The document summarizes an urban water sustainability conference. It discusses the following key points in 3 sentences:
The conference aims to promote resource recovery and green infrastructure solutions through establishing learning objectives around benefits, barriers, funding options, and practical implementation actions. The agenda covers an overview of the Metro Wastewater District including their facilities, approaches to innovation, regulatory engagement, biosolids management, research participation, best practices, and communication efforts. The Metro District manages wastewater treatment for over a million people through various facilities, applies biosolids beneficially, engages in ongoing innovation and research, and communicates with stakeholders.
Integrated urban water management singapore's experience and lessons learnt...Global Water Partnership
Singapore faced significant water challenges as a small island nation with a high population density and rapid growth. Through integrated urban water management and a "four national taps" strategy of catchment water, imported water, NEWater, and desalination, Singapore has developed a resilient and sustainable water supply. Key lessons include treating water as a strategic issue, having a single agency manage the water loop holistically, increasing supply through various sources while managing demand, and engaging stakeholders through pricing, community programs, and industry partnerships. Singapore shares its experience through hosting the annual Singapore International Water Week to foster global collaboration.
The document discusses the Murray-Darling Basin Plan, which aims to balance environmental and consumptive water needs in the basin. It notes that significant development has led to overallocation of water, degrading the environment. The Basin Plan seeks to set sustainable diversion limits and return more water to the environment through investments while minimizing socioeconomic impacts. It describes the process of determining environmental water needs based on key assets and functions. Opportunities and constraints to implementation are also discussed.
Singapore's Response to Sanitation and Water Challengesinfosanitasi
Singapore has faced significant water challenges due to its small land area and high population density. It has developed an integrated and sustainable water management system to ensure sufficient, high-quality water supply. This includes developing four "national taps" - local catchment water, imported water, reclaimed water (NEWater), and desalinated water. Singapore has also implemented strict regulations, catchment protection measures, innovative water technologies, and community education programs to achieve its vision of sustainable water management. It continues working on research and regional cooperation to address future challenges from factors like population growth, climate change, and rising energy costs.
Presentation on "greening the gray" projects in Onondaga County, NY. Presented at the 2012 NYWEA Conference by Bob Kukenberger, Gray Infrastructure Program Manager, CDM Smith.
Integrated urban water management experiences from ethekweni municipality s...Global Water Partnership
The document discusses integrated urban water management in Ethekweni Municipality, South Africa. It outlines key principles of integrated urban water management including considering the collective impact of water processes on issues like health, environment and stakeholder satisfaction. It then provides an overview of Ethekweni Municipality, describing its population, infrastructure, challenges and opportunities. Specific integrated urban water management strategies being implemented are then discussed, including non-revenue water reduction programs, water reuse initiatives, and exploring renewable energy options.
State & Federal Regulation of Hydraulic Fracturing: A Comparative AnalysisDan Arthur
The document summarizes state and federal regulation of hydraulic fracturing, comparing approaches in different jurisdictions. It outlines key environmental issues like water sourcing, disposal, and groundwater protection. It also discusses the role of environmental non-governmental organizations in activism around shale gas development. The document reviews regulatory developments in states like Wyoming, Pennsylvania, and Ohio to address hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. It considers options for federal regulation and implications for the future of natural gas development.
Kansas City's Overflow Control Program, 2012, u.s. water alliance,urban water...U.S. Water Alliance
Kansas City has made a commitment to use green infrastructure as a way to address its combined sewer overflows and to become one of the most sustainable cities in the country. This presentation will provide an overview of the Kansas City's Green and Water Works programs. As part of Kansas City’s federally-mandated Overflow Control Program, a 744-acre green infrastructure project is underway in one watershed to reduce combined sewer overflows. Green infrastructure is used to intercept stormwater, keeping it out of the combined sewer system, reducing the overflow and the amount of excess water that gets pumped and treated. To further enhance the green infrastructure efforts, the City is working with residents and neighbors to make improvements on their own properties by reducing water consumption and reducing the amount of stormwater that leaves a property through runoff or direct connections to the sewer system. Kansas City's project is one of the largest green infrastructure projects in the United States to reduce combined sewer overflows.
Integrated urban water management singapore's experience and lessons learnt...Global Water Partnership
Singapore faced significant water challenges as a small island nation with a high population density and rapid growth. Through integrated urban water management and a "four national taps" strategy of catchment water, imported water, NEWater, and desalination, Singapore has developed a resilient and sustainable water supply. Key lessons include treating water as a strategic issue, having a single agency manage the water loop holistically, increasing supply through various sources while managing demand, and engaging stakeholders through pricing, community programs, and industry partnerships. Singapore shares its experience through hosting the annual Singapore International Water Week to foster global collaboration.
The document discusses the Murray-Darling Basin Plan, which aims to balance environmental and consumptive water needs in the basin. It notes that significant development has led to overallocation of water, degrading the environment. The Basin Plan seeks to set sustainable diversion limits and return more water to the environment through investments while minimizing socioeconomic impacts. It describes the process of determining environmental water needs based on key assets and functions. Opportunities and constraints to implementation are also discussed.
Singapore's Response to Sanitation and Water Challengesinfosanitasi
Singapore has faced significant water challenges due to its small land area and high population density. It has developed an integrated and sustainable water management system to ensure sufficient, high-quality water supply. This includes developing four "national taps" - local catchment water, imported water, reclaimed water (NEWater), and desalinated water. Singapore has also implemented strict regulations, catchment protection measures, innovative water technologies, and community education programs to achieve its vision of sustainable water management. It continues working on research and regional cooperation to address future challenges from factors like population growth, climate change, and rising energy costs.
Presentation on "greening the gray" projects in Onondaga County, NY. Presented at the 2012 NYWEA Conference by Bob Kukenberger, Gray Infrastructure Program Manager, CDM Smith.
Integrated urban water management experiences from ethekweni municipality s...Global Water Partnership
The document discusses integrated urban water management in Ethekweni Municipality, South Africa. It outlines key principles of integrated urban water management including considering the collective impact of water processes on issues like health, environment and stakeholder satisfaction. It then provides an overview of Ethekweni Municipality, describing its population, infrastructure, challenges and opportunities. Specific integrated urban water management strategies being implemented are then discussed, including non-revenue water reduction programs, water reuse initiatives, and exploring renewable energy options.
