desalination Archives - Renew Economy

Hydrogen

How green hydrogen could alleviate global water shortages, not exacerbate them
Green hydrogen production requires significant water input, but a new report suggests this could work in favour of some already drought prone regions.
Joshua S Hill

May 31, 2022

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Solar

UNSW looks to solar-powered desalination to help bust droughts josh
UNSW researchers are combining desalination technology with solar, targeting those in need of secure supplies of fresh water who are also disconnected from electricity grids.
Joshua S Hill

Apr 18, 2019

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IRENA takes $46 million stab at the heart of fossil fuel
IRENA announces funding for renewable projects that either replace existing diesel generators, or provide clean electricity to off grid communities that previously had none.
Tina Casey

Jan 20, 2016

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Carnegie delivers first bottle of wave-powered desalinated water
Carnegie Wave presents first bottle of fresh water from the now fully operational desalination plant connected to its Perth Wave Energy Project.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 23, 2015

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Solar powered desalination in California – the tiny plant that could
Commercial solar desalination could make a huge difference in California’s ability to maintain a viable agriculture sector under drought conditions.
Tina Casey

Jul 21, 2015

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MIT turns solar steam into cheaper energy, clean water
A new twist on phase-changing renewable technology combines the sun, and a new graphite-based collection system.
Sandy Dechert

Aug 5, 2014

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Seawater greenhouse – just add solar
A commercial greenhouse in hot, dry Port Augusta? It seems incongruous, but with Sundrop Farms’ unique solar desal technology, it’s a perfect match.
Sophie Vorrath

Apr 19, 2012

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A desalination revolution that saves water and energy
A Victoria University desalination breakthrough means industry could provide its own sustainable water supply, powered by its own waste heat.
Mikel Duke

Mar 27, 2012

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