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Project Code [2009-PhD-W-11]
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Project title
The impact of on-site wastewater treatment for small community developments on groundwater
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
University of Dublin, Trinity College (TCD)
Lead Applicant
Laurence Gill
Project Abstract
The research will evaluate the impact of wastewater treatment systems for small community developments on groundwater by monitoring upstream and downstream of four cluster developments in areas of different groundwater vulnerability. This data and results of recent research into on-site systems will be used to calibrate numerical models of the scenarios. A generic conceptual model will then be developed utilizing available information such as groundwater vulnerability, aquifer and soils mapping to give strategic guidance to Local Authorities as to the most appropriate choice of treatment for the density of development from on-site discharges to connecting to a centralised sewered system.
Grant Approved
�94,810.00
Research Hub
Natural Environment
Research Theme
Protecting our Water Resources
Initial Projected Completion Date
02/11/2012