Technological Innovation in the Area of Drinking Water for Treatment of Saline Water

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Shrivastava, Brajesh K.^*

Affiliations: Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation (Government of India), Paryavaran Bhawan, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003

Correspondence: [*] Corresponding Author. [email protected]

Abstract: The research paper reviews different types of desalination technologies for drinking water and the innovation in conventional drinking water purification systems for inland and sea water salinity. It also provides the updated status of salinity problem in India and attempts to document field experiences in tackling desalination problem for the benefit of the people with scientific approach.

Keywords: Salinity, reverse osmosis, habitations, LTTD plants

DOI: 10.3233/AJW-160025

Journal: Asian Journal of Water, Environment and Pollution, vol. 13, no. 3, pp. 37-44, 2016