ASSESSING WATER QUALITY IMPLICATIONS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON SEWER SYSTEMS

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive assessment of the impacts of climate change on water quality in wastewater systems using InfoWorks ICM software. As climate change continues to pose significant challenges to urban инфраструктure, understanding its impacts on water quality is critical to effective adaptation and management strategies. The study uses InfoWorks ICM, a robust integrated watershed modeling software, to simulate various climate change scenarios and analyse their impacts on water quality parameters such as pollutant concentrations, dissolved oxygen levels and microbial contamination. The analysis considers factors such as changing rainfall patterns, temperature fluctuations and their impact on the performance of wastewater treatment systems. The results highlight possible changes in water quality dynamics and identify areas of increased vulnerability and potential sources of pollution. In addition, adaptation strategies such as the introduction of green infrastructure, wastewater capacity building and real-time monitoring systems will be assessed to determine their effectiveness in mitigating the negative impacts of climate change on water quality. The results of this study contribute to the growing body of knowledge about the impacts of climate change on water quality in wastewater systems and provide valuable information for policymakers, engineers, and urban planners to develop sustainable and resilient water management strategies.