Desolenator Solar-Powered Thermal Desalination¶
Desalination & Distillation • Est. CapEx: $200,000 USD • Lifespan: 7–15 Years
Technical Overview¶
A circular, solar-powered thermal desalination system that turns saltwater into drinkable water using only the sun. It is designed for coastal regions with water scarcity and is cost-competitive for large corporations and municipalities.
Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Category | Desalination & Distillation |
| Capital Cost (CapEx) | $200,000 USD |
| Power / Energy | Solar PV / Thermal |
| Target Scale | Village / Community (200–1,000+ people) |
| Standard Lifespan | 7–15 Years |
| Technology Maturity | Commercially Available |
| Primary Mechanism | Uses solar thermal collectors to boil saline water; the steam is condensed into distilled water, which is then remineralized. The process achieves zero liquid discharge by evaporating water and recovering salt via nanofiltration. |
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