Energy
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, present day water and energy systems are interdependent. Water is used in all phases of energy production and electricity generation. Energy is required to extract, convey, and deliver water of appropriate quality for diverse human uses, and then again to treat wastewater prior to their return to the environment. Resources available in this sub-theme include reviews of diverse technologies and information on alternative energy sources such as biogas and solar, as well as other energy and water resources.
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Small-Scale Water Pumping in Botswana Volume V: Other Pumping Technologies
Published:
June 1, 1988U.S. Agency for International Development
The major objectives of this volume is to report on the evaluation of four pumping technologies (animal-drawn, biogas substitution, alternating-current electrical, and hand-operated pumps). The evaluation aims to provide as clear a picture as possible of the state of technology development,...Read more
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BotswanaSub-Saharan AfricaSmall-Scale Water Pumping in Botswana Volume II: Diesel Systems
Published:
January 1, 1987U.S. Agency for International Development
This report on diesel pump use in Bostwana focuses on the detailed results of the diesel evaluation, focusing on the installation, testing, and evaluation of a wide variety of diesel, wind, solar photovoltaic, grid-electric and human and animal powered pumping systems in Botswana.Read more
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BotswanaSub-Saharan AfricaDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.