MediSun and SK ENF cooperate within the RED-Brine Mining project

SINGAPORE, June 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – MediSun Energy is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SEONGGWANG E&F (SK ENF). The goal of this collaboration is to integrate SK ENF’s magnesium carbonation mineral technology with MediSun’s reverse electrodialysis (RED) technology to create sustainable and efficient brine treatment solutions for the desalination industry.

The desalination industry faces challenges related to high energy consumption and the environmental impact of brine disposal. Traditional methods are energy-intensive and harm marine ecosystems through excessive brine discharge. By combining their technologies, MediSun Energy and SK ENF aim to address these challenges and set a new standard for sustainable desalination.

SK ENF’s microbubble reaction technology captures carbon dioxide (CO₂) and produces magnesium carbonate (MgCO₃) from the desalination brine, reducing pretreatment costs associated with RED, which typically requires removal of magnesium (Mg) and calcium (Ca). This process increases the efficiency of the RED membrane and converts Mg and Ca into valuable resources, turning pretreatment into a dual-purpose resource production and carbon capture process. For comparison, for each tonne of processed brine water, MediSun can extract 8 kg of MgCO₃ and offset 3.1 kg of CO₂, bringing us closer to net carbon neutrality in the brine desalination and purification process.

The collaboration will also include joint technical assessments, feasibility studies and strategic planning to ensure seamless integration and increased performance of the combined technology. Both companies will analyze market demand and build pilot plants to verify the technology’s effectiveness and economic viability.

Dusun Kim, CEO of MediSun Energy, said: “We are excited to work with SK ENF to combine our technologies and push the boundaries of what is possible in desalination. This partnership represents a significant step forward in our commitment to energy-efficient and sustainable water solutions.”

Dr. Hong Wonseok, CEO of SK ENF, commented: “Our collaboration with MediSun Energy is a strategic move to enhance our technological capabilities and contribute to sustainable practices in the desalination industry. This partnership underlines our commitment to driving innovations that solve key water sustainability challenges.

MediSun Energy technology is renowned for significant energy savings, elimination of brine discharges and net zero carbon emissions. It also helps customers generate additional revenues from brine extraction, particularly through magnesium carbonate extraction. This versatile and affordable technology can be retrofitted to existing RO systems, making it suitable for a wide range of desalination applications.

About MediSun Energy

MediSun Energy is a technology-driven company committed to providing clean and affordable energy. Our innovative WEGEN (RED) reverse electrodialysis technology converts saltwater into electricity, harnessing the ocean’s potential for sustainable energy. Committed to a carbon neutral future, our goal is to create a world where all energy is clean and green, by combining commercial practicality with sustainable practices.

About SK ENF

SK ENF, a spin-out company from the Korea Institute of Machines and Materials (KIMM), specializes in environmental machinery. As a specialized green construction corporation registered in Korea, the company offers customized solutions for the waste treatment industry.

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