Responding to water challenges in Greece through desalination: energy considerations |
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Authors: | A. Kartalidis E. Tzen E. Kampragkou |
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Affiliation: | 1. School of Chemical Engineering, Technical University of Athens, Athens, Greece;2. Independent Engineer, Athens, Greece |
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Abstract: | AbstractDesalination technology, and reverse osmosis in particular, is used by several island authorities in Greece to address water scarcity. However, this is a highly energy-intensive technique, requiring the consumption of significant quantities of fossil fuels. The case of Syros Island is presented, to demonstrate the strong water–energy link in the operation of desalination plants. The article also discusses the use of renewable energy sources as a means for reducing the energy intensity of desalination. |
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Keywords: | Greek islands desalination reverse osmosis RES-powered desalination water scarcity greek islands water-energy nexus |
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