Global water insecurity is thirsting for innovative solutions to fortify sufficient, safe, and affordable water for drinking, sanitation, and agriculture.
A trailblazing Australian company has simply decided that we should “grow” water right along with popular crops, specifically tomatoes. Botanical Water Technologies (BWT) is offering sustainable water filtration systems that capture and purify water byproducts of tomato processing.
Tomatoes are made up of about 95% water.1
BWT’s innovative approach minimizes the environmental impact of traditional water treatment and harvests water that would normally be discarded. Their methods are finding traction in areas with limited access to clean water, such as in California where they have teamed up with a trusted partner in the food industry and a leading producer of canned tomatoes. Ingomar Packing focuses on sustainable farming practices, ensuring that their operations are both environmentally responsible and efficient.
Evaporative Condensate:
When warm, moist air comes into contact with a cooler surface, the moisture in the air condenses into liquid water, which is then collected.
Since the worldwide “processed tomatoes” market has grown to over 34.2 million tons in 20232, the potential capture of millions of gallons of evaporated water promises a more efficient and symbiotic food production economy. By reusing captured water, companies can decrease reliance on external water sources and lower operational costs, all while minimizing environmental impact.