PROJECT DETAILS


  • Project No 1138
  • Project Name Protocols for algal bloom management - technology performance & optimisation assessments
  • Lead Organisation Melbourne Water
  • Research Lead University of Melbourne
  • Main Researcher Michael Burch
  • Completion Year 2023

Project Description

There is a need to have a clear and consistent approach to assessing the efficacy and performance of the growing number of algal bloom management technologies emerging on the market. Often technologies are offered by suppliers with the promise that they will solve algal bloom issues. However, there are a number of factors that, if poorly understood and addressed, can result in performance being unsatisfactory for water utility needs. This research will develop a customisable protocol for selection, deployment, and performance assessment of algal bloom management technologies.