State & Federal Regulation of Hydraulic Fracturing: A Comparative AnalysisDan Arthur
The document summarizes state and federal regulation of hydraulic fracturing, comparing approaches in different jurisdictions. It outlines key environmental issues like water sourcing, disposal, and groundwater protection. It also discusses the role of environmental non-governmental organizations in activism around shale gas development. The document reviews regulatory developments in states like Wyoming, Pennsylvania, and Ohio to address hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. It considers options for federal regulation and implications for the future of natural gas development.
Kansas City's Overflow Control Program, 2012, u.s. water alliance,urban water...U.S. Water Alliance
Kansas City has made a commitment to use green infrastructure as a way to address its combined sewer overflows and to become one of the most sustainable cities in the country. This presentation will provide an overview of the Kansas City's Green and Water Works programs. As part of Kansas City’s federally-mandated Overflow Control Program, a 744-acre green infrastructure project is underway in one watershed to reduce combined sewer overflows. Green infrastructure is used to intercept stormwater, keeping it out of the combined sewer system, reducing the overflow and the amount of excess water that gets pumped and treated. To further enhance the green infrastructure efforts, the City is working with residents and neighbors to make improvements on their own properties by reducing water consumption and reducing the amount of stormwater that leaves a property through runoff or direct connections to the sewer system. Kansas City's project is one of the largest green infrastructure projects in the United States to reduce combined sewer overflows.
The document summarizes Singapore's integrated water resource management strategies. It discusses Singapore's water challenges due to population growth and limited local water sources. Singapore now sources water from four "taps"- local catchment, imported water, NEWater (treated used water), and desalinated water. It manages water demand through conservation, pricing, and public education. It also treats and recycles used water through the Deep Tunnel Sewerage System to boost water sustainability.
This document summarizes a forum discussion about improving water quality in New York City through green infrastructure and stormwater management. It discusses the problems of combined sewer overflows dumping untreated wastewater and strategies to address this through green infrastructure, low impact development practices, and source control. Specific solutions mentioned include green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, and a stormwater utility fee. Local Law 5 requires NYC to develop a stormwater management plan focusing on these green infrastructure solutions. Examples of best management practices and a green roof tax abatement program in the Bronx are also summarized.
Dwindling availability of water, combined with increases and competition in demand, climate change impacts, trends toward true cost water pricing, among other “drivers,” necessitates that urban water planning incorporate consideration of strategies for use, conservation, and reuse of treated wastewater and stormwater. Three innovative initiatives will be discussed as illustrations of “win-win” approaches that achieve effective water management (urban water security/sustainability) while facilitating economic development.
The document discusses North Fort Bend Water Authority's considerations around direct water reuse and conservation efforts. It outlines a multi-pronged approach including water conservation programs, incentives for water reuse for irrigation, and increasing the credit provided for metered reuse. It also summarizes current conservation efforts, the potential for earning additional conversion credits through conservation, and other efforts being explored like irrigation studies. The document analyzes the potential costs and benefits of implementing water reuse projects compared to continuing groundwater use. It notes that pursuing reuse now will maximize opportunities and have less cost than retrofitting existing developments.
The project will increase property values in the surrounding neighborhood and attract new residents and businesses by preserving the natural area and providing public access to trails.
MAXIMUM POINTS - 5 POINTS
IN: Green Infrastructure and Low Impact DevelopmentSotirakou964
The document discusses low impact development (LID) and green infrastructure strategies that aim to manage stormwater runoff and emulate natural hydrologic functions. LID focuses on using distributed, small-scale stormwater controls and preserving natural areas to reduce impervious surfaces and runoff. Examples of LID strategies and benefits are provided, including reduced infrastructure costs, improved water quality, and increased property values. Case studies show LID development can yield more lots at a lower overall cost compared to conventional development.
A presentation about reducing nutrients from stormwater runoff through low-impact development/green infrastructure techniques. Presented by Rich Claytor, engineer with Horsley Witten Group, during the Buzzards Bay Coalition's 2013 Decision Makers Workshop series. Learn more at www.savebuzzardsbay.org/DecisionMakers
This document summarizes India's water policies and issues related to sustainable development. It discusses key topics like water in cities, irrigation, industrial water demand, rainwater harvesting, transforming water utilities, public-private partnerships, recycling and reuse, and sector reforms. Some of the main challenges outlined are floods and droughts, water quality issues, groundwater depletion, lack of private sector participation, and pollution. Strategies proposed to address these include improving irrigation techniques, increasing rainwater harvesting, reforming water utilities, attracting private capital to irrigation, and increasing recycling and reuse of water.
Onondaga County's Green Infrastructure "Project 50" Construction - presented to New York State Association of Transportation Engineers Conference on May 24, 2012
Rubicon Landscape Services, a non-profit landscape company, initiated a green waste recycling project to process plant debris generated by their operations into mulch. They chip 675 tons of waste annually, saving $45,000 in disposal costs. The mulch is used on their maintenance sites and installation projects. Their chipper can process 23 cubic yards of waste into 5 cubic yards of mulch per hour, significantly reducing labor costs compared to landfill disposal. The project aims to reuse 90% of plant debris and create new jobs while cutting costs and helping the environment.
This document discusses water conservation efforts in Castle Rock, Colorado. It covers education programs, regulations, rate structures, and customer assistance programs. Regarding regulations, it outlines landscape and irrigation requirements for new developments. It also discusses an individualized water rate structure that sets monthly water budgets based on property characteristics. While this approach provides customized targets, challenges include accurately determining indoor water use and irrigated property areas. Overall, the programs aim to guide customers towards more efficient water use.
