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Wastewater pumping plants represent important energy consumers. A real case study in Italy is analyzed. A model-based approach is proposed. Optimization of pumps start/stop number is performed. The approach can be easily extended to different case studies.
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De Chiara, M. et al. (2020). A Model-Based Approach for Energy Optimization of Real Wastewater Pumping Station. In: Naddeo, V., Balakrishnan, M., Choo, KH. (eds) Frontiers in Water-Energy-Nexus—Nature-Based Solutions, Advanced Technologies and Best Practices for Environmental Sustainability. Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-13068-8_131
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