Key mechanisms for Controlling pollution and ways in which civil engineers can have significant influence on aquatic pollution in Scotland Flashcards
Regulatory Frameworks
Enforcing laws, regulations and standards to control the possibility of pollution, from industrial and agricultural sources, regulatory frameworks strictly limits pollutant discharges, implements permits for discharge’s and ensures monitoring of water quality.
Water treatment technologies
Treatment technologies aim to remove pollutants and contaminants from wastewater before discharge into water bodies. There are various steps in a water treatment process which include, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration and disinfection. This ensures a system which cuts down on pollutants in waste water.
Monitoring and Assessments
Continuous monitoring and testing provides knowledge into the water quality and allows for the identification of pollution sources, so this can be mitigated. This information allows for prioritisation of pollution control incentives.
CE Designing and Construction
Civil Engineers are involved in the design and/ or design of water treatment projects and drainage systems to effectively manage the circulation of water distribution and install systems to prevent and mitigate the risks of flooding. Civil Engineers also construct and design projects with sustainable objects to deter the risk of pollution and contamination.
CE Water Resource Management
Civil engineers implement strategies to optimise water use, protect water quality and manage water supply and demand. This could be from implementing water conservation measures and actively improving water distribution systems
CE - Environmental Impact
Civil engineers are actively involved in remediation of contaminated sites and engage in strategies to find environmental solutions to mitigate risk of contamination and pollution. Whether it is the clean-up of pollution in water bodies to restoring natural habitats
