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Wave2OTM – Wave-Powered Desalination System

Desalination

Addressing water scarcity in coastal and island communities with unreliable infrastructure using sustainable desalination technology.

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Resolute Marine, Inc.

Company Established Year

Since 2007

Who is this solution for

NGO, Business, Govt

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To sell

Project Status

In commerce

Looking to expand internationally

Yes

Doing business in

worldwide

Awards and certifications

DOE Waves to Water Prize – Concept Stage Winner

2020

Selected by U.S. Department of Energy for wave-driven off-grid desalination prototype.

DOE SBIR Phase I Award – “Nereus” Wave Energy Project

2020

Funded to develop wave-powered system for autonomous ocean vehicles and sensors.

Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label

2021

Recognized for sustainable and scalable wave-powered desalination for water-scarce regions.

Product description

Wave2OTM is a groundbreaking desalination system that harnesses the power of ocean waves to produce fresh drinking water in coastal and island communities. The system consists of a nearshore wave energy converter (WEC) that captures mechanical wave motion and drives a hydraulic pump system on land. This hydraulic pressure powers a standard reverse osmosis (RO) desalination unit, eliminating the need for external power sources such as diesel generators or chemical additives.

The modular design of Wave2OTM allows for scalability to meet water demands ranging from small villages to municipal levels. It is specifically designed for areas with unreliable infrastructure and high vulnerability to climate change, providing a sustainable solution to water scarcity. The system is low maintenance and built to withstand harsh marine environments, with onboard telemetry and smart monitoring for optimal performance and water output.

Wave2OTM operates off-grid, making it carbon-free and environmentally friendly. By reducing the reliance on traditional desalination methods, it offers a lower lifecycle cost and a reduced environmental footprint. This sustainable, circular model ensures water security for communities while supporting disaster relief efforts, humanitarian water projects, and remote infrastructure development.

Key characteristics and environmental benefits

  • Modular desalination system powered by ocean wave energy
  • Eliminates the need for external power sources and chemical additives
  • Scalable design to meet water demands from villages to municipalities
  • Low maintenance and robust performance in harsh marine environments
  • Off-grid operation with onboard telemetry and smart monitoring
  • Lower lifecycle cost and reduced environmental footprint
  • Sustainable, circular model for water security in vulnerable communities
  • Supports disaster relief, humanitarian water projects, and remote infrastructure development

About the Company

Resolute Marine is a U.S.-based clean technology company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company develops wave-driven desalination systems that produce clean freshwater without requiring electricity or fossil fuels. Its flagship solution, Wave2OTM, harnesses ocean wave energy to power reverse osmosis desalination units, providing fresh water in coastal and island communities facing severe water scarcity. The technology offers a sustainable and decentralized alternative to diesel-powered systems or grid-tied infrastructure. Resolute Marine is a pioneer in blue economy innovation, supporting climate resilience, energy transition, and humanitarian aid efforts. It collaborates with technology partners, NGOs, and national governments to deploy its systems in Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Caribbean. The company's work has been recognized with international innovation awards, and it continues to receive R&D funding from U.S. and European programs. Resolute Marine targets underserved coastal populations while promoting energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and marine ecosystem preservation.

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