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Project #360

Algae Detection and Removal Strategies for Drinking Water Treatment Plants

$447,892
Completed
Principal Investigator
Detlef
Knappe
Research Manager
Emerson S Lomaquahu
Contractor
North Carolina State University
Constituents of Emerging Concern (CECs)
Treatment
Water Quality
Final Report

Abstract

Provides guidelines for optimizing the removal of algae and their extracellular organic matter by conventional water treatment processes. Identifies analytical measurements and testing procedures to predict and monitor the impact of algae on water treatment processes and finished water quality. Published in 2004.