The LIFE TURBINES project is proud to announce the publication of its first peer-reviewed paper, titled:
“Empowering Smart Renewable Cities through Hydropower Technology in Urban Drinking Water Supply Systems.” This pioneering research, authored by Gamón, A.; Pérez, A.; Sánchez, C.; Royo, H.; Oltra, T.; de Diego, C.; Ponz, R.; and Pedro-Monzonís, M., explores innovative methods to harness excess pressure in urban water distribution networks to generate renewable energy.
Published in the proceedings of the 3rd International Joint Conference on Water Distribution Systems Analysis & Computing and Control for the Water Industry (WDSA/CCWI 2024), the study presents a novel approach to integrating microturbines into existing water infrastructure. By doing so, cities can transform their water supply systems into sources of clean electricity, contributing to the decarbonization of urban environments without compromising water quality or supply.
The research highlights the potential of this technology to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote energy efficiency in urban settings. It also emphasizes the importance of developing digital tools for optimal turbine selection and system design, ensuring maximum energy recovery tailored to specific network conditions.
The LIFE TURBINES project, co-funded by the European Union’s LIFE Programme, aims to demonstrate the feasibility and benefits of this approach through pilot implementations in Spain and Italy. These case studies will serve as models for other municipalities seeking sustainable solutions to energy and water management challenges.
For more information and to access the full publication, please visit: https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4591/69/1/82
