BRIN Develops Rainwater Harvesting Technology And Air Hoarders To Overcome Water Crisis

The concept of technology to deal with the problem of the water crisis (photo: dock. BRIN)

JAKARTA The Steering Committee of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), I Gede Wenten, introduced two new technologies, namely harvesting rainwater farming and water vapor (AWG).

Both were developed to overcome the problem of the water crisis in Indonesia. In developing water management technology, Wenten said that the concept of eco-efficient or ecological efficiency is very important to use.

This concept is considered to be able to maximize the use of clean water resources by minimizing energy and chemical needs. In addition, this concept also reduces efficiency in terms of land and operational costs.

"The main principle is to process water without causing a new environmental impact, while ensuring the sustainability of water supply for the community," said Wenten, launching from BRIN on Thursday, November 13.

The rainwater harvesting technology is equipped with a remineralization system, where pure rainwater is filtered, stored, and added with natural minerals. The addition of minerals such as limestone and magnesium is important so that rainwater is drinkable.

This technology is considered to have great potential in areas with high rainfall. Usually, this area often faces limited access to clean groundwater sources. By harvesting rain, dependence on groundwater can be reduced.

Meanwhile, AWG is a tool that can condense water vapor from humid air. This tool is considered suitable for coastal areas or remote islands. These areas often do not have an offer of water sources.

The initial version of the AWG is still overusing electricity, this tool is referred to as an important alternative in locations without water sources. Wenten said that the latest version will be specially designed using solar power.

"The latest version is even designed to use solar power in order to function in areas without electricity or fuel supply," said Wenten.

All of these innovations show BRIN's commitment to providing efficient and sustainable clean water solutions. This solution continues to be developed in accordance with geographical conditions and the challenges of the water crisis in Indonesia.