المملكة: The Kingdom and China strengthen the partnership to develop sustainable solutions for the water sector
The Saudi Water Authority, headed by the Deputy Chairman of the Authority for Research and Promising Technologies Eng. Tariq bin Ghassan Al-Ghafari, an official visit to the Republic of People’s China culminated in the signing of research and technical agreements and partnerships with leading universities, research centers and international companies, the most prominent of which is an agreement that opens up horizons of cooperation to establish a joint national laboratory for the protection and development of water resources, in a way that enhances innovation, knowledge transfer and development Sustainable solutions For the water sector.
The visit witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Tsinghua Institute for Environmental Research and Innovation, and a research agreement with the Research Center for Environmental Sciences at the Chinese Academy of Sciences (RCEES), which is ranked among the best research bodies globally according to the (ESI) index, which supports the development of applied research, the exchange of experiences, and the building of long-term scientific partnerships.
The delegation discussed with Tsinghua University opportunities for cooperation in leak detection technologies and reverse osmosis membranes and the establishment of a joint research platform, while At Northwest A&F University, he learned about innovations in smart irrigation and rainwater harvesting in dry environments.
Cooperation in hydrological studies
In the field of future technologies, the delegation discussed with Northwestern Polytechnical University the use of satellite sensors in predicting variables affecting water resources, and discussed with the Chinese Polar Research Institute (PRIC) opportunities for cooperation in hydrological studies and benefiting from its advanced research expertise.
With regard to digital transformation, the delegation visited 51World Company. Specialized in digital twin technologies and artificial intelligence to research the development of digital models for water resources, and he reviewed the Capital Eco-Pro group on low-emission solutions for integrated water services management.
By 2050, the Kingdom aims to raise the coverage of sewage networks to 95%, provide water around the clock, and reuse more than 70% of the treated water.Details:
Technologies for increasing efficiency
On the industrial side, the Authority discussed with Shanghai Electric Power Plant Water Engineering Co., Ltd techniques for increasing efficiency and reducing operational costs.
While it discussed with LONGi Green Energy Company opportunities to benefit from photovoltaic technologies, and with Neway Valves Company, areas of knowledge transfer and industry localization, in a way that supports the development of local content and strengthening supply chains in the water sector.
It discussed The two sides develop national competencies, exchange researchers and experts, and launch joint scientific projects that contribute to raising the efficiency of the water system and supporting sustainable development goals.
Enabling research and innovation
This visit comes within the efforts of the Saudi Water Authority to strengthen its international partnerships, enable research and innovation, and localize advanced technologies, in a way that supports national goals and priorities, and enhances the Kingdom’s position to be a global center for innovation in the water sector.
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