Within the project, continuous monitoring of rainfall in Nový Bydžov is being carried out in order to determine its potential for use as process water and thus reduce the consumption of drinking water in urban operations.
“In our research, we are investigating whether it would be possible to use captured rainwater as an alternative source of process water and thus save drinking water resources in Nový Bydžov,” says Tomas Lederer, research team leader and technologist. The research is being conducted at sampling sites that include the town’s swimming pool and ice rink. “By analysing groundwater and surface water samples, we are obtaining important data on the quality of rainwater and its potential for urban operational purposes,” adds Lederer.
The team from TUL is trying to answer the question of how much rainwater can be used to produce ice at the ice rink and to reduce drinking water consumption at the city’s swimming pool. This sustainable approach not only has the potential to protect drinking water, but also to contribute to the sustainable development of urban infrastructure in an era of climate change.
Sustainable solutions can bring drinking water savings and contribute to the development of urban infrastructure in times of climate change.
Learn more about our research for Nový Bydžov in our video: