Life Cycle Network Modeling Framework and Solution Algorithms for Systems Analysis and Optimization of the Water-Energy Nexus

The water footprint of energy systems must be considered, as future water scarcity has been identified as a major concern. This work presents a general life cycle network modeling and optimization framework for energy-based products and processes using a functional unit of liters of water consumed i...

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Main Authors: Daniel J. Garcia, Fengqi You
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-07-01
Series:Processes
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2227-9717/3/3/514