Practical Solutions to Reduce Pollution in Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plants

Workshop Title:

  Practical Solutions to Reduce Pollution in Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plants  

Workshop Topics:

• 1. Chemicals Used in Treatment
• • Types of chemicals used in RO plants
  • Environmental and operational risks
  • Best practices for safe usage
  • Approved and safe methods for chemical waste disposal
• 2. Membrane Cleaning Chemicals (CIP Chemicals)
• • Types of cleaning agents (acidic / alkaline / specialty chemicals)
  • Their impact on membranes and the environment
  • Efficient management of chemical cleaning processes
  • Safe disposal mechanisms for cleaning solutions after use
• 3. Reject Water (Brine Water)
• • Characteristics of brine water in RO systems
  • Environmental impact of its discharge
  • Treatment technologies (salinity reduction / concentration / evaporation, etc.)
  • Opportunities for reuse and utilization (industrial / agricultural / efficiency enhancement)

Trainer Overview:

Mr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Shamrani

A trainer and specialist expert in the operation and maintenance of Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants, with over 32 years of professional experience in the water desalination and treatment sector.

He holds:

• Certified Specialist in Reverse Osmosis Technologies
• “Mobdeaaon (Innovators)” Award at the Saudi Water Authority level, in recognition of his professional and innovative contributions

The trainer is distinguished by his deep expertise in operational and practical aspects, with a focus on providing effective, real-world solutions to environmental challenges in desalination plants—particularly in waste management and reducing environmental impact.