Description |
1 online resource (413 pages) : color illustrations, color maps, portraits (some color) |
Contents |
Public water. Sanitary engineering -- Water companies. Amsterdam water. Drinking water companies. Planning and design. Finances -- Technical facets. Water consumption. Water quality. Groundwater. Surface water. Distribution -- Addendum. Drinking water and The Netherlands. Drinking water and Delft. Acknowledgement. Register |
Summary |
This unique volume provides a comprehensive overview of all the major aspects of modern drinking water systems in the western European context. It not only covers the theoretical principles, but also the historical background and practical aspects of design and operation, legislation, planning and finance of drinking water supply in its social and economic context. The principles and practices are illustrated using experiences from The Netherlands. The Dutch drinking water supply is well known for its multiple barrier systems and high technical standards. The Dutch drinking water is of high qua |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references |
Notes |
English |
Subject |
Drinking water.
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Water quality.
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drinking water.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Environmental -- Water Supply.
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Drinking water
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Water quality
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Trinkwasser
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Drinkwater.
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Waterkwaliteit.
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Form |
Electronic book
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Author |
Verberk, J. Q. J. C. (Jasper Q. J. C.), 1970-
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Dijk, J. C. van, 1954-
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World Scientific (Firm)
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LC no. |
2007298299 |
ISBN |
9812773363 |
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9789812773364 |
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9812568360 |
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9789812568366 |
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