Arab News: How Researchers in Saudi Arabia Are Turning Desalination Waste into Valuable Resources

The DESAL Research Group at KAUST is featured in Arab News, with Prof. Noreddine Ghaffour highlighting the team’s groundbreaking work on developing prospective technologies to recover valuable minerals from brine.

At DESAL, our mission goes beyond improving the energy efficiency and affordability of desalination. We are dedicated to extracting valuable resources, such as lithium and magnesium, from brine to achieve minimum or zero liquid discharge. These advancements are crucial for promoting sustainable practices and strongly align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.

Our efforts are further strengthened through partnerships with organizations like MediSun Energy, whose expertise in energy recovery enhances our capabilities in optimizing desalination processes. Together, we transform challenges into opportunities with innovative solutions in brine management and resource recovery.

Read the full article on Arab News: 

https://www.arabnews.com/node/2581246/saudi-arabia