Application of the integrated utilities concept to community-size developmentsIt is shown that the modular integrated utility systems (MIUS) concept (combining the utility services of electrical power, heating and cooling, water supply and waste water treatment, and solid waste management into a single local plant) can be applied to community-size developments with major benefits of energy (fossil fuels) savings, reduction in solid waste haul-off quantity, and reduction in fresh water demand. Compared to a conventional utilities system, MIUS energy and water savings are found to reach 38 and 17%, respectively. Effluent and solid waste load reduction attain 17 and 80%, respectively. These benefits are obtainable through use of commercially available hardware and at costs competitive with conventional utilities.
Document ID
19750026473
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Redding, T. E. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, Tex., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1974
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Meeting Information
Meeting: Intersociety Energy Conversion Engineering Conference