How scientists are growing spinach in the desert thanks to these new solar panels


By AGENCY
  • Living
  • Thursday, 31 Mar 2022

The WEC2P is the device composed of a solar photovoltaic panel placed atop a layer of hydrogel, which is mounted on top of a large metal box to condense and collect water. Photo: AFP

Scientists in Saudi Arabia have developed solar panels that absorb water vapour from ambient air. This has been used to grow spinach in the middle of the desert.

The scientists developed their method using photovoltaic solar panels and a hydrogel, which allows water to be drawn from the air for use while also generating electricity.

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