Clean water is one of the basic needs of society. Unfortunately, clean, drinkable water is often difficult to obtain during droughts. Some coastal areas have abundant water, but it is brackish and unfit for consumption.
To address this, Professor Samsudin Anis of Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) developed a device that can convert air into clean drinking water. This device is expected to provide a solution for communities affected by drought.
The device developed by Professor Samsudin Anis is called the Atmospheric Water Maker (AWM). This machine extracts moisture from the air through a filtration and condensation process. The collected water is then purified to meet drinking water standards, producing water that is safe for consumption.
This idea was born from the frequent droughts in southern Java and eastern Indonesia, areas that often face difficulties in obtaining clean water.
Professor Samsudin said this technology was designed to be a lifesaver for residents experiencing water crises. He hopes this device can become a national innovation, given that Indonesia does not yet have similar technology.
“This idea stems from a real-life problem faced by communities. In several coastal areas, including Kalimantan, water is abundant, but it is brackish. This device is expected to provide a solution,” said Prof. Samsudin.
To develop his research, Prof. Anis has collaborated with an electronics company to prepare for mass production of the device. This collaboration is expected to accelerate the process from laboratory to market, making the AWM accessible to households and communities across the region.
This machine is designed for use in both the public and medical sectors. In hospitals and healthcare facilities, the water produced can be used for therapeutic and clinical purposes. For the general public, the AWM has the potential to become a source of drinking water in homes, offices, and public facilities.
With the threat of drought expected to worsen in the coming years, the Atmospheric Water Maker is more than just a technological breakthrough. It offers a sustainable solution and innovation with a real impact, addressing the challenges facing communities.
