Research Interest

My core research interests are in ICW, SFRB and SuDS, and other sustainable environmental management measures. My research team has highlighted the multi-disciplinary aspects of wetland systems, sustainable drainage, soil/water interface and water resources research via their holistic assessments, classifications and modelling work.

Water quality assessments were undertaken for ICW, which are part of a novel concept that assesses the holistic benefits of wetland systems to society. Findings showed that ICW do not contaminate surface water and groundwater despite the fact that they have no artificial liners and are passive treatment systems.

The SFRB concept assesses the multi-functionality of all water bodies with particular reference to their flood and diffuse pollution control potential. A novel and unbiased classification system allows all stakeholders to clearly define the purpose of a water body that can be classed as an SFRB. Communication among stakeholders regarding the most appropriate management of SFRB is greatly enhanced. Moreover, the SFRB Concept addresses the need to assess the flood control potential of all European water bodies as part of new legislation.

Research on water quality and quantity aspects of novel hybrid SuDS has led to a wider application of their use in the United Kingdom and elsewhere. Findings show the potential to combine ground source heat pumps with permeable pavement systems to heat or cool nearby buildings and to treat runoff, respectively. Moreover, the treated runoff can either be recycled or used to recharge groundwater in urban areas.

Miklas Scholz, PhD, CWEM, CEnv, CSci, CEng,FHEA, FIEMA, FCIWEM, FICE, Fellow of IWA

Professor and Chair

 

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  • DEPARTMENTDepartment of Civil Engineering
    The University of Salford
  • COUNTRY UK