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Operational Flexibility for Integrated Energy-Water Resilience

This white paper focuses on advancing operational flexibility as a pathway to integrated energy-water resilience. It addresses the persistent fragmentation between water and energy systems, where separate regulatory, operational, and investment frameworks limit co-optimization and...

Jackson, N., and Rao, N.

Process Design and Optimization for Wastewater Treatment Efficiency and Resilience

This white paper explores the benefits of using digital twins and mathematical programming techniques to optimize energy consumption in wastewater treatment processes, thereby enhancing resilience and efficiency. Key challenges faced by current facilities include high energy consu...

Rawlings, E., Klise, K., and Gunter, D.

Wave Energy Conversion for Powering Aquaculture

This white paper explores the integration of wave energy converters (WECs) with aquaculture systems, aiming to enhance energy-water resilience and local food security. The focal area is the intersection of energy and water, addressing significant challenges such as reliance on fos...

Grasberger, J., and Nguyen, J.

Resilience By Design: Advanced Metrics and Comprehensive Methods for Energy-Water Systems Analysis

This white paper examines the connections between energy and water systems, highlighting the need for thorough resilience analyses and interdisciplinary metrics in these sectors. It addresses challenges stemming from the growing interdependence and uncertainty in decision-making d...

Valdez, R., Jackson, N., and Wachtel, A.