INNOVATIVE WATER FOR WELLNESS (IWW) SYSTEM: SOLAR-POWERED WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM

Abstract

Numerous regions worldwide experience water shortages due to increasing demand and limited resources. In many areas, particularly in developing countries with limited access to electricity, obtaining clean and decontaminated water poses a significant challenge. As a result, wastewater recycling has become essential. This study aimed to develop a solar-powered water purification system capable of converting wastewater into recycled water for various beneficial uses, including agricultural and landscaping irrigation, industrial applications, toilet flushing, and groundwater replenishment. Additionally, the study examined the use of renewable energy technology, such as solar panels paired with battery storage, to ensure continuous system operation, especially in remote or rural areas without electricity and during emergencies or natural disasters. This study employed a true experimental research design to investigate the cause-and-effect relationship of the Innovative Water for Wellness (IWW) System on wastewater treatment. Wastewater samples from two different sources were collected using sterilized 300-ml containers, with one sample taken from each source. After passing through the water purification system, the treated wastewater from both sources was collected again in sterilized 300-ml containers. The water samples underwent microbiological testing to identify contaminants. Descriptive statistical tools, such as mean analysis, were used to evaluate the efficiency of the IWW system. The Innovative Water for Wellness (IWW) System successfully purified wastewater containing Total Coliform, Thermotolerant Coliform, and Heterotrophic Plate Count (HPC). Microbiological testing using the Multiple Tube Fermentation Technique and Pour Plate Method yielded average values of less than 1.1, indicating that all results were below the standard parameters. Additionally, the system produced 3 liters of purified water in 59 minutes and 32.4 seconds and demonstrated the capability to operate continuously for up to 9 hours through its dual power source configuration, utilizing both solar panels and battery storage. The Innovative Water for Wellness (IWW) System demonstrated its effectiveness in converting wastewater into recyclable water, as confirmed by laboratory testing. Its operational efficiency was further highlighted by its ability to purify 3 liters of water in under one hour. Moreover, the system’s seamless transition between power sources ensured uninterrupted operation, establishing it as a reliable and practical solution for addressing water scarcity.