Stakeholders’ attitude towards the reuse of treated wastewater for irrigation in Mediterranean agriculture

Saliba, Ramy; Callieris, Roberta; D’Agostino, Daniela; Roma, Rocco; Scardigno, Alessandra

doi:10.1016/j.agwat.2018.03.036

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“…However, some weaknesses have been identified when farmers have to validate this technical progress: fragmentation in policy and regulation measures, limited long-term strategic planning, lack of demonstration when developing wastewater projects, and inadequate community participation [137]. In line with our findings, a recent study conducted by Saliba et al [138] reinforces the idea that acceptance of wastewater cannot be achieved simply by technological innovation able to reduce environmental and health risks (as assessed by some experts). Furthermore, recent studies have illustrated that the inclusion of reclaimed wastewater as part of the water cycle is a more significant driver of public and farmers' acceptance than insisting in justifying the need for wastewater reuse as a solution to water scarcity scenarios or food security issues [139].…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 86%

Risk-Yuck Factor Nexus in Reclaimed Wastewater for Irrigation: Comparing Farmers’ Attitudes and Public Perception

Ricart

Rico

Palom

2019

Water

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The successes and failures of water reuse schemes are shaped by complex interrelationships between technological, economic, and socio-political factors. However, it has long been recognized that the main challenges to more effective water management are largely social rather than technical. This article reviews the recent literature (2007–2017) to analyze driving factors associated with farmers’ concerns and public perception of reclaimed wastewater for irrigation. The aim of the paper is to synthetize how both environmental and health risks and the yuck factor could be addressed in order to promote mutual understanding between farmers and the public. Results show: (1) how farmers and the public perceive environmental and health risks in a similar way, (2) how the yuck factor is more noticeable for the public than farmers, and (3) how constructed wetlands, reclaimed water exchange consortiums, product certification, and direct site visits to water reuse infrastructure could be promoted in order to foster understanding between farmers and the public. The article concludes by providing key research questions for managers and public authorities relating to how to focus on the study of technical and social issues related to water reuse.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 86%

Risk-Yuck Factor Nexus in Reclaimed Wastewater for Irrigation: Comparing Farmers’ Attitudes and Public Perception

Ricart

Rico

Palom

2019

Water

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“…In this regard, more research is needed in the field of innovative monitoring systems capable of facilitating continuous and instantaneous quality checks and recording performance data. Lastly, as reported in [21], although farmers' acceptance of reclaimed urban wastewater does not seem to be a problem, they would only use such a source at a lower price (tariff) than current conventional irrigation water sources.…”

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confidence: 88%

“…Under the best economic conditions, there appears to be no difference between the two hypotheses for reclaimed wastewater reuse in agriculture. On the contrary, with a primary temperature of 15 • C, the total economically feasible volume decreases by 30% (21,380,278 m 3 ) in the case of new irrigated land (Hypothesis I) and by 12% in the case of reclaimed urban wastewater intended to preserve groundwater from saltwater intrusion (Hypothesis II). Finally, the filtration process makes the biggest difference in volume.…”

Section: Reclaimed Urban Wastewater: Economically Feasible and Readilmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Water reuse projects may fail for various reasons. One is the lack of popular support, because the perceived risk of poor water quality leads to problems with acceptance [20,21]. In developing countries the local capacity to utilise suitable technologies is a crucial problem, as treated wastewater can also be a source of pathogenic organisms and potentially hazardous chemical substances [7].…”

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Assessing Reclaimed Urban Wastewater for Reuse in Agriculture: Technical and Economic Concerns for Mediterranean Regions

Giannoccaro

Arborea

Gennaro

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Water

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Direct reuse of treated wastewater can offer a realistic supply alternative for irrigation in Mediterranean areas. In this study, we conducted a spatial cost-benefit analysis to quantify and locate the volume of technically and economically feasible and readily available reclaimed urban wastewater. We considered the case of Puglia (Italy) and the results are discussed in terms of the implications for policy-making and pointing out future research needs. The results showed that the main technical barrier is the shortness of the irrigation season. On the other hand, the main economic concern is related to filtration followed by lack of conveyance systems. While our results are based on estimates, future research should try to include practical experiments based on actual data. Further research should also address the issue of transaction costs by establishing the obligations of wastewater treatment plants to deliver reclaimed water to farmers.

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“…In terms of demand, the success of this practice depends on public acceptance and involvement [65], and water quality is an important concern for the utilization of reclaimed water [37]. erefore, to promote the reuse of wastewater, WWTPs and the agency of reclaimed water should actively disclose information about reclaimed water.…”

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confidence: 99%

A Data‐Driven Framework for Smart Urban Domestic Wastewater: A Sustainability Perspective

Jing

Kuang

Yang

2019

Advances in Civil Engineering

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With the continuous advancement of urbanization, the problem of urban domestic wastewater has become increasingly serious. Furthermore, information and communication technologies (ICTs) have flourished, providing smart ideas for the governance of urban problems, including smart urban domestic wastewater (SUDW), to improve efficiency and deliver smart cities. The framework of smart governance is vital for urban planning and development, but existing frameworks lack systematic characteristics. Therefore, this study aimed to systematically analyze the functions that SUDW can achieve from a sustainability perspective and to construct a framework of SUDW. This paper articulated the objectives of SUDW from the perspectives of service providers (mainly wastewater treatment plants, WWTPs), government, and public based on the goals of smart cities and sustainable development. Moreover, seven functions of SUDW were identified based on systematic literature analysis, such as the automation of WWTPs and operation and maintenance of sewer assets. Then, the information needed for the above functions was analyzed to clarify communication between the main stakeholders and functions, which were illustrated by an information chain model. The functions are interrelated and closely related to sustainable development, where information sharing is the foundation and key component. Based on the above analyses, a data-driven framework of SUDW consisting of five layers was proposed. The paper indicated that the core of SUDW is the perception, transmission, storage, analysis, and application of relevant data. The study not only contributes to the body of knowledge relating to smart cities but can also guide the planning of cities to realize SUDW, smart cities, and sustainable development.

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Stakeholders’ attitude towards the reuse of treated wastewater for irrigation in Mediterranean agriculture

Cited by 83 publications

References 28 publications

Risk-Yuck Factor Nexus in Reclaimed Wastewater for Irrigation: Comparing Farmers’ Attitudes and Public Perception

Risk-Yuck Factor Nexus in Reclaimed Wastewater for Irrigation: Comparing Farmers’ Attitudes and Public Perception

Assessing Reclaimed Urban Wastewater for Reuse in Agriculture: Technical and Economic Concerns for Mediterranean Regions

A Data‐Driven Framework for Smart Urban Domestic Wastewater: A Sustainability Perspective

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