Water, Land and Ecosystems - A Natural Resources Management CGIAR Research Pr...Global Water Partnership
This document proposes a new CGIAR Research Program (CRP5) to address global challenges related to water scarcity, land degradation, and loss of ecosystem services. The goal is to sustainably improve livelihoods, reduce poverty, and ensure food security through research-based solutions to these natural resource management issues. It will focus on problems related to irrigation, rainfed agriculture, pastoral lands, groundwater, and resource recovery. The program will work across scales from field to basin levels, and partner with universities, research institutions, implementation organizations, investors, and farmers to achieve impact and improve the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people over 20 years. It requests a combined budget of $78 million from CGIAR centers and
Rainwater Harvesting and Utilisation Project Managers & Implementing AgenciesK9T
This document provides an overview of rainwater harvesting and utilization. It discusses global demographic trends showing increasing urbanization and population growth, creating water scarcity issues. Rainwater harvesting provides multiple benefits like improving groundwater quality and access to water. It has grown in interest globally with initiatives promoting its implementation. The document covers concepts of rainwater harvesting systems and technology, case studies of implementations, and planning/monitoring of projects.
"Green Infrastructure to Manage Combined Sewer Overflows and Flooding" by Emi...scenichudson
"Green Infrastructure to Manage Combined Sewer Overflows and Flooding" presentation by Emily Vail of NYSDEC Hudson River Estuary Program from the 4/13/12 Columbia-Greene Revitalizing Hudson Riverfronts forum.
Albuquerque, New Mexico Rainwater Harvesting ManualD6Z
This document provides a guide for rainwater harvesting systems in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It discusses simple rainwater harvesting systems that consist of a catchment area, distribution system, and landscape holding area. The guide describes how to design and construct simple systems, including using roofing as a catchment, gutters and downspouts as a distribution system, and depressed planting beds as holding areas. It emphasizes using native and drought-tolerant plants suited to intermittent water supplies.
The document discusses sustainable site development and low impact development techniques. It provides an overview of low impact development specifics including maintaining natural hydrology, selecting appropriate green building certification credits, and using techniques like bioretention areas, vegetated swales, permeable paving, and rainwater harvesting. The summary also mentions how these techniques can help projects earn certain LEED credits for stormwater management and reducing heat island effect.
The document describes the Please Touch Community Garden project, which harvests rainwater and uses innovative stormwater management techniques. Up to 5,000 gallons of rainwater will be collected from 380 square feet of skylight roof area and stored in various rainwater harvesting systems for irrigation. A demonstration raingarden will also be installed. The project aims to improve stormwater management and provide other benefits like composting. Neighborhood residents have been involved in planning, design, and maintenance. The garden is a collaboration between the artist GK Callahan and the LightHouse for the Blind to provide leadership training.
Este documento resume la historia de Pedro Bohórquez, un aventurero español que logró hacerse coronar como Inca de los calchaquíes en 1656 engañando a los indígenas y españoles. Bohórquez ganó la confianza de los calchaquíes haciéndose pasar por el último descendiente de los incas. Convenció a los españoles de que podía someter a los indígenas y revelar la ubicación de yacimientos de metales preciosos. El gobernador del Tucumán lo reconoció
The document summarizes Denver's inclusionary zoning ordinance which requires new housing developments with 30 or more units to set aside 10% of units as affordable housing priced at 80% of the median income. It provides incentives to developers who participate, including $5,000-$10,000 per affordable unit built. The document also gives an overview of infill and brownfield development happening in Denver, such as the Gates Rubber Factory redevelopment which will include retail, offices, hotels and over 2,000 residences.
The document summarizes Singapore's integrated water resource management strategies. It discusses Singapore's water challenges due to population growth and limited local water sources. Singapore now sources water from four "taps"- local catchment, imported water, NEWater (treated used water), and desalinated water. It manages water demand through conservation, pricing, and public education. It also treats and recycles used water through the Deep Tunnel Sewerage System to boost water sustainability.
This document summarizes a forum discussion about improving water quality in New York City through green infrastructure and stormwater management. It discusses the problems of combined sewer overflows dumping untreated wastewater and strategies to address this through green infrastructure, low impact development practices, and source control. Specific solutions mentioned include green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, and a stormwater utility fee. Local Law 5 requires NYC to develop a stormwater management plan focusing on these green infrastructure solutions. Examples of best management practices and a green roof tax abatement program in the Bronx are also summarized.
Dwindling availability of water, combined with increases and competition in demand, climate change impacts, trends toward true cost water pricing, among other “drivers,” necessitates that urban water planning incorporate consideration of strategies for use, conservation, and reuse of treated wastewater and stormwater. Three innovative initiatives will be discussed as illustrations of “win-win” approaches that achieve effective water management (urban water security/sustainability) while facilitating economic development.
The document discusses North Fort Bend Water Authority's considerations around direct water reuse and conservation efforts. It outlines a multi-pronged approach including water conservation programs, incentives for water reuse for irrigation, and increasing the credit provided for metered reuse. It also summarizes current conservation efforts, the potential for earning additional conversion credits through conservation, and other efforts being explored like irrigation studies. The document analyzes the potential costs and benefits of implementing water reuse projects compared to continuing groundwater use. It notes that pursuing reuse now will maximize opportunities and have less cost than retrofitting existing developments.
The project will increase property values in the surrounding neighborhood and attract new residents and businesses by preserving the natural area and providing public access to trails.
MAXIMUM POINTS - 5 POINTS
IN: Green Infrastructure and Low Impact DevelopmentSotirakou964
The document discusses low impact development (LID) and green infrastructure strategies that aim to manage stormwater runoff and emulate natural hydrologic functions. LID focuses on using distributed, small-scale stormwater controls and preserving natural areas to reduce impervious surfaces and runoff. Examples of LID strategies and benefits are provided, including reduced infrastructure costs, improved water quality, and increased property values. Case studies show LID development can yield more lots at a lower overall cost compared to conventional development.
A presentation about reducing nutrients from stormwater runoff through low-impact development/green infrastructure techniques. Presented by Rich Claytor, engineer with Horsley Witten Group, during the Buzzards Bay Coalition's 2013 Decision Makers Workshop series. Learn more at www.savebuzzardsbay.org/DecisionMakers
This document summarizes India's water policies and issues related to sustainable development. It discusses key topics like water in cities, irrigation, industrial water demand, rainwater harvesting, transforming water utilities, public-private partnerships, recycling and reuse, and sector reforms. Some of the main challenges outlined are floods and droughts, water quality issues, groundwater depletion, lack of private sector participation, and pollution. Strategies proposed to address these include improving irrigation techniques, increasing rainwater harvesting, reforming water utilities, attracting private capital to irrigation, and increasing recycling and reuse of water.
