IDE Technologies’ Holistic Sustainable Desalination and Energy Center Solution is a groundbreaking innovation designed to optimize desalination processes while minimizing environmental impact. This comprehensive solution combines cutting-edge desalination technology with energy-efficient systems and integrated carbon capture to deliver high-performance, sustainable water management.
Driving efficiency & Sustainability
At the core of this solution is the use of steam-driven high-pressure pumps connected directly to a steam turbine, which utilizes both electricity and steam generated on-site. This direct drive system eliminates the inefficiencies associated with traditional desalination systems, such as electricity generators, electric motors, variable frequency drives (VFD), and transmission systems. By streamlining energy flow, it enables more flexible, efficient operations that respond dynamically to varying water demand.
Independent Power Station
The system achieves a significant reduction in Specific Energy (SE) consumption—up to 10% compared to conventional facilities—while improving operational efficiency. It also features an energy center that locally generates both electricity and steam, allowing the facility to operate independently of fluctuating external electricity grids, thus enhancing resilience and energy stability.
Direct Drive Steam Driven & Energy Recovery System
In addition, the integrated carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) system captures CO2 emissions from the power station’s flue gases, recycling them into the desalination process. This reduces the facility’s carbon footprint by 30% compared to traditional desalination plants, showcasing IDE’s commitment to sustainable operations.
The Carbon Capture, utilization and storage unit
IDE’s Holistic Sustainable Desalination and Energy Center Solution sets a new global standard for cost-effective, environmentally responsible desalination. It is a solution that not only addresses the growing global demand for fresh water but also ensures that the environmental impact is minimized, safeguarding the planet’s resources for future generations.
