Energy Demand Considerations for the Supply of Domestic Water in Jamaica

Andreas Haiduk and Amani Ishemo

International Journal of Water Resources Development, 2011, vol. 27, issue 4, 759-768

Abstract: Jamaica's water supply sector is recognized as the largest electricity consumer in the island's public sector. This paper evaluates whether replacing high-cost groundwater abstraction with surface water treatment and distribution is a viable option to minimize electricity consumption in the water sector. The findings suggest that a change from groundwater abstraction to surface water treatment and distribution by conveying surface water around the island incurs higher electricity costs compared to the present supply model (reliance on ground water). However, as part of a strategy for a more efficient water sector it is recommended that the above approach be further evaluated with more economic considerations, engineering designs and possible storage facilities to reduce the time of pumping of ground water.

Date: 2011
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DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2011.620457

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