Reverse Electrodialysis: Potential Reduction in Energy and Emissions of Desalination

Resumen

This work examines relevant factors in reverse electrodialysis (RED) application in desalination plants to reach a more sustainable and clean water supply portfolio. Specifically, our work quantifies the energy and emissions savings stemmed from reverse electrodialysis (RED) clean energy generated out of desalination?s concentrate effluents through simulation. This assessment may assist in the selection of optimal working conditions, make explicit the decisive factors on RED?s performance and devise strategies to enhance energy conversion according to site-specific factors. The technical and environmental assessment may be useful in the prospective advancements towards full-scale RED technology deployment in energy-intensive processes such as desalination.