The control of fouling is key to sustainable membrane operation. This study compares pretreatment for two ultrafiltration (UF) plants treating the same source water (Lake Ontario). By reducing fouling, the use of biofiltration as a pretreatment has the potential to reduce chemical usage for, and waste generation from, membrane processes, thus contributing to minimizing energy consumption and maximizing water production.

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First NameIng Barbara / William B. / Jane / I. / Peter M.
Last NameSiembida-Losch, PhD / Anderson, PhD / Bonsteel / Hashemi / Huck, PhD
Keywordsfouling, NOM, Ultrafiltration
Year12
FileTH-2A-1_Siembida-LoschBarbara.pdf