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PostApril 24, 2017

This new solar-powered device can pull water straight from the desert air

Researchers at MIT and the University of California, Berkeley have developed a device capable of removing water directly from desert air. 

The device works by pulling in air flow at night and absorbing the water molecules. During the heat of the day, the water is then released as vapour, condenses and is collected below. 

Learn more about the impressive device here. 

Photo from Wang Lab at MIT

by ClimateX Team
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