ACCIONA, a leading global provider of regenerative solutions for a decarbonized economy, recently hosted a panel discussion at the Spanish Embassy in Riyadh, marking the inaugural event of its Talks series aimed at promoting sustainability in Saudi Arabia. The discussion, titled "The Saudi Solution for Water Sustainability: Reverse Osmosis Desalination," focused on the pivotal role of reverse osmosis technology in addressing water scarcity challenges in the Kingdom.
The panel, comprised of esteemed figures from government, business, and the water sector, highlighted the significance of managing water resources efficiently amidst a growing population and expanding economy. With Saudi Arabia heavily reliant on desalination plants due to its arid climate and limited freshwater sources, the importance of investing in technologies like reverse osmosis was underscored.
Key speakers included Mr. Khaled Al Qourashi, CEO of SWPC; Mr. Khalid Al Habib, Chief Investment Officer of WTTCO; Mr. Mohammed Alhajjaj, CEO of ENGIE KSA, and Manuel Manjon, CEO of ACCIONA’s Water business line. Moderated by Julio de la Rosa, Middle East Business Development Director for ACCIONA's Water Business, the discussion delved into how initiatives like Saudi Vision 2030 prioritize the development and expansion of desalination technologies to ensure a reliable water supply for domestic, industrial, and agricultural purposes.
Javier Nieto, KSA Director for ACCIONA's Water business, emphasized the company's commitment to supporting the Kingdom's vision, citing ongoing and completed projects aimed at enhancing water security and resilience to climate shocks for millions of people.
Saudi Arabia's prominence as one of the largest producers of desalinated water underscores the critical role of reverse osmosis technology in addressing water scarcity. With demand for desalinated water projected to increase significantly by 2040, ACCIONA's use of efficient reverse osmosis technology is crucial for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.
