Cradle to Gate
Identity ID
7b55a954-2dd8-40ca-9669-cfe6afdba72d
Materials
Associated ID
072c41d5-741a-4508-98a2-34019ad639c6
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Description
This dataset represents the average level of advanced treatment at tap water treatment plants in Guangdong, covering the full production process of tap water from raw water abstraction to plant effluent, specifically including water abstraction, coagulation and sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, water storage and water conveyance, as well as other conventional treatment units, and also covering advanced treatment stages such as activated-carbon adsorption, ozone oxidation and membrane filtration. The dataset focuses on documenting the use of chemicals such as coagulants, disinfectants and sludge-treatment agents, as well as electricity consumption, water-plant construction and maintenance, and related items. The data are sourced from statistical yearbooks.
Activity Description
The water production process of water plants mainly purifies raw water through a series of treatment units (such as coagulation, sedimentation, filtration and disinfection). During operation, the system mainly consumes electricity and uses a variety of agents such as coagulants and disinfectants to remove suspended solids, pollutants and pathogenic microorganisms in the water. Some water plants also introduce advanced processes such as activated carbon adsorption, ozone oxidation or membrane treatment to further improve the quality of effluent water. The entire treatment process has stable water output and reliable water quality. Its environmental impact is mainly reflected in two aspects: energy consumption and chemical use.
Process Description
Tap water refers to water supply that meets national health standards after purification, disinfection and other processes of source water (such as rivers, lakes, groundwater, etc.) through tap water treatment plants. It can be directly used for domestic drinking and daily production activities.
Time period
2022
2026
Geography
China,Guangdong
Geography comment
Averages based on official public statistics.
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology
Technology comment
This technology mainly uses conventional treatment processes such as pretreatment, coagulation, sedimentation and filtration combined with advanced treatment processes such as adsorption, membrane filtration and disinfection. Data mainly come from official statistics and public documents and can represent regional averages.