Onondaga County's Green Infrastructure "Project 50" Construction - presented to New York State Association of Transportation Engineers Conference on May 24, 2012
Rubicon Landscape Services, a non-profit landscape company, initiated a green waste recycling project to process plant debris generated by their operations into mulch. They chip 675 tons of waste annually, saving $45,000 in disposal costs. The mulch is used on their maintenance sites and installation projects. Their chipper can process 23 cubic yards of waste into 5 cubic yards of mulch per hour, significantly reducing labor costs compared to landfill disposal. The project aims to reuse 90% of plant debris and create new jobs while cutting costs and helping the environment.
This document discusses water conservation efforts in Castle Rock, Colorado. It covers education programs, regulations, rate structures, and customer assistance programs. Regarding regulations, it outlines landscape and irrigation requirements for new developments. It also discusses an individualized water rate structure that sets monthly water budgets based on property characteristics. While this approach provides customized targets, challenges include accurately determining indoor water use and irrigated property areas. Overall, the programs aim to guide customers towards more efficient water use.
Water, Land and Ecosystems - A Natural Resources Management CGIAR Research Pr...Global Water Partnership
This document proposes a new CGIAR Research Program (CRP5) to address global challenges related to water scarcity, land degradation, and loss of ecosystem services. The goal is to sustainably improve livelihoods, reduce poverty, and ensure food security through research-based solutions to these natural resource management issues. It will focus on problems related to irrigation, rainfed agriculture, pastoral lands, groundwater, and resource recovery. The program will work across scales from field to basin levels, and partner with universities, research institutions, implementation organizations, investors, and farmers to achieve impact and improve the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people over 20 years. It requests a combined budget of $78 million from CGIAR centers and
Rainwater Harvesting and Utilisation Project Managers & Implementing AgenciesK9T
This document provides an overview of rainwater harvesting and utilization. It discusses global demographic trends showing increasing urbanization and population growth, creating water scarcity issues. Rainwater harvesting provides multiple benefits like improving groundwater quality and access to water. It has grown in interest globally with initiatives promoting its implementation. The document covers concepts of rainwater harvesting systems and technology, case studies of implementations, and planning/monitoring of projects.
"Green Infrastructure to Manage Combined Sewer Overflows and Flooding" by Emi...scenichudson
"Green Infrastructure to Manage Combined Sewer Overflows and Flooding" presentation by Emily Vail of NYSDEC Hudson River Estuary Program from the 4/13/12 Columbia-Greene Revitalizing Hudson Riverfronts forum.
Albuquerque, New Mexico Rainwater Harvesting ManualD6Z
This document provides a guide for rainwater harvesting systems in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It discusses simple rainwater harvesting systems that consist of a catchment area, distribution system, and landscape holding area. The guide describes how to design and construct simple systems, including using roofing as a catchment, gutters and downspouts as a distribution system, and depressed planting beds as holding areas. It emphasizes using native and drought-tolerant plants suited to intermittent water supplies.
The document discusses sustainable site development and low impact development techniques. It provides an overview of low impact development specifics including maintaining natural hydrology, selecting appropriate green building certification credits, and using techniques like bioretention areas, vegetated swales, permeable paving, and rainwater harvesting. The summary also mentions how these techniques can help projects earn certain LEED credits for stormwater management and reducing heat island effect.
The document describes the Please Touch Community Garden project, which harvests rainwater and uses innovative stormwater management techniques. Up to 5,000 gallons of rainwater will be collected from 380 square feet of skylight roof area and stored in various rainwater harvesting systems for irrigation. A demonstration raingarden will also be installed. The project aims to improve stormwater management and provide other benefits like composting. Neighborhood residents have been involved in planning, design, and maintenance. The garden is a collaboration between the artist GK Callahan and the LightHouse for the Blind to provide leadership training.
Este documento resume la historia de Pedro Bohórquez, un aventurero español que logró hacerse coronar como Inca de los calchaquíes en 1656 engañando a los indígenas y españoles. Bohórquez ganó la confianza de los calchaquíes haciéndose pasar por el último descendiente de los incas. Convenció a los españoles de que podía someter a los indígenas y revelar la ubicación de yacimientos de metales preciosos. El gobernador del Tucumán lo reconoció
The document summarizes Denver's inclusionary zoning ordinance which requires new housing developments with 30 or more units to set aside 10% of units as affordable housing priced at 80% of the median income. It provides incentives to developers who participate, including $5,000-$10,000 per affordable unit built. The document also gives an overview of infill and brownfield development happening in Denver, such as the Gates Rubber Factory redevelopment which will include retail, offices, hotels and over 2,000 residences.
The 2012 budget proposal for the Consolidated City of Indianapolis, Marion County funds critical public safety operations without tax increases or borrowing. It maintains funding levels for public safety agencies like police and fire while reducing spending 6% for other departments. Key features include seeking $40 million from a tax increment financing district for infrastructure work and $4 million from the Capital Improvements Board for Super Bowl costs. All departments must find savings to address a $64 million budget challenge in the face of declining tax revenues.
Integrating nature's resources for a sustainable site saves money and improves our environment. Rather than minimizing impact, the landscape is one of the few activities that improves the environment. Landscapes filter our air and water, sequesters carbon, creates oxygen and reduces our our heating and cooling needs.
Recognizing sustainability as merely reducing energy waste, recycling, or conserving water is a common misconception. In truth, the greatest impact on the environment you can make is right in your own backyard. In this session, discover how to grow and prosper in the rapidly developing field of sustainable site development.
“Through the increase use of landscapes we can actually improve our environment," said Barrett. “and through increased awareness of landscapes as a functional part of our community, we can improve our water systems, cleanse our air, and create a better environment for plants, animals and people.” In his presentation, Barrett will explain just how essential some of these tools are to efficiently utilizing and managing resources.
