Valdrich (WP6) – Machine learning for faster estimates of groundwater response to artificial aquifer recharge
Groundwater models are a valuable tool in optimising the decisions influencing groundwater flow. Spatially distributed models represent the groundwater level in the entire area from where essential information can be extracted, directly aiding in the decision-making process. However, these models are time-consuming, limiting the number of scenarios that can be considered. This study explores different […]
Alaaeldin (WP4) – Multi-component ion equilibria and transport in ion-exchange membranes
At the interface between an ion-exchange membrane and a multi-electrolyte solution, charged species redistribute themselves to minimize the free energy of the system. In this paper, we explore the Donnan equilibrium of membranes with quaternary electrolyte (Na+/Mg2+/K+/Ca2+/Cl−) solutions, experimentally. The data was used to calculate the ion activity coefficients for six commercial cation-exchange membranes (CEMs). […]
Ignacio (WP2) – Effect of grid resolution on regional modelled groundwater salinity and salt fluxes to surface water
Coastal fresh groundwaters face growing threats from rising withdrawals and climate change, with salinization of surface and groundwater as notable impacts. Recent developments in parallel variable-density modelling enable studying these threats at unexplored resolutions and extents. To improve the understanding of ground- and surface water salinization processes we designed an experiment to measure how spatial […]
Alessio (WP6) – Novel market-based mechanism for flexibility provision by water distribution networks to power systems
Large-scale integration of renewable energy sources with their intermittent output is introducing new challenges for system operators. The challenge arises from imperfect wind and solar forecasts that lead to deviations in electricity production in real time. This has urged system operators to explore new sources of flexibility including the water sector. Along with these advancements, […]