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Board member describes OceanWell Vision desalination 'pod' pilot; timeline and environmental questions raised
Summary
A board member reported on OceanWell Vision's desalination pod concept—deep‑ocean pods that use pressure (about 1,300 feet) to reduce energy needs and back‑flush brine; the presenter said a realistic timeline to provide water to people is 'probably 6 to 8 years' and noted ongoing tests with Las Virgenes Water District.
A Port Hueneme Water Agency member identified only as 'Sean' reported on a desalination pilot concept presented at a recent AWA meeting by a company called OceanWell Vision.
According to Sean, OceanWell's approach uses deep‑ocean pods placed at roughly 1,300 feet of depth so ambient pressure assists filtration, reducing the energy needed to…
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