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Pressure Management in Water Distribution Networks by Means of Pumps as Turbines: A Case Study in Northern Italy

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Pressure control by means of pressure-reducing valves (PRVs) is a possible strategy to reduce water losses in water distribution networks (WDNs).However, PRV replacement with energyharvesting devices-such as pumps as turbines (PATs)-can lead to a more sustainable management of water systems.This study analyzes the case study of a WDN located in Northern Italy, of which the layout is supposed to be upgraded by installing a PAT for both pressure reduction and energy recovery.To identify the optimal PAT to install (i.e., the one that maximizes energy recovery), a fleet of forty-five turbomachines is hypothetically employed.The study reveals that the hydraulic regulation of the optimal PAT allows recovering over 50% of the hydraulic energy available in the WDN.

DOI: 10.3390/engproc2024069135

Authors: Lucrezia Manservigi, Valentina Marsili, Filippo Mazzoni, Giulia Anna Maria Castorino, Saverio Farsoni, Enzo Losi, Stefano Alvisi, Marcello Bonfè, Marco Franchini, Pier Ruggero Spina, Mauro Venturini

Institution: University of Ferrara

Language: English

Topic: Water Systems and Optimization

Subfield: Civil and Structural Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Clean water and sanitation, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

OpenAlex ID: W4402523986

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