Learning Objectives
• Understanding that stormwater is the largest source of water pollution in the United States
• Sustainability starts with the landscape. Developing a functional landscape is the most effective and efficient means of remediating the environment.
• Combining "green infrastructure" with existing, conventional "gray infrastructure," as well as combining new technology with old technology creating a sustainable future.
Dr. Ronald G. Shapiro is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. He provides medical services as a doctor in Indianapolis. The document lists Dr. Ronald G. Shapiro's name and location in Indianapolis, Indiana.
This powerpoint is a persuasive agrument for why you and yours should move to Boulder, Colorado. The slides touch on all major areas--quality of life, jobs, food, prairie dogs. I love to make slide shows like this. They're great for convincing loved ones! Please let me know if I can make one for your target city!
The CAWT's Dr. Gordon Balch's presentation to the Ontario Association of Sewage Industry Services (OASIS) from October 2014.
Treatment Options for Wastewaters Collected from On-Site Systems
Environmental Indicators: Measuring Urban Development in Mountains of India. Presented by Kashinath Vajpai at the "Perth II: Global Change and the World's Mountains" conference in Perth, Scotland in September 2010.
The North Kootenai Water and Sewer District serves over 4,000 customers across 15 small communities in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho through its two surface water treatment plants and one water reclamation plant. The district also provides water and wastewater services to Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club, a 600-acre golf course community built on solid basalt that was challenging to construct pipes through. Gozzer Ranch's surface water treatment plant draws water from Coeur d'Alene Lake through four pumps, filters it through four slow sand beds, and stores it in a 150,000 gallon reservoir. Its water reclamation plant serves 583 homes through a membrane bioreactor system and ultraviolet
The document discusses California's efforts to regulate stormwater runoff from new construction projects using a watershed management approach. It acknowledges the challenges of population growth putting pressure on water resources. Low impact development techniques are promoted to mimic natural hydrologic processes and protect water quality. However, over-engineered solutions risk overlooking soils and overall watershed health. The regulatory framework is continuing to evolve from a focus on runoff volume to consideration of additional hydrologic factors and outcomes related to beneficial uses.
Presentation made at Water Talks on September 13, 2011. Principal Water Resources Specialist at the city of San Diego, Cathy Pieroni, provided a presentation on the demonstration indirect potable reuse project currently underway.
Introduction to Rainharvesting Greywater Reuse Water-Efficient Gardening - Ne...Farica46m
The document provides information on rainwater harvesting, greywater reuse, and water-efficient gardening. It discusses:
- Using rainwater to reduce reliance on city water supply and costs, as well as emissions.
- Tank types and sizing tanks based on end use of the water.
- Methods to keep harvested rainwater clean like screening, first-flush diverters, and floatint intakes.
- Pumping, filtration and UV sterilization systems to clean greywater for reuse.
- Legal requirements for rainwater harvesting and greywater systems.
- Planting water-wise species and using mulch and compost to reduce water needs in gardens.
The document summarizes a field trip to various locations in Lebanon to assess water self-sufficiency opportunities for a village called the Rock Village. The team visited organizations like ICARDA and the Litani Water Administration to learn about sustainable agriculture, water infrastructure challenges, and potential partnerships. Based on their findings, the team proposes plans to improve rainwater collection, implement waterless sanitation, and develop sustainable agriculture at the Rock Village to increase water and energy independence.
This document summarizes a study on stormwater impacts to McVicar Creek. The study aimed to: identify impacts; characterize them through a stream assessment; identify 3 representative sites; pursue further research; and develop remediation recommendations. The initial assessment identified 3 sites - Court Street, Castlegreen, and County Fair - for further study. Additional data collection and stakeholder workshops were held. The workshops developed stormwater management objectives and site-specific recommendations. For Court Street, increased enforcement and education were recommended. For Castlegreen, investigating infrastructure and partnering with local groups. For County Fair, educating landowners and considering end-of-pipe solutions were recommended. The final recommendations emphasized objectives and further stakeholder
This document summarizes a public meeting held by the Central Water District on July 12, 2012. It introduced the board and staff members, discussed the district's current water shortage problems, and proposed solutions to address these issues including investing in Chatfield Reservoir, purchasing additional senior water rights, and developing new gravel pit storage projects. The estimated total cost of these proposed solutions is $60 million, which would result in a property tax increase of $1.26 per month for a home valued at $100,000. Public input was solicited on next steps.
Presentation at the 2011 USGBC Illinois Chapter Credential Maintenance Day by Rob Young and Scott Bowman. Using the LEED Platinum Wellmark BCBS Headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa as a case study, the presenters provide factors related to rainwater capture systems, how LEED credits relate, demonstrate the system from design through start-up, and discusses pros and cons of rainwater capture and flushing systems.
GREATER CLEVELAND AREA - NORTHEAST OHIO REGIONAL SEWER DISTRICTU.S. Water Alliance
NEORSD is guiding Cleveland and 61 surrounding communities through two significant wet weather issues – CSOs and stormwater – at a time when Northeast Ohio is losing population and gaining vacancy. NEORSD is approaching these issues with multi-benefit, multi-partner programs that provide maximum value for regional investment. This presentation focuses on Project Clean Lake – NEORSD’s 25-year, $3 billion program to address CSOs with an emphasis on optimizing the mix of cost-effective gray and green infrastructure to achieve a 98% level of CSO capture. Partners will discuss early action green infrastructure projects and NEORSD’s regional approach to stormwater management and CSO control.
WWE CH-4 Planning for wastewater treatment and its reclamation.pptxTadviDevarshi
Indian standards for disposal of treated wastewaters on land and in natural streams, Agricultural irrigation, Ground water recharge, Treated wastewater reclamation and reuse, Introduction to duckweed pond, vermiculture and root zone technology for wastewater treatment, Special treatments, Recent technologies of treatment.
