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2024.
Water supply systems and circular economy
The application of circular economy principles in water supply systems has been increasingly studied recently. Concrete experiments and practical implementations in the industry are being carried out with the aim of cost savings, energy production, and material and energy recovery from wastewater treatment processes. In this context, the aim of this paper is to identify some measures that water utilities can take to enhance sustainability and reduce environmental impact. The paper provides a brief overview of the opportunities for water utilities to act on water, materials, and energy.