This project aimed at testing, validating and tailoring the AWARE-P approach and software in the U.S. wastewater services context; developing new open-source software tools. The project produced:* A portfolio of tools for the Advanced Water Management and Rehabilitation-Portugal (AWARE-P) software validated at Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (GCDWR), the main pilot case, and at two other U.S. cases, where a large amount of GIS and inspection data from a major utility, and GIS and operational data from a small utility were extensively explored;* A new, enhanced version of the tool to assess infrastructure value and support long-term re-investment policies; and* A new set of tools directed at data mining and condition-based inspection analysis and prediction.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Assets (Accounting)
ISBN : 047310685X

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International Infrastructure Management Manual by Anonim Pdf

Manual provides guidelines for best management practices for all infrastructure assets in the public and private sectors at the lowest life cycle cost.

Author : Dick van der Kooij,Paul W. J. J. van der Wielen,Diego Rosso,Andrew Shaw,Dietrich Borchardt,Ralf Ibisch,Dirk Apgar,Jay Witherspoon,Dominic M. di Toro,Paul R. Paquin,Don Mavinic,Fred Koch,Emmanuelle Guillot,Jean-Francois Loret,Erhard Hoffmann,Hallvard Ødegaard,Francesc Hernandez-Sancho,Maria Molinos-Senante
Publisher : IWA Publishing
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781780400402

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Microbial Growth in Drinking Water Supplies by Dick van der Kooij,Paul W. J. J. van der Wielen,Diego Rosso,Andrew Shaw,Dietrich Borchardt,Ralf Ibisch,Dirk Apgar,Jay Witherspoon,Dominic M. di Toro,Paul R. Paquin,Don Mavinic,Fred Koch,Emmanuelle Guillot,Jean-Francois Loret,Erhard Hoffmann,Hallvard Ødegaard,Francesc Hernandez-Sancho,Maria Molinos-Senante Pdf

Maintaining the microbial quality in distribution systems and connected installations remains a challenge for the water supply companies all over the world, despite many years of research. This book identifies the main concerns and knowledge gaps related to regrowth and stimulates cooperation in future research. Microbial Growth in Drinking Water Supplies provides an overview of the regrowth issue in different countries and the water quality problems related to regrowth. The book assesses the causes of regrowth in drinking water and the prevention of regrowth by water treatment and distribution. Editors: Dirk van der Kooij and Paul W.J.J. van der Wielen, KWR Watercycle Research Institute, The Netherlands