Elemental Water Makers Solar Reverse Osmosis¶
Solar PV Pumping • Est. CapEx: $57,500 USD • Lifespan: 15 Years (Standardized)
Technical Overview¶
A containerized, plug-and-play reverse osmosis desalination system powered by solar energy for coastal properties and communities. It combines PV generation with high-efficiency energy recovery to deliver freshwater with minimal battery storage.
Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Category | Solar PV Pumping |
| Capital Cost (CapEx) | $57,500 USD |
| Power / Energy | Solar PV / Thermal |
| Target Scale | Community Scale |
| Standard Lifespan | 15 Years (Standardized) |
| Technology Maturity | Commercially Available |
| Primary Mechanism | Solar PV powers high-pressure pumps that force saline water through advanced reverse osmosis membranes. Energy recovery devices reclaim up to 70% of hydraulic energy from the brine stream. The modular, containerized package supports rapid deployment and daytime water production. |
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