Sultan Bin Ahmed Reviews Innovative Hybrid Water Desalination Plant Project At University Of Sharjah
H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, recently reviewed a scientific initiative at the university. This project aims to design and build a hybrid solar-powered pilot plant for desalinating groundwater, brackish seawater, and highly saline water. The project is in collaboration with the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA).
The project seeks to address water scarcity by providing innovative desalination solutions based on Sharjah's water atlas. It is part of the University of Sharjah's efforts to offer sustainable solutions to societal challenges through research and partnerships with service institutions. The initiative supports scientific research and industrial growth while benefiting local communities by increasing fresh water supplies.
This project introduces a new technology by establishing a solar-powered desalination system at a pilot station level. It aims to develop local desalination technologies that directly impact society. A comprehensive assessment of water quality will be conducted using the Sharjah Sat 2 satellite, along with collecting water samples for analysis.
The innovative aspect focuses on several key foundations: the Sharjah Atlas, designing new reverse osmosis (RO) membranes that recover water efficiently with minimal brine production, and creating a solar-powered desalination plant using RO technology that consumes less energy while increasing water output.
The project's goal is to provide sustainable solutions that reduce financial costs and reliance on fuel in desalination processes. By developing renewable energy use, specifically solar energy, it aims to solve the environmental issue of brine from current desalination methods. This ensures sustainable processes while minimizing harmful impacts on marine ecosystems and coastal areas.
H.H. Sheikh Sultan was briefed on how this research project addresses one of the UAE's strategic environmental priorities: water desalination. The project is expected to contribute significantly to scientific research and industrial development in the country.
The Sharjah Atlas within the project offers detailed insights into water quality, type, and levels in Sharjah. This information aids experts in designing suitable desalination systems tailored to specific needs within the emirate.
By integrating these innovative approaches, the project aims to ensure long-term sustainability in desalination processes while addressing pressing environmental concerns associated with traditional methods.
With inputs from WAM
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