Pressure retarded osmosis (PRO) is a novel process for generating energy utilizing forward osmosis. Forward osmosis is achieved through the salinity differences between fresh (river) water and seawater. Pilot test data is presented on a PRO system. Efficiency and footprint of PRO is compared to other renewable energy sources. Challenegs for commercialization of the technology are also discussed.
This presentation is available to AMTA Members only.
Speaker
- Amy E. Childress
Company
- University of Nevada, Reno
Event
- AMTA/AWWA Membrane Technology Conference, San Antonio, TX
Session
- AMTA/AWWA Membrane Technology Conference
Date
- 02/25/2013
Media
Keywords
- Pressure retarded osmosis, renewable energy, forward osmosis
Reference
- 9659-DP1164