Capstone Research Project 2
Capstone Research Project 2
ABSTRACT
The Philippines is one of the world's most populated countries, with a population
of approximately 1.2 billion people. However, the majority of the electricity
generated by the Philippines comes from coal that is accounted 47.6 percent of
total electricity generation in the country. However, coal is a non-renewable
energy once these resources are used up, they cannot be replaced, which is a
major problem for humanity as we are currently dependent on them to supply
most of our energy needs. Furthermore, producing an alternative resource a
development of hydroelectricity from wastewater, a renewable and sustainable
source of energy, a promising solution that can help to meet the growing demand
for clean and renewable energy while reducing waste and preserving water
resources. In addition, this proposes a hydroelectric process for sustainable power
generation based on wastewater treatment plants, industrial processes, or
agricultural operations. The process involves analyzing the quantity and quality of
the water, as well as the potential impacts on water quality, aquatic life, and other
environmental. This review highlights the increasing demand for electrical
energy, particularly in developing countries, due to population growth, economic
development, and electricity energy deficits caused by climate change. With the
combination of a dual filtration process and hydroelectric generator using
wastewater presents a promising solution to the energy and wastewater
management challenges facing the Philippines, particularly for improving public
health and protecting the environment.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
First and foremost, praises and thanks to the God, the Almighty, for His
showers of blessings throughout our capstone research project to complete the
research successfully.
Lastly, our thanks and appreciations also go to our dearest parents for their
deep consideration for the finances and undying support throughout the making of
the research project. As well as for their words of encouragement to all those days
we’ve spent making the research project.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page i
Abstract ii
Acknowledgments iii
Table of Contents iv
List of Appendices vi
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Definition of Terms 09
CHAPTER 4. METHODOLOGY
Process 15
Conclusions 16
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Recommendations 18
Cited References 20
Appendices
LIST OF APPENDICES
B Photo documentation 25
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
environmental factors and also can assist various policy and regulatory
considerations that can affect the development of hydroelectricity from used
water, including permits, licenses, and compliance with environmental standards.
In this case, the direct financial costs of energy consumption, there are
indirect costs that arise. For instance, increased energy consumption can lead to
higher greenhouse gas emissions, affect climate change, and additional costs
associated with adaptation and mitigation measures. Additionally, high energy
consumption can lead to higher demand on the energy grid and contribute to
infrastructure costs and potential power outages. Due to this issue, this project
aims to answer the following problems:
Another limitation is that water filtration can decrease the efficiency of the
hydroelectric generator, as some energy is required to power the filtration system.
This means that the generator may produce less electricity than a traditional
hydroelectric generator without a filtration system.
Definition of Terms
The following important terms are defined based on context or how they
were used in the study:
Electricity. It is the product produce from the wastewater that flows to the
hydroelectric turbine.
CHAPTER 2
CHAPTER 3
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
OUTPUT
- Hydroelectric
INPUT
Feedback
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CHAPTER 4
METHODOLOGY
The filtered water will flow Then, the water that has been The electricity produced by
Wastewater to Electricity: A continuously until it reaches filtered by the first stage filter the hydroelectric
Hydroelectric Process for the filtered water storage will undergo another filtration turbine/generator will be
Sustainable Power Generation facility where it will be stored process by the second stage transferred to the switch to
and recycled. filter. power the LED light.
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CHAPTER 5
Conclusion
available data of real case studies. The analysis of methodology concluded the
project feasibility process is usually the only decision factor considered, although
they proved to be useful for estimation at a laundry shop, carwash shop and even
scale and regarding other driving factors too. The samples of the area of study
illustrate the actual blueprint of the product and the possibilities at that level, the
During the research, 13 real cases studies were identified, many of them
not included in previous articles, providing then a new and more complete
proving that no standard solution exist. The analysis of their performance also
particularly also indicated regarding the change of flow rate. Despite the
limitations to obtain data, the lack of studies existing sites so far demonstrated the
In conclusion, even though hydropower does not present the high potential of
other renewable energy options such as biogas, with novel approach, this
turbine and Filtration areas, with special focus on Reusable water process and
improving efficiency, to adjust the current market to the need of small wastewater
treatment plants and overcome the current lack of awareness. This might
kinetic energy in wastewater that are harnessed and a source of energy that a
Recommendations
seasons to see if the final output may affect the availability of heavy
use a dual filtration system that efficiently increase the performance of the
simulation detail and the flow rate of the water. The new flap type mesh
filter mainly utilize the pressure difference between the inside and outside
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APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
PHOTO DOCUMENTATION
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APPENDIX C
Month/Duration
Activities
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1. Proposal preparation
2. Research
preparation
3. Data Collection
4. Data Analysis
5. Paper writing
6. Paper
Dissemination
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APPENDIX D
BUDGETARY REQUIREMENTS