A new energy-efficient desalination system developed at the University of Rochester produces fresh water without chemical additives and transforms leftover salts into useful materials. The solar-thermal desalination process overcomes the drawbacks of traditional techniques by producing fresh water in an energy-efficient way that does not leave behind harmful brine. This innovative approach offers a sustainable solution to the global water crisis and reduces the negative impact on sea life caused by traditional desalination methods.
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