Reorganization of Malololelei Water Supply Project

This project focuses on the reorganization of the Malololelei water supply system to address the challenges of urbanization and climate change. The project utilizes EPANET software to model and analyze water distribution networks. The assignment begins with an introduction that highlights the importance of water management in the face of increasing populations and changing climatic conditions. It also provides background information on the EPANET software and its application in simulating water distribution systems, including water quality analysis, and the modelling of operational data. Furthermore, the project emphasizes the significance of EPANET software in the maintenance and improvement of water supply, including the design of sampling programs and the scheduling of water tank operations. The project also provides a literature review on the reorganization of water distribution systems to meet increased water demands. It discusses the need for system improvements such as parallel pipelines, new pipelines, and upgraded pumping capacities. The project aims to provide sustainable solutions for water supply in the face of urbanization and climate change.

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Project title:
Reorganization of Malololelei water supply to meet urbanization and climate change challenges
for sustainable servicing
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Introduction
Management of water distribution has become a major priority in the modern-day world
especially due to the rapidly growing population in urban centres and the ever-changing climatic
conditions. The rapidly increasing population requires an adequate supply of clean water for
sustenance. On the other hand, prevailing climatic conditions determine water adequacy. To
effectively manage water distribution systems for sustainability and dependence, there is a need
for remodelling and proper maintenance of the already existing systems. A software known as
EPANET is therefore used. This software studies the movements and components of drinking
water in a distribution system.
Background
EPANET software is the most common device used in determining water distribution
networks. It accurately determines movements and components of water by designing water
samples within the distribution system. These are carried out by modelling water quality through
the determination of potential contaminants and improving water quality and making sure they
supplied to consumers in safe and resilient(Clarke, 2015). This tool also determines the time
taken by water through a system, modelling reactions that occur both chemically and biologically
and simulating operational data. These operations are carried out by the EPANET software
operational tool kit(Freas & Munerva, 2014).
Significance
Significantly, EPANET software helps in the maintenance and improvement of water supply
system through pipes to end-users. Application of EPANET software in simulating water

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distribution through piping systems is even better compared to the traditional ways used in the
water supply. This process is highly accurate and adequate especially in supplying water over
long distances. The larger discharge piping systems ensure user demand is met and detailed
amount of water supplied is kept. This system also ensures the improvement of the quality of
water that is supplied to consumers. It is also important in designing sampling programs and
designing schedules of filling and emptying water tanks based on the time taken by water in
those systems.

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References
Clark, R.M., 2015. The USEPA's distribution system water quality modelling program: a
historical perspective. Water and Environment Journal, 29(3), pp.320-330.
Freas, K. and Munévar, A. (2014). Total Water Management: Managing the Water Cycle for
Climate Change Solutions. Water Environment Research, 80(4), pp.291-291.