SunTech Drive has developed sophisticated evaporation pond solutions incorporating surface based elements such as misting nozzles and liner drip lines during warm temperatures that automatically switch to subsurface elements such as compressed air diffusers when winds gust or temperatures drop. All of these mechanical elements are driven by common solar PV assets to optimize ROI. The system is comprised of multiple autonomous zones each driven by small pumps and compressors taking advantage of the variable drive and boost capability of the PicoCell. Integral communications and sensor inputs allow for the incorporation of sophisticated sensor networks measuring wind speed and direction, air and water temperature, humidity, etc. Enhanced evaporation rates up to 6X the passive rate can be achieved with no variable operating expense. ROIs can be less than 1 year.
