Abstract
ABSTRACT Electrodeionization (EDI) is a rapidly developing and promising technology for sustainable desalination, which has been documented to be highly efficient in removing problematic ions including carbonate from water sources. Carbonate ions have always been problematic for scale as well water chemistry in general, leading to numerous issues with respect of doing anything right and dealing with this problem. Here we present a detailed study of the recent developments in EDI technology to work towards maximising carbonate ion removal efficiency. This study investigates fundamental EDI concepts, emerging electrode types and stack architectures in addition to hybrid systems and performance increasing control strategies. This review includes a discussion of some innovative methods for selective carbonate removal such as electrochemical modifications and advanced membrane materials. LCA is used to assess the environmental and economic sustainability of EDI where carbon footprint reduction, as well as energy efficiency are at focus. The results indicate potential for greater performance of EDI systems in the solution to water scarcity, on a more global scale. The paper ends in the prospects of emerging regulatory scenarios and continued innovation required by EDI technology to secure sustainable water treatment solutions.
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