Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company (EEIC) has taken a significant step in advancing the desalination industry by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MediSun Energy, a company specializing in osmotic (blue) energy. The collaboration aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of water desalination processes, addressing both environmental and energy challenges.
The MoU was officially signed at the World Utilities Congress 2024 by Hagop Dermosessian, General Manager of EEIC and GCG Engineering Services, and Dusun Kim, Co-Founder and CEO of MediSun Energy. Through this partnership, EEIC will harness MediSun Energy’s innovative WEGen technology to improve energy efficiency in desalination and brine management. This collaboration aligns with EEIC’s long-term strategy to expand its footprint in the renewable energy industry.
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A Game-Changer for the Desalination Industry
This partnership is a critical response to the pressing water and energy challenges faced by the UAE and the global community. Traditional reverse osmosis (RO) desalination systems are known for their high energy consumption and production of brine byproducts, which create both environmental and economic burdens. MediSun Energy’s WEGen technology provides a groundbreaking solution by utilizing osmotic power to generate electricity while simultaneously reducing energy consumption. This approach not only improves the sustainability of desalination processes but also offers a significant reduction in energy use—up to 30% compared to conventional RO systems.
Advancing Sustainable Water Management
Dusun Kim, CEO of MediSun Energy, emphasized the importance of the collaboration, stating, “Our partnership with EEIC marks a pivotal moment in sustainable water management. By integrating our WEGen technology, which taps into osmotic power, we can make desalination processes more energy-efficient, reducing consumption by 30% compared to traditional methods. This partnership is a critical milestone in achieving our vision of Blue Energy and delivering sustainable solutions across the UAE.”
Hagop Dermosessian of EEIC echoed this sentiment, highlighting the strategic value of the collaboration: “This partnership with MediSun Energy is an exciting advancement in sustainable water and brine management in the UAE. Leveraging our extensive expertise, we aim to introduce innovative solutions that not only enhance efficiency but also protect the environment by mitigating the high costs associated with traditional RO systems. As MediSun Energy’s exclusive distributor in the UAE, we’re poised to lead in delivering renewable energy solutions.”
Shaping the Future of Renewable Energy in the UAE
This collaboration between EEIC and MediSun Energy represents a forward-thinking approach to solving some of the most critical challenges in water desalination. By implementing advanced technologies like WEGen, both companies are playing a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable water management in the UAE, supporting the nation’s broader sustainability and innovation goals.
With EEIC’s two decades of experience in delivering comprehensive solutions in the renewable energy sector, the partnership is poised to revolutionize the desalination industry, making it more sustainable and energy-efficient for future generations.
Together, EEIC and MediSun Energy are not only addressing immediate challenges but also contributing to a more sustainable future for the desalination and water management industries.
