Having read sci-fi books such as dune and watched star wars to death, the concept of a moisture farm has always seemed like one of those sci-fi inventions which could plausibly be made reality in our life times, and now it seems it has. As reported by The Guardian/Observer, this is The eco machine that can magic water out of thin air
A Canadian company, Element Four, has created The WaterMill which in their words
The device can produce up to 12 liters of drinking quality water per day, fixed to the outside of a house and connected to the sink, refridgerator or a custom dispenser. It also contains a filtration system which ensures the water is "clean and free of toxins and bacteria - more pure than tap water or even spring water."
The possibilities of this device and the technology which may come from it in the future are quite awe inspiring. At the moment these devices are suitable for houses, I can easily imagine the potential for larger devices serving companies, or more importantly, communities. In addition, Element Four intend to have systems available that run on a solar panel or wind generator in the near future.
This looks great but I wonder what the effect millions of these devices, sucking the moisture out of the air, might have on the climate?
A Canadian company, Element Four, has created The WaterMill which in their words"is an atmospheric water collection device that condenses water vapor and purifies it. In English: It's a home appliance that makes drinking water for your whole family - using only air."With demand for water increasing, and the possibility of wars over water looming for many countries, this seems like it maybe a way for civilisation to decrease its water consumption.
The device can produce up to 12 liters of drinking quality water per day, fixed to the outside of a house and connected to the sink, refridgerator or a custom dispenser. It also contains a filtration system which ensures the water is "clean and free of toxins and bacteria - more pure than tap water or even spring water."
The possibilities of this device and the technology which may come from it in the future are quite awe inspiring. At the moment these devices are suitable for houses, I can easily imagine the potential for larger devices serving companies, or more importantly, communities. In addition, Element Four intend to have systems available that run on a solar panel or wind generator in the near future.
This looks great but I wonder what the effect millions of these devices, sucking the moisture out of the air, might have on the climate?
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