International. Around 150 panels were funded by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency, at a cost of US$420,000, for their installation and to test their ability to act. The aim is to find a source of water for drought-affected regions and thereby reduce the waste caused by water in plastic bottles.
At Zero Mass Water they use technology to solve critical problems such as the supply of drinking water and obtaining electricity through renewable energy. Thanks to solar panels called Source Hydropanls, it is possible to get energy from the sun and water from the air.
These sophisticated solar panels have already been tested in Australia. "By using a combination of solar PV with solar thermal technology, Source's ability to create drinking water could be used to achieve positive solutions around water supply. The potential benefits of this technology for the environment are significant," said Rob Bartrop, vice president of Zero Mass Water.
Solar panels are relatively small. They measure 1.2 meters wide by 2.4 meters long. Each panel is capable of holding 30 liters of water in a reservoir, with standard sets of two panels capable of holding twice this amount. In addition, they are not too complex to install.
Depending on the weather, Source Hydropanels can generate up to five liters of water a day. In addition, according to his calculations, the panels produce enough water to fill more than 20,000 bottles during their 15-year lifespan. Without a doubt, it will revolutionize the lives of many people.
Source: World Economic Forum.
