Global site selection for hybrid solar thermal desalination: advancing the energy-water nexus with open-source tools

Key Points

• Optimized site selection enhances desalination efficiency and sustainability, addressing water scarcity.
• Key metrics include improved resource allocation and energy efficiency in various geographical regions.
• Assessment of global sites employs open-source tools to analyze solar thermal integration in desalination.
• Implications suggest enhanced water access in arid areas, requiring further validation of findings in mixed environments.