المملكة: In detail… Discussing the latest solutions to raise the efficiency of the desalination system in Saudi Arabia
Organized by King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology "the interim operational arm of the Saudi Water Authority, today, a workshop entitled "Towards sustainable water desalination"To review the reality and future of and the challenges associated with water security, and the requirements for environmental and economic sustainability.
The Vice President explained "Cactus" For the sustainability and environment sector, Dr. Abdullah Al-Khudairi, said that water desalination is an integrated system, not limited to the technical aspect, but rather intersects with national policies, legislation, technical innovation, energy, economics, and the environmental dimension.
Water desalination in Saudi Arabia
He stated that this workshop is a platform for exchanging experiences and reviewing practical experiences; And highlighting the national trends aimed at developing a more efficient and sustainable desalination system.
He stressed the pivotal role of the National Laboratory in "Cactus" In conducting applied research, building strategic partnerships, and linking the outcomes of research and innovation with practical application, in a way that contributes to achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
He pointed out that the national innovative models applied on the ground are practical evidence of the possibility of moving from research and experiments to scalable and operational solutions to contribute to reducing and minimizing the environmental impact and enhancing sustainability.
Preserving water resources and protecting the environment
The head of the water desalination business, Eng. Abdullah Al-Zwaid, National Water Strategy 2030, which focuses on ensuring a safe and sustainable water supply, improving demand management and raising the efficiency of use; In order to achieve a balance between resources and needs.
He explained that the strategy aims to enhance the quality of services and raise their efficiency, preserve water resources and protect the environment, in addition to supporting the sector’s competitiveness through effective governance, private sector participation, and the localization of specialized national capabilities.
The participants in the workshop reviewed the challenges facing the desalination sector to reach sustainability, and the research and industrial requirements to achieve sustainable desalination, in addition to the integration of renewable energy with desalination systems, innovation in advanced technologies, and the transfer and localization of technology and chains. Supply.
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