Prof. Noreddine Ghaffour and DESAL Ph.D. candidate Najat Amin shared their perspectives with Arab News on the potential of AI to make desalination more efficient, reliable and sustainable.

The article explores how AI could help plants reduce energy use, detect problems before they interrupt production and maintain a more reliable water supply. It also looks at the challenge ahead: bringing promising results from research and pilot projects into everyday operation.

Najat Amin: “AI can also support predictive maintenance by detecting equipment problems early, before they lead to energy waste or serious damage. This could make desalination plants more efficient and reliable.”

Prof. Noreddine Ghaffour: “AI-integrated desalination enhances water security, cultivates Saudi technical talent, encourages research and innovation, and opens opportunities for local companies.”

Together, their insights show both the opportunity for Saudi Arabia’s water sector and the work needed to make it a reality.

Read the full article in Arab News

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