Abstract: Desalination of oceanic waters is an ideal solution for coastal communities such as in Lakshadweep, that are faced with a shortage of quality drinking water. When designs are simple and innovative, in keeping with local conditions, communities and local authorities can successfully maintain them on handover.
Inputs from M V Ramana Murthy, Head, Ocean Structures and Island Desalination, and Purnima Jalihal, Head, Energy and Fresh Water, National Institute of Ocean Technology, Chennai, respectively. purnima@niot.res.in
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