Abstract
Renewable energy sources are evolving fundamental components of wastewater treatment plants. The intermittent and increasing adoption of renewable energy sources supports emerging studies undertaken in the demand and supply of energy. Hydropower is a significant renewable energy source globally. A sustainable application of hydropower technology requires effective planning, design and implementation to manage or mitigate challenges. In South Africa the prevalent source of energy generation is through fossil fuels and solid waste. Overdependence on energy demand based on fossil fuels for everyday capacity of the wastewater treatment plants is unsustainable. Affordability, stability, reliability, and accessibility of electricity generated by alternative renewable energy resources are fundamental for ensuring sustainability in wastewater treatment plants...
M.Ing. (Engineering Management)