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Article: Scientists at University of Ferrara discuss research in desalination.
- Article from:
- Journal of Technology
- Article date:
- November 10, 2009
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"The availability of freshwater to meet different water needs has raised serious concerns in the last decades all around the world. Water scarcity, deterioration of quality and increasing demand have led to the development and use of alternative sources of water," researchers in Ferrara, Italy report.
"Reclamation and recycling are now considered as key components of water and wastewater management policies around the world. In this context, the adoption of soft wastewater treatments with a minimum use of chemical agents and having minimum environmental impact is widely encouraged. An experimental campaign was carried out on a pilot plant which consisted of a ...