Off-grid photovoltaic-powered capacitive deionization for groundwater desalination in rural Africa

Yu‐Ting Hsieh, Chen-Shiuan Fan, Sofia Ya Hsuan Liou, Chia‐Hung Hou · 2024 · Water Reuse

Summary. Researchers developed and tested an off-grid water purification system combining solar panels with capacitive deionization technology for rural Uganda. The system successfully desalinated groundwater to meet drinking water standards while operating entirely on solar power, achieving over 60% salt removal and low energy consumption. This innovation provides a practical, modular solution for households lacking access to centralized water and electricity infrastructure.

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  title   = {Off-grid photovoltaic-powered capacitive deionization for groundwater desalination in rural Africa},
  author  = {Yu‐Ting Hsieh and Chen-Shiuan Fan and Sofia Ya Hsuan Liou and Chia‐Hung Hou},
  journal = {Water Reuse},
  year    = {2024},
  doi     = {10.2166/wrd.2024.079},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.2166/wrd.2024.079}
}

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DOI

10.2166/wrd.2024.079

Countries

Uganda

Regions

Africa

Categories

agtech, energy, climate-and-environment

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2026-04-28