# Solarized Desalination Plants Ibm Solar-Powered Desalination Project Could Help Desert Populations By Katherinev123 | Published 2010-04-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ibm-solar-powered-desalination References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/ibm-solar-powered-desalination/14760/) & [kacst.edu.sa](http://www.kacst.edu.sa/en/Pages/default.aspx) Created in collaboration with Saudi Arabia's King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, the IBM solar-powered desalination project could stand to solve the water problem in desert areas. The aim of the IBM solar-powered desalination project is the creation of a desalination plant in Al Khafji, Saudi Arabia, that uses [solar arrays for energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gigawatt-solar-projects) and can produce--on a daily basis--7.9 gallons of water. This is enough for 100,000 people. **Implications** - The IBM solar-powered desalination plant is a brilliant project in how it is attempting to use [alternative energy sources](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photovoltaic-system1) for highly innovative purposes. IBM has always been a company that has remained at the vanguard. What do you think about this project? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Desalination:** The IBM solar-powered desalination project showcases the use of alternative energy sources for water production, offering opportunities for sustainable water solutions. - **Alternative Energy Innovation:** The collaboration between IBM and King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology highlights the potential for innovative applications of alternative energy sources. - **Water Crisis Solutions:** The IBM desalination project addresses the water scarcity issue in desert areas, presenting opportunities for developing effective solutions to the global water crisis. ### Where This Applies - **Renewable Energy:** The solar-powered desalination project by IBM indicates the potential for renewable energy technologies to revolutionize water treatment and supply. - **Water Technology:** The collaboration between IBM and the desalination industry demonstrates the use of cutting-edge technology to address pressing water challenges. - **Environmental Sustainability:** The IBM project highlights the role of environmental sustainability in the future of water management, signaling opportunities for businesses in this space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tire-Crafted Solar Stills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-solar-still.md) - [Solar-Powered Pool Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-pool-ionizer.md) - [Rain-Collecting Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bpas-architects.md) - [Atmospheric Water Generator Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watercube100-wc100.md) - [Exceptionally Efficient Solar Cells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/efficient-solar-cell.md) - [Challenging Photovoltaic System Deployments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photovoltaic-system1.md) - [Efficient Scalable Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovskia-solar.md) - [Gigawatt Solar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gigawatt-solar-projects.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakham-sun-city.md)