Browsing Department of Civil Engineering Graduate Theses by Author "Filion, Yves R."
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Bioretention for Phosphorus Removal: Modelling Stormwater Quality Improvements
Roy-Poirier, Audrey (2009-09-27)Bioretention systems are best management practices (BMPs) that make use of the biogeochemical processes within a forest-type ecosystem to provide at-source stormwater retention and pollutant removal. Laboratory studies and ... -
Development of a Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Framework for the Implementation of Stormwater Reuse in Canadian Municipalities
Al-Ali, Dalia (2016-01-14)Water reuse is an increasingly popular consideration for municipalities, developers, and businesses. Currently, the majority of water reuse applications originate from Australia, Southeast Asian nations, and the Middle ... -
Energy Considerations for Pipe Replacement in Water Distribution Systems
Prosser, Monica (2013-08-21)Water utilities are facing pressure to continue to provide high-quality potable water in an increasingly energy constrained world; managing the ageing infrastructure that exists in many countries is a challenge in and of ... -
Evaluating Energy Dynamics in Small to Medium-Sized Water Distribution Systems in Ontario, Canada
Scanlan, Matthew (2016-01-11)Water distribution systems (WDSs) are responsible for delivering potable water to millions of consumers in urban centers around the globe. These systems consist of a multitude of interconnected components, including pipes, ... -
Evaluating the Impact of Climate Change Mitigation Strategies on Water Distribution System Design and Optimization
MacLeod, Stephanie Patricia (2010-08-27)In response to growing environmental concerns, policy makers in Canada have been developing climate change mitigation strategies that will enable Canada to meet medium and long-term greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction ... -
Examining the Relationship between Pumping Energy and Geographically-Targeted Water Conservation Measures in Municipal Water Distribution Networks
Oldford, Alexandra (2013-06-04)Municipal water distribution systems are operated and maintained by utilities whose first priority is the safe and reliable provision of drinking water to consumers. The cost to move and treat water through distribution ... -
A Feasibility Analysis of Site-Level Stormwater Reuse for Commercial Developments in Canada
Nanos, Michael (2013-08-19)Municipalities are experiencing a growing water management challenge as a result of population growth in water-dependent communities. The rising cost of potable water, in addition to limits placed on stormwater discharges, ... -
Forecasting Water Main Failures in the City of Kingston Using Artificial Neural Networks
Nishiyama, Michael (2013-10-22)Water distribution utilities are responsible for supplying both clean and safe drinking water, while under constraints of operating at an efficient and acceptable performance level. The City of Kingston, Ontario is currently ... -
Incorporating Environmental Impacts into Multi-Objective Optimization of Water Distribution Systems
Herstein, Lesley (2009-08-25)Municipal water distribution system (WDS) expansion is often focused on increasing system capacity with designs that best meet hydraulic requirements at the least cost. Increasing public awareness regarding global warming ... -
Investigation of the Failure of Large-Diameter Cast-Iron Water Mains Using a Stochastic, Physical Model
Wilson, Daniel (2014-10-06)Cast-iron water mains are still in use in water distribution systems across North America. These pipes are now reaching the end of their expected service lives and are becoming a concern to water utilities. Large-diameter ... -
Investigation of the Relationship Between Urban Form and the Energy Use of Water Distribution Systems
Wong, Hannah (2015-12-14)The physical configuration of water distribution systems is closely tied to the layout of the urban areas they serve. Over the last century, urban areas in North America have changed significantly in design, moving from ... -
A Streamlined Energy Efficiency Indicator for Water Distribution Systems
Snider, BrettThe conveyance of water through centralized water distribution systems is energy intensive. With growing urban populations and deteriorating buried infrastructure, these costs are expected to increase. Energy indicators ... -
Tracing Flows of Water, Energy, and Waste Through an Idealized Water Distribution Network Using an Urban Metabolism Based Approach
Heysel, Christopher (2015-09-03)‘Urban Metabolism’ (UM) is a well-established concept based on the parallels between the metabolisms’ of ecosystems and cities. These parallels consist of the intake, storage, and transformation of materials and energy, ... -
Trunk Water Main Failure Consequence Modelling During Normal, Peak and Fire Flow Conditions
Giangrande, Victoria (2014-10-20)Trunk water main failures pose a large risk to users as they often carry severe hydraulic, economic, and social consequences. The consequences can be increased when a fire event in the water distribution system coincides ... -
Water Distribution System Design and Rehabilitation Under Climate Change Mitigation Scenarios
Roshani, Ehsan (2013-04-22)The water industry is a heavy consumer of electricity to pump water. Electricity generated with fossil fuel sources produce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that contribute to climate change. Carbon taxation and economic ...