Alumni Hank Wolfe reunited with Water Bros Desal!
WATER BROS alum Hank Wolfe reunited with the team during his summer break from Webb Institute.
Waves cover over 2/3 of the planet, yet remain a largely untapped energy source.
Unlike wind and solar, wave power can be forecasted up to 48 hours in advance.
Harnessing waves provides a secure, homegrown energy source with no reliance on foreign fuels.
Wave power is one of the most reliable energy sources, with the potential to generate 2.64 trillion kWh annually off U.S. coasts—equivalent to 64% of total utility-scale electricity in 2021. Unlike wind and solar, wave energy is consistent and predictable, providing a secure, domestic power solution without requiring large land-based infrastructure. By tapping into this local resource, we strengthen our energy independence and water security.
Water Bros is dedicated to developing secure, long-lasting, and affordable water treatment solutions for coastal and island communities. By harnessing wave power, our system provides reliable, local freshwater access in areas facing natural disasters, high fuel costs, and limited resources. The Wave-Actuated, Tethered Emergency Response Buoyant Reverse Osmosis System aims to address these challenges through ocean wave energy conversion and seawater desalination.
(Photo by Werner Slocum / NREL)
WATER BROS alum Hank Wolfe reunited with the team during his summer break from Webb Institute.
Happy #worldoceansday2023 where Nils Horneff and Wesley Williams presented on advancements in heave modeling of the Water Bros desalination system at the Appalachian Energy Summit!
WATER BROS celebrates Abby McConnell and Allison File, integral team members and recent UNC Charlotte graduates.