We conduct analysis to better understand the relationship between water, energy, and methods to reduce their interdependence. We evaluate the R&D opportunities for reducing the energy consumption, CO2 emissions, and cost of seawater desalination for U.S. public water supply. See our interim report for foundational information on seawater desalination: https://eta-publications.lbl.gov/sites/default/files/lbnl-1006424.pdf
Berkeley Lab's Prakash Rao talks about the benefits and challenges of desalination
Berkeley Lab research scientist and head of the Building and Industrial Applications Department, Prakash Rao, was featured in a 2019 CNBC video that explored how desalination can address the global water shortages. Rao has contributed to research surrounding the challenges and benefits of desalination.