Solar-powered water farm opens in Kenya – Kenya Spotted: The people living in the Kenyan fishing village of Kiunga have been forced to drink, cook and bathe in contaminated, brackish water for years. Last year, NGO GivePower installed a solar water farm in the village. The desalination system now provides clean water to all of the village’s 3500 residents, at a cost of around $20 per person. Kiunga’s location along the coast makes it an ideal site for the desalination farm. Housed in 20-foot shipping containers, it is portable, […] Solar-powered water farm opens in Kenya – KenyaDME GmbH2019-12-09T17:30:13+01:00
EMS Mekorot eyes global market for Israeli water expertise – Israel Founded in 1937 prior to the establishment of the State of Israel, national water company Mekorot has played a critical role in developing and sustaining the Jewish state. From transporting fresh water from the Sea of Galilee to isolated communities in the state’s early years, to pioneering desalination efforts and other water technologies, the government-owned company is recognized worldwide for its advanced capabilities. EMS Mekorot Projects, a subsidiary established in 1961, has long-served as Mekorot’s executional and operational arm for a wide range […] EMS Mekorot eyes global market for Israeli water expertise – IsraelDME GmbH2019-12-08T18:32:08+01:00
Huntington Beach desalination plant eyes approval, but foes turn out in force – California With Poseidon Water’s plans for a Huntington Beach desalination plant approaching the homestretch, critics were as adamant as ever at a Friday workshop, where dozens complained the proposal is environmentally flawed, unneeded and would jack up water rates. The meeting of the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board was called to review a draft permit and solicit public comment in advance of a scheduled April 3 vote on the final permit. Approval rides on whether the board determines the drought-proof project […] Huntington Beach desalination plant eyes approval, but foes turn out in force – CaliforniaDME GmbH2019-12-07T20:35:26+01:00
Foundation stone laid for 100 MLD desalination plant – India Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani laid the foundation stone for the country’s first desalination plant having a capacity of 100 MLD at Dahej Petroleum, Chemicals and Petrochemicals Investment Region (PCPIR) in Bharuch district on 30 November 2019. The plant is estimated to entail an investment of Rs 881 crore. The water from the plant will be supplied to industries in Dahej. Eight desalination plants will come up in Gujarat where sea water will be converted and made fit for industries, agriculture and drinking purpose. The […] Foundation stone laid for 100 MLD desalination plant – IndiaDME GmbH2019-12-06T14:33:35+01:00
Desalination plant output hits record high – Namibia Originally built by Orano (then Areva Resources Namibia) to supply water to its Trekkopje Mine near Arandis, the desalination plant is now an important contributor to the overall supply of the potable water delivery system managed by Namwater. It provides about 75% of the overall drinking water to Swakopmund, as well as the nearby uranium mines and other industries. Located 35 kilometres north of Swakopmund, it is the largest reverse osmosis seawater desalination plant in southern Africa. (LINK). Desalination plant output hits record high – NamibiaDME GmbH2019-12-05T14:59:05+01:00
Iran Desalination Capacity to Reach Half Million cm/d S ixty desalination plants produce 250,000 cubic meters of water per day in the coastal regions, namely Khuzestan, Hormozgan and Bushehr, deputy chief engineer with the National Water and Wastewater Engineering Company said. “Twenty-five desalination facilities are under construction in Mazandaran, Sistan-Baluchestan, Semnan, Alborz, Isfahan, Kerman and Ilam provinces,” ISNA quoted Shahin Pakrouh as saying on Sunday. (LINK). Iran Desalination Capacity to Reach Half Million cm/dDME GmbH2019-12-03T20:30:28+01:00
Egypt receives three international bids to implement joint water desalination projects – Egypt The Egyptian government is considering three bids from international companies to implement joint water desalination projects with a total capacity of 300,000 cubic metres per day (scm/day). Government sources told Daily News Egypt that the bids for the establishment of desalination plants vary in capacity between 100-150 scm/day per plant. The sources revealed that the companies will secure the required funding for the projects and sell the desalinated water to the government for 20 years. Informed sources told Daily News Egypt that […] Egypt receives three international bids to implement joint water desalination projects – EgyptDME GmbH2019-12-02T20:20:55+01:00
Funding secured for $800m Umm Al Quwain desalination plant A consortium has achieved the financial closure for the largest desalination project in Umm Al Quwain. The group consisting of ACWA Power and MDC Power Holding Company, along with the Federal Electricity & Water Authority (FEWA) has funds in place for the 150 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD) Umm Al Quwain independent water project. The $800 million project is mainly funded by a syndicate of seven international and local lenders who will provide $680 million senior debt. Funding secured for $800m Umm Al Quwain desalination plantDME GmbH2019-12-01T14:18:19+01:00
Mallorca News Top Story: New desalination plant requested for Santanyí, Mallorca – Spain SANTANYÍ, Campos and Ses Salines in Mallorca, Spain, have joined forces to demand that a new desalination plant is built to guarantee a supply of drinking water in the municipalities. Desalination is the removal of salt and impurities from seawater to produce a fresh supply suitable for drinking and irrigation. Through a reverse osmosis system, seawater is passed through a pre-treatment filter that removes large and small particles. Maria Pons, the Mayor of Santanyí, has presented her request for the new plant […] Mallorca News Top Story: New desalination plant requested for Santanyí, Mallorca – SpainDME GmbH2019-11-30T18:17:03+01:00
Securing Geelong’s Water Supplies – Australia Barwon Water will be able to access more water from the Victorian water grid after completing and turning on a new pump station connected to the Melbourne to Geelong pipeline at Lovely Banks. The new pump station means Barwon Water can extend the reach of the 59-kilometre Melbourne to Geelong pipeline (MGP), a crucial water security measure that was switched on in April. Having access to the pipeline in addition to Barwon’s storages and the Anglesea borefield […] Securing Geelong’s Water Supplies – AustraliaDME GmbH2019-11-29T10:03:12+01:00