Site-Adapted Transformation Technologies in the Global South
Water Management Module
Introduction to Urban Water Management
Access to clean water for sustenance and the treatment of greywater are ongoing sustainability challenges in Global South countries. Ensuring a sufficient supply of drinking water is an essential aspect of proper nutrition. Equally important is the management of process water and its treatment in sewage treatment plants. This course offers fundamental knowledge on the technical aspects of drinking water supply. It covers decentralized wells, pumping systems, filtration systems for drinking water, and distribution networks for rural areas. Additionally, it addresses a key challenge in urban water management, which is the treatment of greywater, with a strong emphasis on decentralized technologies.
Impressions from around the world
Typical systems for water pumping and storage
Elevated water tanks are a common system to store pumped water. In many rural areas people rely on hand-powered water pumps and small portable containers. Tap water systems are usually the exception and, if present, do not provide drinkable water.
