The Case Study will concern innovative technologies and concepts for improving the eco-efficiency in water use in the Swedish automotive industry, focusing on the Volvo Group.
Water using processes are an important part in manufacturing processes (e.g. surface treatment consumes water and use water-based treatment baths). Many water streams are potential sources of energy, as a result of their increased temperature. Furthermore, water, chemicals and energy usage affect the economic and environmental impact of the manufacturing process. Potential savings through improved technologies are a significant step for the implementation of eco-efficient solutions.
In this regard, the Case Study will assess the wider environmental impacts/ improvements and the added economic value that would arise from the implementation of innovative technologies in all relevant stages, including technologies for input water treatment, wastewater handling, recycling, recovery of energy and closed-loop processes.
Impacts will include environmental effects and cost aspects of water and energy usage, but also other impact categories including waste and greenhouse gas emissions, reliability of technologies etc.
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Documents and other resources
Deliverable 4.1: Description of value chains for industrial water use [PDF, 2.2MB]