Arizona Atmospheric Water Harvesting (AzAWH) Testbeds
Harnessing vapors
The Arizona Atmospheric Water Harvesting testbed advances a sustainable future by harnessing innovative technology to optimize water quantity, quality, and energy requirements for society.
The Arizona Atmospheric Water Harvesting (AzAWH) testbed is located at Arizona State University and is part of the Global Center for Water Technology (GCWT).
AzAWH serves as a national testbed to accelerate the advancement of water vapor harvesting technology development and commercialization through innovative research, education, and collaboration.
Focus
We harness atmospheric water harvesting (AWH) technology to produce clean water, optimize energy use, and develop innovative solutions for society’s most pressing water challenges.
Cooling & Industrial Integration
Linking AWH systems to cooling towers and HVAC units enables recovery of vapor that would otherwise be lost, reducing industrial water demand while boosting efficiency
Resilient Agriculture
AWH supports agriculture by supplying humidity-derived irrigation water, reducing dependency on groundwater and strengthening food security in drylands.
Smart & Energy-Efficient Systems
Combining AWH with solar, waste heat, and AI-driven optimization ensures water production is energy-efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable.
Hydrogen Production
AWH-derived water can be directed to electrolysis systems to generate green hydrogen, offering a clean, renewable fuel source for energy storage, transportation, and industrial applications.
Our mission
Connect
Serve as an intellectual and physical hub to foster local, national, and international collaborations in atmospheric water harvesting, linking academia, industry, and government to advance sustainable water solutions.
Advance
Enable development of innovative and sustainable AWH technologies for producing reliable water in diverse climates, from arid deserts to humid tropics.
Collaborate
Facilitate partnerships across universities, research centers, and companies to accelerate the testing, scaling, and commercialization of breakthrough water-from-air systems.
Educate
Provide training opportunities for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs, equipping them with skills in water treatment, AI-driven optimization, and sustainability.
Launch
Serve as a national testbed to evaluate, demonstrate, and deploy AWH systems that integrate renewable energy, smart controls, and water quality monitoring for real-world impact.