Boiling contaminated water is an effective preventative measure for those who can afford it, but boiling consumes valuable wood supplies and contributes to deforestation and air pollution. In developing countries, the time and energy-consuming task of gathering firewood to boil water only adds to the already heavy burden of work for countless men, women and children. Millions of people cannot afford to buy fuel, have no way to disinfect their drinking water and consequently suffer illness and death. Now there is a simple, effective and long-term solution. Pasteurization is the universally accepted process of killing harmful microorganisms with heat.
Pasteurization achieves the same result as boiling, but at a lower temperature.
Safe Water Systems is the world's only commercial manufacturer of solar water pasteurizers. Currently installed in 40 countries, our solar water pasteurizers are designed specifically for reliable operation in developing, rural and remote areas around the world. They are an ideal choice where conventional water treatment is not available. Our systems do not require electricity, chemicals, pumps, or water pressure. To make water safe to drink, all you need is sunshine.