Long Time Simulations and Analysis of Future Scenarios for Design and Benefit Cost Analysis of Small Hydropower in Water Distribution Systems

Sitzenfrei, Robert; Leon, J. von; Rauch, Wolfgang

doi:10.1061/9780784413548.043

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“…The use of a limited number of 'models' to generate future scenarios for analysis simplifies the method and enables it to become more readily quantifiable; however, it also reduces the amount to which interdependencies can be explored and accounted for in a highly interconnected system. For example, Sitzenfrei et al [35] develop scenarios based on expected changes and a more hypothetical future; however, the impact of variables is considered separately and, exacerbating this limitation, the combined impact of multiple factors is not discussed.…”

Section: Defining the Timescalementioning

confidence: 99%

“…The alternative to a participatory method is the use of quantitative analysis, simulation and modelling [8,9,[32][33][34][35][36]38,40,41,43,[46][47][48][49]52,54,56,58]. Additionally, Blair et al [48] propose a combination of approaches, with quantitative modelling used to form a baseline that can then be informed and refined by local knowledge utilising participatory techniques.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Additionally, Blair et al [48] propose a combination of approaches, with quantitative modelling used to form a baseline that can then be informed and refined by local knowledge utilising participatory techniques. In cases where the focus is on water resource management, methods based on demand metrics and supply and demand modelling are frequently used [32,33,35,[37][38][39][40][41][42]49]. Furthermore Hunt et al [71] propose the use of Mass Flow Analysis (MFA) to generate potential flow rates from rainwater harvesting systems.…”

Section: Reliance On Datamentioning

confidence: 99%

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Gazing into the Crystal Ball: A Review of Futures Analysis to Promote Environmental Justice in the UK Water Industry

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Water is a vital and multifunctional resource for our society, economy and ecosystems; thus, how water is managed now and into the future has wide-reaching consequences. Sustainable water management and environmental justice therefore become key topics; a discussion of these terms is explored in the context of the UK water industry, which provides the focus for this study. This systematic review explores how considerations of the future have been applied in water research. The literature is reviewed with respect to (1) defining the end goal, (2) the use of futures analysis and (3) possible evaluation methods, including a discussion on the boundaries applied to each of the studies. A growing body of research associated with decision-making applying future scenarios was identified. However, the methods of application varied substantially, with holistic analyses largely lacking. The formulation of methods appears to be specific to the goal that is sought as well as the cultural influence of the region in which the analysis was developed and deployed. This paper presents a case for the visualisation of catchment characteristics and interdependencies to enable transparency in decision-making. This should reflect not only the current system but also a range of potential futures to enable appraisal of impacts.

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Section: Defining the Timescalementioning

confidence: 99%