A presentation about comprehensive wastewater planning at the town level. Presented by Dr. Robert Duncanson, Chatham Health & Environment Director, during the Buzzards Bay Coalition's 2013 Decision Makers Workshop series. Learn more at www.savebuzzardsbay.org/DecisionMakers
All Things Trinity, All Things ConservationTrinity Waters
The document discusses the Trinity River in Texas, including its history of pollution, current water quality issues, and efforts through programs like the Trinity River Basin Restoration Initiative to improve habitat, water quality, and connections between rural and urban communities in the watershed through outreach, best management practices, and funding for conservation projects. Key challenges include population growth, habitat loss, and water quality problems from bacteria and other pollutants impairing segments of the river.
This document discusses economic evaluation methods for water resources and presents a case study on prioritizing water management problems in Nigeria. It summarizes the following:
- It describes various economic evaluation methods like cost-benefit analysis and different valuation techniques to measure the total economic value of water resources.
- It outlines a study that identified and prioritized water management challenges in North Central Nigeria through stakeholder consultations and a Rapid Impact Assessment Matrix approach. Inadequate funding and data for planning were among the top issues.
- It also summarizes a contingent valuation survey that estimated the total economic value of restoring ecosystem services in an impaired river basin at $21/month per household on average.
The document discusses the design and operation of domestic wastewater treatment plants. It covers the objectives of wastewater treatment and describes the major unit processes involved, including preliminary treatment to remove solids, primary treatment using sedimentation to remove settleable solids, secondary biological treatment using activated sludge to reduce organic matter, and advanced treatment methods to remove nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus. The key operational parameters for activated sludge treatment like solids retention time and oxygen requirements are also summarized.
Water Technology Markets: Key opportunities emerging trends - Global Water In...Eva Davies
This is a BlueTech Tracker http://www.bluetechtracker.com/ presentation about investment opportunities in emerging water technologies. The presentation was made at Global Water Intelligence (GWI) 2009 by Paul O'Callaghan CEO of O2 Environmental founding company of BlueTech Tracker.
This document discusses initiatives by the City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management to improve the Proctor Creek Watershed. It outlines activities such as collecting water quality data, developing a watershed improvement plan, implementing best management practices and green infrastructure projects, and partnering with the EPA through the Urban Waters Federal Partnership to revitalize the watershed and surrounding communities. Specific projects discussed include installing a green street on Boone Boulevard using EPA grant funding and InvestAtlanta funding, and remediating contaminated soil at Mimms Park to allow for green infrastructure and park amenities.
This document summarizes a panel discussion on the challenges facing the Falls Lake watershed in North Carolina. It discusses the history of water quality issues in Falls Lake, the development of consensus principles to address nutrient management, and the reconfiguration of the Upper Neuse River Basin Association to help member jurisdictions comply with regulatory requirements. The panel examines the roles of adaptive management and science in reexamining the nutrient reduction goals, and the political factors that could influence the Falls Lake nutrient strategy.
This document discusses using technology and computing to improve energy efficiency. It notes that while making computing itself more energy efficient provides a 2% opportunity, using computing to enable energy savings outside of IT offers a much larger 98% opportunity, such as through smart grids for water utilities that combine innovative technologies like moisture sensors, remote sensing, and crowd-sourced data to better understand impacts on water quality.
This document summarizes a panel discussion on the challenges facing the Falls Lake watershed in North Carolina. It discusses the history of water quality issues in Falls Lake leading to stringent nutrient reduction requirements. The Upper Neuse River Basin Association (UNRBA) was refocused to help members meet these requirements through collaborative efforts like developing nutrient credits and an adaptive monitoring program. While making progress towards its goals, the UNRBA still faces challenges in balancing ecological science with public policy given the large costs of compliance.
This document provides an overview of the Edwards Aquifer, which supplies water to cities like San Antonio and supports endangered species. It notes the aquifer responds directly to pumping and recharge. There are increasing demands on the aquifer from municipal, agricultural, and industrial use that have led to lawsuits to protect spring flows and endangered species. Legal challenges have established minimum spring flow rates and established the Edwards Aquifer Authority to set withdrawal limits and regulate pumping versus spring flows.
The document discusses Target Field, the home stadium of the Minnesota Twins baseball team. It notes that outsiders may see fans as indifferent but they are just happy to be looking at the green grass. It also mentions that the stadium received LEED Silver certification, was built on a dense urban site, and over 40% of fans arrive via public transportation. The grass is kept above 36 degrees through a 41 mile tubing system heated by a nearby power plant so that games can be played.
The document discusses Dwane Jones, director of the Center for Sustainable Development at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC). The center provides research and education in areas like sustainable infrastructure and urban economics. It aims to integrate urban agriculture and urban stormwater management through projects, educational programs, and partnerships. The goals are to promote local food production, stormwater management, job creation, and public health improvements.
This document summarizes a presentation about opportunities for water reuse and the challenges of developing recycled water projects. It notes that there are over 90 recycled water project locations in development across 14 states, representing 890,000 acre-feet per year of additional water and $6.4 billion in projected costs. However, the projects require around $2.8 billion in additional financial assistance from state and federal sources to be completed. The presentation argues that a 50% cost share partnership would allow projects to be financially viable and completed more quickly, helping to address water shortages in many areas of the western United States.
This document discusses Kansas City's commitment to using the Envision sustainability rating system to evaluate civil infrastructure projects. The Envision system includes a self-assessment checklist, rating tool, credential program, and project evaluation program to help cities address sustainability across the triple bottom line of economic, social and environmental factors. Kansas City plans to use Envision as a guide for sustainability decisions on projects, empower staff to become Envision-accredited, and establish internal Envision specialists to implement the philosophy on existing and future projects.
Bruce Roll Urban and Rural Partnerships OWLS 14 PresentationU.S. Water Alliance
The document discusses partnerships between urban and rural areas in the Tualatin Watershed to address water quality and ecological needs through a community restoration program. It notes the importance of weaving existing local, state, and federal resources together to maximize benefits, ensuring most funds go directly to projects, and taking a watershed scale approach through voluntary incentive programs, restoration, efficiency, and conservation efforts across farms, cities, and individual actions. Goals include investing over $14 million from 2004 to 2018 from various public and private funding sources.
