Implemented project - Mykolaiv
“Europe’s Largest Solar Water Desalination Plant - Response to Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine”
Since the start of Russia's invasion in February 2022, Mykolaiv has faced relentless bombardment, resulting in extensive damage to infrastructure, including the central water supply network. With the city situated near a river and the sea, untreated water fails to meet drinking standards.
The damage to the power grid causes interruptions in the electricity supply needed for water treatment. The destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Station worsened the situation, depriving many regions of southern Ukraine of water supply. In response, Boreal Light's expertise in providing clean drinking water to off-grid communities offered a simple and effective solution to Mykolaiv's urgent needs.
Boreal Light manufactured and installed 5 solar water desalination systems to Mykolaiv, producing 125,000 L/h of hygiene drinking water, covering the whole population of the city (250,000 people). Systems can work using only solar energy,but can also work in hybrid mode (from grid during the night), doubling the capacity of water produced (covering up to 500,000 people)
Key Facts
Technology transfer
Solar-PV powered reverse osmosis water treatment plant for the production of clean drinking water
Status
Commissioned in October 2023
Country, region
Ukraine, Mykolaiv
Impact achieved
Affordable access to clean drinking water for the residents of Mykolaiv
