http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/50 DHA Sat, 16 May 2026 23:01:55 GMT 2026-05-16T23:01:55Z http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019813 Title: Application of fluorescence spectroscopy for expeditious characterisation of treated wastewater for reuse Authors: Soares, J. Abstract: This dissertation aimed to develop and validate an expeditious methodology, based on fluorescence spectroscopy and PARAFAC analysis, for acquiring and processing EEM from treated wastewater, aiming for a reliable DOM characterisation to support monitoring the quality of water intended for reuse.After validation with public data, the methodology was applied to sample dataset of treated effluent subjected to different doses of chlorine to assess chlorination's impact on the composition of DOM. Methods such as fluorescence regional integration (FRI) and the calculation of fluorescence indices were used to complement the information obtained by PARAFAC. The methodology used proved to be effective since it was possible to identify groups of compounds present in the samples and obtain a profile of the DOM composition, thus enabling the assessment of the impact of chlorination Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019813 2025-05-01T00:00:00Z http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019802 Title: Enhancing Community Resilience Through the Uptake of Innovative Solutions: The C2IMPRESS Approach Authors: Galanopoulou M. I.; Bakogianni, E.; TZEMPELIKOS, D.; Ribas M. M.; Moragues, A.; Estrany, J.; Jiménez, J. D.; Tombul, E.; Cicekci, M.; Temiz, N.; Zózimo, A. C.; Craveiro, J.; Oliveira, M. M.; CRUZ, M.M.; Sfetsos, A. Editors: Dibyendu Sarkar Abstract: This study bridges the existing gaps in quantifying risk and enhancing community defences by applying a cohesive five-pillar risk and resilience framework developed within the C2IMPRESS project. We assessed the anticipated impacts of various C2IMPRESS tools on community resilience across four European case study areas (CSAs): Egaleo (Greece), Mallorca (Spain), Ordu (Turkey), and the Centro Region (Portugal). Methodologically, a targeted survey asked CSA representatives to estimate the expected changes across 42 resilience indicators—encompassing social, institutional, economic, infrastructural, and environmental dimensions—following tool implementation. A public–private-civil partnership (PPCP) framework was also assessed across all sites to enable a comparative analysis. The results indicate that individual vulnerability and emergency preparedness are the most responsive dimensions, exhibiting significant projected improvements alongside institutional capacities and community trust. Conversely, the community economy emerged as the least flexible dimension, exhibiting minimal anticipated change. In conclusion, the C2IMPRESS framework effectively bridges disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation by integrating local knowledge into actionable interventions. However, while social and institutional resilience can be actively enhanced, improving economic resilience requires long-term structural adjustments beyond the scope of these localised tools. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019802 2026-04-04T00:00:00Z http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019798 Title: Resilience assessment insights based on the energy balance in drinking water networks Authors: Carneiro, J.; Loureiro, D.; Cabral , M.; Covas, D. Abstract: The current paper primarily discusses the interconnection between water, energy and resilience, revisits the energy balance, proposes a modified calculation approach and metrics to assess system resilience criteria: energy efficiency and service flexibility. A sensitivity analysis is carried out considering: i) reference elevations, ii) levels of water losses, iii) contribution of shaft energy and pumping groups and iv) impact of water and energy efficiency improvement measures. The modified approach provides a realistic energy balance, while the original approach provides an ideal (no water losses) energy balance. Both approaches provide similar information for surrogate resilience metrics, but offer complementary information for the surplus energy index. Energy in excess per authorised consumption is most suitable to evaluate energy efficiency. Both the ratio between surplus energy and energy in excess and the surplus energy index are complementary in assessing service flexibility. Water and energy efficiency improvements should contribute to energy efficiency, ensuring service flexibility. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019798 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019796 Title: Local-scale assessment of urban resilience and the role of nature-based solutions and stormwater modelling. Special Issue Urban Water Resources Assessment and Environmental Governance Authors: Brito, R.; Cardoso, M. A.; Jorge, C.; Almeida, M. C.; Teixeira, P.; Telhado, M. Abstract: Although urban resilience is a complex concept, several initiatives have made it more tangible. Urban public authorities and policymakers are of utmost importance, as they influence multiple neighbourhoods, stakeholders and aspects of urban resilience. Nevertheless, the role of individual facilities—such as sports fields—should not be overlooked. While their impacts are smaller in scale, they can significantly enhance local resilience and serve as inspirational pilots for broader initiatives. To assess resilience at the facility scale, an existing assessment framework was adapted, aligned with ESG (environmental, social and governance) criteria and climate action pillars and valuing ecosystem services. In the sports field case study, stormwater was reframed from a burden into a resource and integrated with other scheduled resilience-enhancing interventions: water conservation, installation of photovoltaic panels, enhanced tree shading, and circularity through sports equipment reuse. Together, these interventions strengthen urban sustainability, resilience, and climate adaptation while delivering ecological and social benefits. The stormwater drainage system was modelled to simulate naturalization actions. The assessment framework is described, and its application at both neighbourhood and facility scales is discussed. Comparisons between the existing and improved situations show clear resilience gains, and opportunities for extending these measures to the city scale are explored. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://repositorio.lnec.pt:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/1019796 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z