Abu Dhabi, UAE – April 22, 2025 – WaHa, a leading climate technology company, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, announced an increased partnership to enhance the energy efficiency and capability of the WaHa Vaporator® atmospheric water generation (AWG) technology to enable water security throughout the UAE and the Middle East.
The collaboration will focus on optimizing advanced material selection and improving energy efficiency for the WaHa Vaporator® AWG machine. This patented technology offers unparalleled energy efficiency for AWG and HVAC systems, creating distributed, reliable, and cost-effective potable water sources that operate independently of existing water supplies.
This partnership builds on an existing relationship between Khalifa University and WaHa. Since April 2024, Khalifa University has been rigorously testing two versions of the WaHa Vaporator in Abu Dhabi. The latest version has demonstrated exceptional performance, achieving 100% uptime and 99.9% reliability while simultaneously improving energy efficiency and surpassing daily water production targets.
Professor Samuel Sheng Mao, a leading expert in energy and water technologies, Center Director, ASPIRE Virtual Research Institute for Sustainable Energy, and Professor of Practice, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Khalifa University, said:
“This collaboration between Khalifa University and WaHa represents a significant step forward in addressing water scarcity challenges in our region. By combining our expertise in materials research with WaHa’s innovative AWG technology, we aim to deliver transformative and sustainable water solutions for the UAE and beyond. The impressive results from our ongoing tests underscore the potential of this technology to make a real difference in water-stressed areas.”
Chris Kay, President of WaHa, added:
“We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Khalifa University on this critical initiative. Our WaHa Vaporator technology has the potential to revolutionize water production in arid regions, and this collaboration will accelerate our ability to bring reliable, energy-efficient water sources to governments, businesses, and communities across the Middle East. The outstanding performance of our latest Vaporator version in Abu Dhabi’s challenging climate validates our approach and fuels our excitement for this expanded partnership.”
The partnership aligns with the UAE’s sustainability goals and is expected to make a lasting impact on water security and resource management in the region. By leveraging Khalifa University’s research capabilities and WaHa’s innovative technology, the collaboration aims to address one of the most pressing challenges facing the Middle East today.
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About WaHa:
WaHa is a pioneering climate technology company dedicated to developing innovative solutions for water scarcity. Its patented WaHa Vaporator® technology offers unmatched energy efficiency for atmospheric water generation and HVAC systems. For general information on Waha products, please contact us at:
About Khalifa University:
Khalifa University is a world-class, research-intensive institution in Abu Dhabi, UAE, that combines science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. The university is committed to the advancement of learning through teaching and research and to the discovery and application of knowledge.
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Innovative climate technology company WaHa Inc. is expected to make waves at the upcoming XPANSE 2024 event in Abu Dhabi, showcasing its groundbreaking Vaporator® technology. This exponential tech gathering, scheduled for November 20-22, will provide the perfect platform for WaHa to demonstrate its disruptive solutions in atmospheric water generation and air conditioning.
WaHa's Game-Changing Technology
WaHa’s Vaporator® technology stands out for its ability to efficiently generate pure water and dry air in any climate. Key features include:
- Novel Approach: Combining solid desiccants (MOFs) with a unique regeneration engine
- Energy Efficiency: Potential to save up to 50% on air conditioning energy costs
- Versatility: Scalable from residential to industrial applications
Environmental Impact and Market Potential
Due to breakthrough energy savings and the use of low global warming potential refrigerants, the WaHa Vaporator® could be the air conditioning answer that the world needs.
Global Reach and Partnerships
WaHa’s presence at XPANSE 2024 comes on the heels of significant international developments:
- Strategic Partnership: Recently announced collaboration with Dicode Technologies LLC to bring the Vaporator® technology to the GCC region
- Successful Pilots: Operational pilots in diverse climates, including two GCC countries, West Texas, and Sweden
Leadership and Expertise
XPANSE attendees can expect to gain insights from WaHa’s leadership team, including:
As XPANSE 2024 brings together key decision-makers in exponential technologies, WaHa’s participation underscores the event’s focus on innovative solutions addressing global challenges in water scarcity and energy efficiency.
