The world needs water. Hear what it has to say

“We know that water security is literally a matter of life and death.”Tanya Plibersek, Minister for the Environment and Water, Australia

“Most people will experience the impact of climate change through water. 2 Billion People already lack access to safely managed drinking water, and this problem is only going to get worse due to the climate crisis. The world is changing.”Secretary John F. Kerry, United States Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Change

“Each generation has its own challenges, but no generation has faced such an urgent and formidable challenge as climate change and global warming….This is the battle for our lifetime.”Sebastian Piñera, Former Chilean President

We believe in impactful growth. Desalination and Reuse technologies have been changing drastically over the last fifty-few years, and we want to showcase the instrumental role of IDRA and its members in driving this development. Explore the history of change here

Impact in numbers created through Desalination and Water Reuse

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A total of over 18,214 plants have been contracted
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88,91 million m3/day cumulative installed desal capacity
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The number of countries where desalination is practiced
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129,53 million m3/day cumulative installed reuse capacity

* Resource: IDRA Water Security Handbook, 2019 – 2020 and GWI DesalData

Impact in numbers created through Desalination and Water Reuse

The intensification of droughts due to climate change is evident. Water reuse presents a viable solution to address escalating water demands. It facilitates the creation of a sustainable and dependable water supply and the opportunity to replenish natural resources. Additionally there exist approximately 22,000 desalination plants worldwide, catering to the clean drinking water requirements of over 300 million individuals.

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Desalination CAPEX in 2023
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Desalination OPEX in 2023
109.0 million m3/day
Global Desalination Contracted Capacity
259.0 million m3/day
Global Contracted Water Reuse Capacity
4.0 million m3/day
New Contracted Desalination Capacity in 2022
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New Contracted Water Reuse Capacity in 2022
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Number of Desalination Plants Awarded in 2022-2023
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Number of Water Reuse Plants Awarded in 2022-2023

Source: Desal Data and IDRA Desalination & Reuse Handbook 2023-2024

IDRA Corporate Member News

Industry News

The IDRA conducted a survey to provide ECHA information on the current use of PVDF-based membranes (MF/UF) in water treatment systems. The survey pertained to water treatment systems in the European Community: EU countries.

The IDRA strongly encouraged end-users/operators to complete the survey to support ECHA decision-making.

ECHA (European Chemicals Agency, an agency of the EU that implements the regulation of chemicals to protect health and the environment) is currently soliciting public consultation on the restriction of around 10,000 per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs).

More detailed information about the restriction proposal of PFAS in the EU can be located at https://www.echa.europa.eu.

The IDRA Survey results have been gathered and sent to ECHA. The IDRA’s conclusive report is available for viewing here.

IDRA latest news

IDRA is the voice of the global desalination and water reuse community in media around the world. IDRA welcomes inquiries from the media and is pleased to be a resource for stories about desalination, water reuse, integrated water management strategies, water resources or related topics.

IDRA World Congress 2024: Addressing Water Scarcity

The IDRA World Congress 2024, hosted by the Department of Energy Abu Dhabi, will be held from December 8 to 12, 2024, at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. It is a premier event focusing on desalination and water reuse technologies as solutions to address global water scarcity and climate change’s impact on natural water resources. The event will bring together experts from the water reuse, desalination, and renewable energy sectors for a week of knowledge-sharing and business development. Registration is open, and interested attendees can register at wc.idadesal.org

Enjoy the Summer-Fall 2024 edition of IDRA Global Connections Magazine! This issue places a special emphasis on innovation in reverse osmosis membranes and advanced brine management methods. The articles reflect a firm commitment to developing solutions that not only ensure water supply but also protect our natural resources.

IDRA Talks

A series of short and dynamic video talks from members and stakeholders about desalination and advanced water treatment solutions. The Talks will focus on research and innovation, project development, finance, legal frameworks, operations and maintenance, incorporation of renewable energy, digitalization of water assets, ocean brine concentrate mining, and many more topics.

If you’re a member of the IDRA and would like to record a talk, please contact us at info@idadesal.org

IDRA Board Elections

The nomination and election process for the IDRA Board of Directors term 2022-2024 will open on January 6, 2022.

Active members in the IDRA since July 2020 are eligible to stand for election. The IDRA board is a working board with several standing and special committees. Candidates should be knowledgeable about IDRA’s mission and activities, and be available to dedicate time to the association.

All nominations should be sent to the IDRA office to the attention of IDRA Secretary General, Ms. Shannon McCarthy, at info@idadesal.org.

Advertising and Sponsorship Opportunities, for more information contact sponsorships@idadesal.org

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