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The Bradfield Scheme

Australian Water School via YouTube

Overview

This course explores the evaluation and lessons learned about the Bradfield Scheme, a proposed inter-basin water diversion project in Australia. The learning outcomes include understanding the science behind the scheme's evaluation, assessing feasibility, analyzing costs and benefits, and exploring alternative interconnected grid schemes. The course teaches about the modelling tools used, gravity diversion techniques, financial assessments, and water security considerations. The teaching method includes presentations, Q&A sessions, and expert panel discussions. The intended audience includes individuals interested in water resource management, infrastructure development, and environmental sustainability.

Syllabus

- Presenter Intro | Welcome to Country | Polls
- What is the Bradfield Scheme?
- Modelling tools used
- Scheme feasibility
- Contemporary scheme-Murray Darling Basin | "food bowl"
- Gravity diversion | St George
- Financial Assessment - Murray Darling Basin
- Costs | Key weaknesses | Benefits
- Alternative schemes | Interconnected grids
- Regional grids | Water security
- Q&A
- Wrap up | future training

Taught by

Australian Water School

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