Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The Free Economic Zone "Navoi" has successfully completed trials of the world’s first device for extracting drinking water from air in hot and dry climates.

Russian engineers developed the unique device called "Akvagenika," capable of extracting potable water even from dry air. This technology holds significant potential for improving the lives of people living in desert and steppe regions.

"Our device can extract moisture from air with a concentration of just 4 grams per cubic meter, significantly outperforming foreign analogs, which require at least 8 grams per cubic meter," explained Sergey Dorjiev, the developer of the technology and CEO of Akvagenika.

The system shows high efficiency, operating at temperatures ranging from 10 to 70 degrees Celsius, compared to other systems that only work between 25 and 40 degrees. Akvagenika uses two innovative methods: condensation of moisture evaporating from soil and extraction of water from low-humidity air, which is then converted into drinkable water.

Key advantages of the system include the ability to produce up to 1,000 liters of water per day, even in desert conditions. The water quality remains high, with minimal bacteria, making it suitable for both drinking and medical use.

The technology’s eco-friendliness is also significant—it does not harm the environment and helps conserve water resources. Designed for dry regions, the system is built to minimize issues related to sand clogging, making it a reliable solution for harsh conditions.