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[–] dsemy@lemm.ee 3 points 2 years ago (3 children)

This is actually done on a massive scale in Israel, around half our drinking water is desalinated.

[–] Konlanx@lemmy.ml 2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

Egypt does this as well. Well known tourist region Hurghada gets nearly all its drinking water from desalination.

[–] Haui@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 2 years ago

Thank you both for stating that. Also, how is the energy demand high if you just need the sunlight. Thats my question. :)

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