The prototype is able to produce 3,000 litres of water per day, even in extreme conditions like the desert. The machine captures dissolved water in the atmosphere, although it is scarce, and condenses it. The results have meant that the Namibian government, a country with serious drought problems, has commissioned production of 1,500 units by […]
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A business develops a device capable of detecting leaks in water pipes with greater precision and speed
Technology developed by a young company from Málaga in collaboration with the University of Málaga allows a more precise and quicker detection of leaks in water pipes. A ball is placed in the pipes and after travelling up to 20 kilometres, sends the location of leaks to a tablet via GPS, leaks which are detected by […]
Sixto Malato, research about solar energy to remove contaminants from drinking water
Sixto Malato wasn’t a vocational chemist, however, this changed the day he felt in love with research. Born in Almería, he is one of the most important scientists in Spain, and has been distinguished with the Jaime I Award in the Environment category; the second most important awarded in Spain after the Princess of Asturias. […]
Secondary students collaborate on research with CSIC in an innovative educational model
A group of students at the Claret de Sevilla Secondary School work side by side with the Superior Council of Scientific Research on real research which looks into a more sustainable use of water in the irrigation system for strawberries in Huelva. This is possible thanks to a pioneering agreement between three parties: the Superior […]