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Description
Improving the status of water bodies in Greece is highly necessary, as Greek islands are experiencing increased water shortage. This project is expected to substantially support the existing water supply network of the Mandra-Eidyllia municipality, which presents significant problems after periods of no rain and especially during the summer season, responding with difficulty to the needs of residents and visitors. To achieve this, the project will supply, transport and commission a prefabricated portable seawater desalination unit with multiple treatment stages, with a minimum total capacity of 600 m3/d of potable desalinated water, as well as constructing the necessary supporting infrastructure for the operation of the unit.
At the same time, the project aims to protect the environment, by applying the most mature and modern water treatment technologies, taking into account the parameters of climate change and the energy footprint of conventional desalination units.
Summary of project results
Alepochori is a seaside settlement that has experienced a large tourist development in recent years. In addition to the permanent population, it also has rental accommodation. During the summer period, the population (permanent and seasonal) exceeds 3 000 inhabitants.
Until now, both the quantity and quality of water supplying the Municipality of Alepohori was insufficient to meet the needs, resulting in severe problems, especially during the summer months. Most existing boreholes and springs in the area provide water of unsuitable quality for water supply due to increased conductivity and increased concentration of chlorine ions. In recent years, efforts have been made to find water (of suitable quality) but have been unsuccessful.
The supply currently does not meet demand and the quality of the water is polluted with chlorine ions above normal levels. The supply is not sufficient and needs to be increased, resulting in pressure on the water supply in the area.
The Project concerns the supply and installation of an innovative and environmentally friendly seawater desalination plant with a total capacity of 600 m³/day, with a brine treatment system, in Alepochori, Municipality of Mandra - Eidyllia.
The operation of the desalination plant is combined with the application of renewable energy sources (RES) using efficient autonomous photovoltaic (PV) systems with a power of 5 kW and the associated control-protection devices.
The project includes the accompanying works for the development of the desalination plant installation site, as well as water intake and discharge.
A communication plan (website, conference, etc) is in place, to exchange know-how and disseminate knowledge regarding the project by providing information to the public.
- Supply, installation, and full operation of a new desalination unit with the accompanying equipment of total capacity of 600 m3/day.
- Supply and installation of a photovoltaic park with a power of 5 kW.
- Reduction of salt waste through the application of green Innovative technologies
- Reduction of Energy consumption through the application of green Innovative technologies
- Number of water bodies with imporved environmental status: 2
- Number of beneficiaries of services provided or improved: 3.215
- Improving the quality of life of residents and visitors
- Improving drinking water quality.