This document discusses precision conservation landscape analysis to save the Chesapeake's great rivers and special places. It aims to incorporate data to target conservation and restoration efforts, identify hotspots, direct outreach and funding, and design best management practices based on the landscape. The goal is to apply the right conservation practices in the most effective locations to maximize positive impacts.
EAHCP and Spring Cities Regional Asset Preservation in ActionU.S. Water Alliance
The document discusses the Comal and San Marcos Springs in Texas, which are major sources of river flows to Gulf of Mexico bays and estuaries. The springs are home to endangered species and are cultural and economic assets for the regions. Spring communities have developed HCP work plans to restore and improve habitat, mitigate the effects of recreation, and implement practices to protect water quality and flows to the springs. The plans include removing invasive plants and fish, stabilizing banks, contour terracing for erosion control, and delineating protected scientific study areas.
This document outlines Los Angeles' plan to increase local water supplies and decrease reliance on imported water through their LA's Water Reliability 2025 initiative. The plan combines groundwater remediation efforts with expanding local water supply programs, including capturing more stormwater runoff through both centralized projects and distributed, smaller-scale projects. The plan estimates that these local water supply expansion efforts could yield over 163,000 acre-feet per year of new local water at a total capital cost of $1.7 billion, reducing dependence on imported water and providing water reliability, economic, and environmental benefits.
The document lists several alternatives that involve different combinations of locations including parks, golf courses, rail yards, channels, and washes. Alternative 10 includes 5 locations. Alternative 13 includes those same 5 locations plus 2 additional channels and a river. Alternative 16 includes the locations from Alternative 13 plus 3 more areas. Alternative 20 contains the most locations, listing 12 different areas in total.
The document lists several alternatives that involve different combinations of 10 locations: Pollywog Park, Bette Davis Park, Los Feliz Golf Course, Taylor Yard, Taylor Yard Channel, Arroyo Seco, Piggyback Yard, Reach 5 Widening, Piggy Back Yard Channel, Reach 2 Widening, Verdugo Wash, and Cornfields. Alternative 10 includes 5 locations, Alternative 13 includes 6 locations, Alternative 16 includes 8 locations, and Alternative 20 includes 11 locations, with each subsequent alternative adding more areas to the combination.
The document discusses green-blue infrastructure initiatives in Los Angeles to manage stormwater runoff. It outlines watershed planning efforts and the use of green infrastructure like rainwater harvesting, green streets, and low impact development to improve water quality, increase supply, and provide other benefits. Examples of existing and planned projects are provided, like the South LA Wetlands Park and various stormwater capture facilities, demonstrating how stormwater can be utilized as a resource.
The document discusses strategies for increasing local water sources in Los Angeles from 11% today to 37% by 2035. It notes barriers to adopting more local water such as costs, lack of understanding of returns, and public distrust of government projects. It then highlights several projects that help overcome these barriers by putting people and communities at the center, such as native landscaping, greenways, permeable streets, school gardens, and playground improvements. Before and after photos of school projects show transformations that help engage the public.
The City of Los Angeles is working to comply with stormwater permit requirements and address 22 Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) impacting the city through watershed planning and four Enhanced Watershed Management Plans. The plans outline best management practices like green infrastructure to meet water quality milestones and permit obligations by leveraging resources and coordinating with stakeholders. Stormwater can be viewed as a water resource, and the plans present an opportunity to augment water supplies in a cost-effective and sustainable manner.
The document discusses challenges facing Los Angeles's water infrastructure including an increasing population, aging systems, and dependency on imported water. It outlines Los Angeles's approach through an Integrated Resources Plan to address these challenges through a regional, watershed-based approach involving stakeholder collaboration. Key aspects of the implementation discussed include expanding water conservation, stormwater management through projects like creek and park restoration, and increasing recycled water with a goal of 59,000 acre-feet per year by 2035 through projects like groundwater recharge. The plan has helped build partnerships and launch numerous sustainability programs.
The Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County have a long history of water reuse and operate 11 wastewater treatment plants that treat over 500 million gallons per day of wastewater. Approximately 200 million gallons per day of treated water is recycled for reuse purposes, with the number of reuse sites increasing. Challenges for recycled water distribution include the high cost of infrastructure and balancing daily and seasonal supply and demand.
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3. Purpose
To promote the national dialogue on resource recovery and
green infrastructure
Conference Learning Objectives
At the end of this presentation you will be able to:
• Define the range of benefits of green infrastructure practices
• Identify barriers and costs to implementation of these practices
• Evaluate options and opportunities for funding, financing, and valuing green
infrastructure
• Develop practical actions that government, communities, and others can
implement to promote adoption of green infrastructure solutions
4. Agenda
• Who We Are “To provide wastewater transmission
• What We Do and treatment services to member
municipalities and special connectors
Reclaim water in compliance with federal, state, and
• How We Do It county laws in the most efficient and
cost-effective means possible.”
Innovations
approach
Advance best
practices
Communicate Obligation to reclaim/clean water
Obligation to do it cost-effectively
and collaborate
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5. Who We Are
Metro District
• 50-year old Northern Treatment
Plant
single-purpose
special district
• 59 Connectors Robert
W. Hite
Treatment
22 Member Facility
Municipalities
• 36-Director
appointed Board
• 359 full-time staff
• 1.7 million people in
Metro District service area map
715 square miles with Connectors indicated in color
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6. What We Do
Reclaim Water & Return It to the Water Cycle
South Platte River
Classifications
• Agriculture
• Aquatic life
• Drinking
water supply
• Recreation
6 South Platte River Basin
7. Reclaimed Means Very Clean –
Effluent-Dominated Waters
• Hite Facility effluent = 85% of South Platte River flow
for 9 months of the year
• “Headwaters” for downstream water supplies
(recycled water; source water)
7 Hite Facility outfall
8. How We Do It
Metro District Facilities
Transmission System Robert W. Hite Treatment Facility
8 New Northern Treatment Plant METROGRO Farm
9. Facilities
Transmission System
• 230 miles
• 43 interceptors
4-inch to 90-inch diameter
Oldest from 1890
• 4 lift stations and force mains
• 3,900 manholes Brantner Gulch Lift Station in Thornton
• 97 metering facilities
• Sanitary sewer –
Not a combined sewer
(no storm water)
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10. Facilities
Robert W. Hite Treatment Facility
• 130 million 8 Effluent Discharge to South Platte River
6 Disinfection Facilities
gallons/day 7 Dechlorination Building
• 76 dry tons/day N
biosolids
• 314-acre site
• Activated sludge
process
• Secured facility
• 24/7/365 operation South Platte River
York Street
Hite Facility processes
3 Primary Clarifiers 1 Bar Screen Building
4 Aeration Basins 2 Grit Basins
5 Secondary Clarifiers 4 Solids Processing
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11. Facilities
METROGRO Farm
• Acquired 1993–1995
• 52,000 acres
• 70 miles east of Denver
• 100% of Class B biosolids
beneficially reused
Registered fertilizer and soil
amendment – METROGRO®
+195 private farms in 5 counties
+Private composter (~7%)
• In-House Resources
~18 truckloads/day/6 days/week
140-mile round trip average
Vehicle maintenance
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12. Facilities
New Northern Treatment Plant
• North of Denver,
on South Platte River
• 90-acre site
• Phase 1 construction
2012–2015
300,000 residents served in
5 cities
24 million gallons/day
• 7 miles of pipe
• $466 million capital cost
estimate
Rendering of Phase 1 (2015)
12 and Buildout (after 2045)
13. Approach
Why Innovate?
