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Clean H2O Collectors

The 'Source of Water' Draws in and Sanitizes Liquid from Contaminated Streams

— September 7, 2012 — Unique
The naked eye cannot accurately recognize an adequately sanitary supply of H2O. This is where the 'Source of Water' comes in handy, and particularly for people in developing countries.

No, sadly this contraption does not locate clean reservoirs, but it does something much more useful for folks who have some body of water close to their homes. The system comprises a floatation device, a tall tubular canteen and a filter to gather and refine the dirty water of the river.

The water purifier's outer layer is a porous PVC wall with a stainless steel casing that contains activated carbon particles. A fine filtration membrane is the final barrier for the fluid to cross before it collects in the spacious canister. Wang Can's 'Source of Water' passively accumulates H2O using pressure so that the user can carry on with her other duties.
Trend Themes
1. Water Purification Devices - Innovative water purification devices offer an opportunity to provide clean and safe drinking water to developing countries.
2. Sustainable Filtration Technology - The development of sustainable filtration technology can help combat the global water crisis while lessening negative environmental impacts.
3. Passive Water Collection - Passive water collection offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for individuals and communities with limited access to clean water sources.
Industry Implications
1. Environment - The environmental industry can utilize sustainable filtration technology to address global water quality concerns and develop new water purification solutions.
2. Humanitarian Aid - Humanitarian aid organizations can utilize innovative water purification devices to deliver clean and safe drinking water to individuals and communities impacted by natural disasters, conflicts or limited access to clean water sources.
3. Consumer Goods - Consumer goods companies can explore passive water collection to develop sustainable and affordable water filtration products for environmentally conscious consumers.
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