Drain water heat recycling at the University of Waterloo

TitleDrain water heat recycling at the University of Waterloo
Publication TypeMiscellaneous
Year of Publication2003
AuthorsCopping, D., L. McCarthy, K. King, and K. Rizkallah
Keywordsdrain water heat recovery system, feasibility, installation, University of Waterloo campus
Abstract

This project aims to assess the feasibility of the installation and effectiveness of a drain water heat recovery system at various locations on the University of Waterloo campus. A drain water heat recovery system captures lost heat energy from waste water and allows it to be reused, saving both energy and money. Through the use of interviews, case studies, potential site analysis, and intensive research on the specifics of this particular product, many feasible locations were established. The installation of the product in any of these locations would be environmentally and economically beneficial… For full text, please e-mail sustainability@uwaterloo.ca