1970s family
Regulatory
Modern Family
• Cost incentives South Platte River
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• Because we have the ability
14. Advance Water Quality Science Approach
In Policymaking
• South Platte Water Quality Model
Since 1981 – Segment 15
Accepted basis for discharge permit limitations
1992, 2003, 2008 Hite Facility Discharge
Permits
1997 dissolved oxygen standard
2012 Nutrient Rulemaking Hite Facility outfall
2013 Discharge Permit
Nutrients
Temperature
• Barr Lake-Milton Reservoir
Total Maximum Daily Load
Identified non-point phosphorus sources
Support appropriate waste load allocation for
14 District Barr Lake
15. Improve Water Quality and Approach
Aquatic Life Habitat
Constructed
backwater
pool
Additional
studies
MOU Assessment
Memorandum of
Amendment 1 presented to
Nitrification Understanding
• Study other regulators
Alternatives with regulators aquatic
Study • Site-specific Aquatic • 6 phases over
life/habitat
20 years
• Instream standards improvements Life/Habitat
reaeration • Two habitat rather than Assessment MOU Phase 1 Phase 2
structures improvements build the two initiated Amendment 2 completed completed
1990 1997 2004 2005 2006 2009 2012
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16. Approach
Biosolids Management History
• Heat Drying/Incineration
• Lime Stabilization/Landfill
• Dedicated Land Disposal
• Composting
• Land Application
Regulation
Technology
Implementation
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17. Approach
Biosolids Management Program
Class B Land Application
Land apply 93% of annual
production
METROGRO Farm
Private farms
6 days/week
Approx 18 truckloads/day
140 mile round-trip average
>300 active sites
(320 acres in size)
Nutrient loading-based
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18. Groundwater Protection Approach
USGS Monitoring Program
• June 1997 Elbert County
biosolids ban
• 1998 Intergovernmental
Agreement (IGA)
6-year Independent Monitoring
Program with U.S. Geological
Survey (USGS)
• 2004 IGA
7-year Independent Monitoring
Program with USGS
• 2012 IGA Informational board
11-year, Monitoring Program
No USGS requirement
USGS proposal selected
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19. Approach
Technology and Innovation
• Bio-P pilot
Uses existing tanks/facilities
Water Environment Research
Foundation involvement
Downstream monitoring
indicates success
• Deammonification evaluation
Taking advantage of two
organisms that work well together
Fits well with existing
infrastructure and future direction
Significant efficiency opportunity
19 Technology is new in United States
20. Approach
Innovation Approach
Demand Side
Institutional Capacity
Technology
Production
Aeration
basin
Supply Side
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21. Approach
Technology Innovation
Picture of
Endress-
Hauser
Monitor
Instrumentation
Process modeling
Aeration control
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22. Participation in Research and Approach
Innovation
• Local – District initiatives
• Local – Universities
• National (Water Environment
Research Foundation)
Knowledge areas
Research program management
Research project support: Aquatic life monitoring
Waterborne Pathogens and Human Health Program
Trace Organic Compound Indicator Removal During Conventional
Wastewater Treatment
Linking Receiving Water Impacts to Sources and to Water Quality
Management Decisions: Using Nutrients as an Initial Case Study
Nutrient Recovery in the Global Water Industry
Energy Balance and Reduction Opportunities, Case Studies of Energy-
Neutral Wastewater Facilities and Triple Bottom Line (TBL) Research
Planning Support
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Demonstration of Membrane Zero Liquid Discharge
24. Best Practices
Cost-Effective Operations
• Preventive maintenance
• Performance-based operations
Performance metrics tracking on chemicals
Units in service based on treatment
capacity needs
Aeration energy reduction strategies
Manhole inspection
Predictive operations using process models
• Capacity firming
Assure treatment capability
24 Microthrix Parvicella
25. Best Practices
Sustainable Practices
• Beneficial reuse of biosolids
• Reuse of methane gas for heat and electricity on
Hite Facility
• Energy Optimization
Program
• Green fleet,
other practices
• Sustainability Return
on Investment tool
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26. Communication
Communicate and Collaborate
• Local Workgroups
Barr Lake and Milton Reservoir
Watershed Association
Colorado Water Quality Forum
Workgroups
• National Committees
NACWA Money Matters Task Force
Milton Reservoir algae
Congressional testimony and stakeholders
• District Manager on Boards of Directors:
US Water Alliance
Vice-Chair – Water Environment Research Foundation
Chair – National Biosolids Partnership Steering Committee
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27. Communication
Outreach
• Website, education, tours, news media
• Northern Treatment Plant Visitor’s Center
• Citizens’ Participation Group/Farm communities
• University programs
Maymester at
University of Colorado
• Presentations
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28. This concludes the educational content of this activity.
Questions
Steve Rogowski
Metro Wastewater Reclamation District
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