UK researchers have proposed the use of photovoltaic-thermal energy for desalination purposes, via an approach based on synergistic electro-thermal coupling mechanisms. They have found that some ...

Worldwide water scarcity is a severe problem that has worsened in recent decades 1. The factors exacerbating water scarcity include population growth, inefficient use of water resources, increased ...

A team of engineers has developed a system that could transform desalination practices, making the process more adaptable, resilient and cheaper. The new system is powered by sunlight and uses a ...

Freshwater scarcity remains a critical global issue, particularly in arid regions with inadequate infrastructure. In this study, a passive, solar-powered desalination system was designed and evaluated ...

With summer temperatures soaring, the spectre of water scarcity looms large. As a possible solution to increase the availability of clean, potable water, researchers at the Indian Institute of Science ...