- The center was funded through a $15 million Dow investment and Spanish government grants.
- Initial research will focus on improving desalinated water quality and reducing energy costs.
- The center supports product development using various water sources, including seawater and wastewater.
- Dow has additional R&D centers in the US, China, Brazil, Germany, Saudi Arabia, and Spain.
Opening Ceremony
Dow Water & Process Solutions celebrated the grand opening of the Global Water Technology Development Center on June 9 in Tarragona, Spain. The center aims to accelerate the commercialization of technologies for clean water production.
Investment and Support
The center was funded through a $15 million investment from Dow, along with grant subsidies from Spain’s Ministry of Science and Innovation. This aligns with the Spanish government’s commitment to research and development in sustainable water supplies.
Research Focus
Initial research efforts will target improving the quality of desalinated water, minimizing costs, reducing energy consumption per cubic meter, extending the useful life of membranes, and increasing material efficiency.
Strategic Location
The center's location in Tarragona provides access to a variety of water sources, including wastewater and seawater, which supports product development and performance testing in real-world conditions.
Global R&D Network
Dow has additional research and development centers in Minnesota, Michigan, and Pennsylvania in the United States; China; Brazil; Germany; Saudi Arabia; and Spain.
