Stormwater Reuse

Stormwater Reuse – Potable Water Substitution for Melbourne

In recent years there has been increasing interest in the use of water resources generated within the urban boundary for potable supply substitution, as a means of augmenting current supply capacity. These urban water resources include roof runoff and stormwater. Stormwater utilisation has become a high profile potable water substitute.

WaterSmart on behalf of the water businesses in Melbourne prepared a Water Supply – Demand Strategy (WSDS) for Melbourne 2006 - 2055. A critical feature of the WSDS is the assessment of water substitutes in achieving the balance between supply and demand. This project, commissioned by WaterSmart, addressed the role of stormwater as a water substitute.

Researcher Team

Grace Mitchell, Andre Taylor, Tim Fletcher and Ana Deletic

Outcome:

Stormwater Reuse – Potable Water Substitution for Melbourne by V. Grace Mitchell, Andre Taylor, Tim Fletcher and Ana Deletic, 2005, ISWR Report 05/12 (pdf 2.26Mb)

For further information contact:

Dr Grace Mitchell
Ph +61 3 9905 4947