TITLE:
Impacts of Climate Change on Seawater Temperature and Total Dissolved Solids: Challenges and Sustainable Solutions for Reverse Osmosis Desalination in the Arabian Gulf Region
AUTHORS:
Ahmed Al Kubaish, Jamal Salama
KEYWORDS:
Climate Change, Temperature, Reverse Osmosis, Seawater, Total Dissolved Solids, Desalination
JOURNAL NAME:
Computational Water, Energy, and Environmental Engineering,
Vol.13 No.1,
January
23,
2024
ABSTRACT: This article examines the influence of seawater temperature and total
dissolved solids (TDS) on reverse osmosis (RO) desalination in the Arabian Gulf
region, with a focus on the impact of climate change. The study highlights the
changes in seawater temperature and TDS levels over the years and discusses
their effects on the efficiency and productivity of RO desalination plants. It
emphasizes the importance of monitoring TDS levels and controlling seawater
temperature to optimize water production. The article also suggests various
solutions, including intensive pre-treatment, development of high-performance membranes, exploration of alternative water sources, and regulation of
discharges into the Gulf, to ensure sustainable water supply in the face of
rising TDS levels and seawater temperature. Further research and comprehensive
monitoring are recommended to understand the implications of these findings and
develop effective strategies for the management of marine resources in the
Arabian Gulf.