ABOUT US

The Chilean Desalination and Reuse Association, ACADES, established in May 2021 by leading water technology companies, is dedicated to mitigating climate change in Chile. We advocate for desalination and water reuse as sustainable solutions to the country’s water scarcity issues. As a cross-sector guild, we unite diverse industries to develop seawater desalination and wastewater reuse, creating new water sources for all Chileans. We strive to ensure water access in harmony with community and environmental needs. ACADES welcomes collaboration with academia, authorities, and communities to discover optimal solutions in desalination and reuse.

MISSION

To promote the development of wastewater reuse and seawater desalination as new water sources for Chile through accessible, efficient, and sustainable solutions.

VISIÓNO

To ensure that all individuals and productive activities in Chile have access to water through technologies implemented in harmony with communities and the environment.

Objectives

Contribute to improving public policies and regulations for the reuse and desalination industries by providing scientific evidence to decision-makers.

Connect our members with the industry ecosystem by sharing knowledge and best practices.

Promote the development of reuse and desalination as new water sources for human consumption and productive activities.