Experts in the field of biology, chemistry, engineering and desalination will give an introduction into the desalination technologies and an overview of their environmental impacts. The training course is focused on the basic descriptions of technological and environmental processes all environmental compartments: Seawater and freshwater properties and related pre- and post-treatment technologies; energy use, renewable energies and related atmospheric emissions; construction related impacts; physical and biological characteristics of brine chemical discharges into the sea and their impact on the marine ecology. In addition, concepts regarding the design and assessment of desalination plant impacts, as well as mitigation measures are presented.

The ultimate purpose of this intensive course is to improve the skills of desalination and environment professionals and increase their awareness of the impacts of desalination plants on the environment. It is therefore designed to provide technical training and guidance to engineers, scientists, regulators, consultants and students.