Occurrence, Seasonal Dynamics, and Operational Drivers of Elevated Chlorate Concentrations in Drinking Water: A National Case Study from the Czech Republic
The chemical disinfection of drinking water produces a diverse mixture of substances, referred to as disinfection by-products. Owing to their toxicity, the main components of this mixture are being gradually regulated. Therefore, the EU directive 2020/2184 requires member states to start regulating the content of HAAs,...