Reza Khoshbouy
Assistant Professor
Green Carbon Research Center, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Sahand University of Technology
Participates in
TECHNICAL PROGRAMME | Energy Infrastructure
Water Management in the Energy Industry: Innovations for Sustainability & Efficiency
Forum 12 | Technical Programme Hall 2
30
April
10:00
11:30
UTC+3
The sustainable management of water presents a critical challenge for the energy industry, necessitating treatment technologies that offer both high operational efficiency and a minimal environmental footprint. This study evaluates Capacitive Deionization (CDI) as an electrochemical desalination technology capable of enhancing the sustainability of water treatment operations, particularly by minimizing chemical consumption. The research evaluates the performance of CDI systems for treating water, focusing on their energy consumption, water recovery, and overall environmental advantages compared to conventional methods like thermal and membrane-based desalination. Unlike thermal and membrane-based desalination processes, CDI operates at low pressures and temperatures, significantly reducing energy consumption and associated greenhouse gas emissions. The investigation leverages data from pilot-scale CDI installations to demonstrate the technology's efficacy. This study showcases the latest breakthroughs in CDI technology, including developing advanced materials, including redox-active materials and novel cell architectures, that promise to further enhance performance and reduce costs. The study's findings confirm that advanced carbon electrode materials and optimized cell designs enable CDI systems to consistently meet water quality standards for discharge and potential reuse. This work concludes that the inherent mechanism of CDI (electrosorption of ions) avoids the need for high-pressure pumps and extensive chemical pre-treatment, thereby reducing operational complexity, cost, and environmental impacts. The evidence presented indicates that Capacitive Deionization is a viable and robust technology that can enhance the sustainability of water management within the energy sector, aligning with industry goals for greater efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
Co-author/s:
Fatemeh Mianjian, M.Sc. Graduate, Green Carbon Research Center, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Sahand University of Technology.
Co-author/s:
Fatemeh Mianjian, M.Sc. Graduate, Green Carbon Research Center, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Sahand University of Technology.
