Seawater into freshwater in container size…

Solar Water Solutions, a Finnish-based startup, has developed a system that converts seawater into drinking and agricultural water without emitting carbon dioxide. What’s more, it doesn’t require a huge processing plant, and can be done with a single container-sized room.

Currently, a test water purification facility has been installed near the coastal town of Namibia. Although it is a facility that is only the size of a container, it requires a little extra space because solar panels can be placed. Since the energy is 100% covered by solar power, electricity is free. No chemicals or batteries are used, so no investment is required. The maintenance cost is zero and the water purification cost is also low. If necessary, the facility can be expanded by increasing containers.

Until now, it has been difficult enough to cause environmental pollution as it requires enormous energy consumption to convert seawater into fresh water. The power of this invention is free. It is a device using reverse osmosis, and the filter removes contaminants such as bacteria and viruses. The container is said to be capable of producing 3,500 liters of fresh water per hour.

In the future, such a device is expected to be of great help in areas experiencing climate change or water shortages. Related information can be found here .