Solar desalination: A review of recent developments in environmental, regulatory and economic issues

Goosen, Mattheus F. A.; Mahmoudi, Hacène; Alyousef, Yousef; Ghaffour, Noreddine

doi:10.1016/j.solcom.2023.100034

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“…Solar PV technologies are well suited for supporting brackish water treatment systems built for small installations, with supply below 1,000 m 3 per day of clean water (Goosen M. et al, 2023). This type of equipment can be operated with or without batteries and is particularly useful in areas lacking access to drinking water and stable grid electricity.…”

Section: Ro System Scalabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Adopting sea water reverse osmosis desalination technologies for sustainable development: lessons learnt from Algiers Science and Technology for membranes 2023 workshop

Ouali,

Doucoure

2024

Front. Membr. Sci. Technol.

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The city of Algiers hosted the workshop on Science and Technology for Membranes from 30th May to 1st June 2023—STM 2023, held in Algeria. The main topics focused on Reverse Osmosis (RO) desalination technologies, decentralized autonomous systems, wastewater recycling for circularity, and the effects of green membrane processes on socio-economic growth. This review examines the influence of global trends and instabilities (i.e., climate change, disrupted supply chain platforms, natural disasters) on the steady supply of freshwater. The implementation of RO desalination solutions and their sustainability are assessed based on resiliency factors, which is helpful to screen water treatment alternatives based on technological benefits, ecological safety and environmental protection. Key takeaways from this study call for rolling out local membrane production capabilities, promoting the benefits of autonomous decentralized treatment systems, prioritizing innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and for developing RO-specific equipment recycling infrastructures. Implementing these new tactics can lead to mitigate water scarcity and enable a sustainable deployment of desalination membrane technologies in Algeria and its region.

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Section: Ro System Scalabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Adopting sea water reverse osmosis desalination technologies for sustainable development: lessons learnt from Algiers Science and Technology for membranes 2023 workshop

Ouali,

Doucoure

2024

Front. Membr. Sci. Technol.

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“…Furthermore, in remote or isolated areas without grid connections, hybrid wind-diesel systems have proven particularly effective in regions such as Alaska, reducing operating and maintenance costs and mitigating CO 2 emissions [99]. Incorporating renewable energy resources into desalination plants [100,101], as demonstrated in the Kwinana desalination unit in western Australia, can potentially address the high energy consumption and environmental issues associated with desalination [102]. Although technical considerations are paramount, the economic feasibility of hybrid energy systems is also critical.…”

Section: Intermittency and Hybrid Energy Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Implications of Climate Change on Wind Energy Potential

Kara,

Şahin

2023

Sustainability

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This study examines the crucial role of wind energy in mitigating global warming and promoting sustainable energy development, with a focus on the impact of climate change on wind power potential. While technological progress has facilitated the expansion of the industry, it is crucial to continue making advancements to reduce the life-cycle emissions of wind turbines and ensure their long-term sustainability. Temporal discontinuities present a significant challenge for renewable energy sources. This study highlights the potential of hybrid systems to provide consistent energy output from wind sources. It also examines the variability in wind patterns caused by climate change, acknowledging that outcomes vary depending on geographic contexts, modeling approaches, and climate projections. Notably, inconsistencies in wind speed projections from downscaled general circulation models introduce uncertainties. While specific regions, such as North America, project an increase in wind speeds, others, such as the Mediterranean, face a potential decrease. Of particular note is the forecast for a potential long-term increase in wind speeds in Northern Europe. In conclusion, the wind energy industry displays considerable potential for growth, driven by technological advancements. However, the complexities resulting from climate change necessitate further research. Such insights are crucial for informed energy policy formulation and sustainable industry progress.

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“…An eco-friendly Janus wood evaporator has been fabricated where the top surface was functionalized by perfluorodecyltriethoxysilane (FAS) to improve hydrophobicity, while the untreated bottom surface remained highly hydrophilic, which is an inherent property of the wood [18]. A technoeconomic analysis of novel Janus evaporator and other related systems is reported in a recent review published in Solar Compass [19]. The review emphasized more on sustainable photochemical-based desalination using Janus wood architecture nanotechnology, as proposed by Dong et al [20], that overcomes many of the current solar desalination issues.…”

Section: Solar-driven Interfacial Evaporationmentioning

confidence: 99%