Exploring Reinvigorated Waterscapes
Desalination Proposals for Kaikhali, Satkhira
Addressing water salinity in Kaikhali: Strategizing with nature-based and mechanical solutions for sustainable water quality, prioritizing women’s reproductive health.
Project Overview
Timeline: August 2022 – November 2022
Professional Work: Developing the initiative by Senora, Square Group in Kaikhali, Satkhira.
Supervisors: Architect Razib Hassan Chowdhury, Architect Tahsin Adiba Rahman
Type of Project: Research, Analysis, Experimental Design
Location: Kaikhali, Satkhira, Bangladesh
Software Used: Rhino 7, AutoCad, Illustrator, Photoshop, Google Earth, ArcGIS
*All data used has been collected by me from various sources.
*The design schemes were a collaborative team effort between my supervisors and I, but all the drawings showcased here were done by me.
*The project is still in a very preliminary stage, hence all drawings are conceptual and still in development.
Design Approach and Contextual Background
A preliminary proposal aims to address the escalating problem of rising salinity levels in the water by exploring both natural and mechanical approaches. In Kaikhali, women have been compelled to take pills to halt their menstrual cycles due to the worsening local saline intrusion. This crisis has rendered groundwater unreliable for female hygiene during periods. The proposed solution involves a combination of processes. Natural methods, such as phytoremediation, are considered, along with the utilization of cost-effective desalination technologies to bring water salinity within acceptable standards. Ongoing investigations are focused on enhancing Solar Still Distillation methods to increase potable water output.
In the face of escalating water salinity and the profound challenge faced by women compelled to interrupt their menstrual cycles, this proposal utilize innovative desalination technologies. This initiative embodies resilience, weaving a fabric of sustainable water solutions for Kaikhali, where each drop tells a tale of empowerment and adaptation.
Design Development
Recent developments in the project highlight efforts to improve water quality and sustainability. One key enhancement involves the incorporation of permeable reactive barriers into the overall design. This addition is anticipated to effectively address water quality issues. Simultaneously, proposals are being generated to enhance rainwater harvesting provisions, aiming to optimize the utilization of available water resources and mitigate the impact of saline intrusion in the region. Together, these initiatives form a comprehensive strategy to combat the challenges posed by increasing water salinity levels in Kaikhali.