Atmospheric water generators producing pure drinking water from air with low energy consumption
GENAQ atmospheric water generators extract moisture from air to produce high-quality drinking water using thermodynamic cycles and mechanical condensation. With energy consumption as low as 0.18 kWh per litre and production costs between €0.04 and €0.10 per litre, the technology offers a decentralized, sustainable solution for water scarcity, remote operations, and emergency situations across commercial, industrial, and humanitarian sectors.
Overview
GENAQ atmospheric water generators (AWGs) transform air into pure drinking water through a multi-stage process that extracts humidity from the atmosphere. The technology addresses critical water access challenges for communities, businesses, and operations facing water scarcity, remote locations, or emergency situations where traditional water sources are unavailable or unreliable.
The solution delivers drinking water at a cost ranging between €0.04 and €0.10 per litre, with energy consumption reduced to 0.18 kWh per litre on the latest Stratus S200 model. This efficiency translates into significant sustainability benefits, including potential annual savings of 182 kg of plastic and over 65 kg of CO2 emissions per office deployment. GENAQ serves sectors including mining, energy, humanitarian aid, offices, and industrial facilities, offering product lines from dispenser-style units to large-scale water supply plants.
Technical specifications
Core technology:
- Thermodynamic cycles and mechanical condensation extract moisture from ambient air
- Multi-stage water treatment process includes air filtration, sedimentation, ultrafiltration, activated carbon filtration, and mineralization
- Continuous R&D investment with a predominantly engineering team driving efficiency improvements
- Climatic chamber testing enables ongoing optimization across diverse environmental conditions
Key performance metrics:
- Energy consumption reduced from 0.36 kWh/litre to 0.18 kWh/litre on the Stratus S200
- Production cost between €0.04 and €0.10 per litre of drinking water
- Manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified processes
- Multiple product lines for commercial, industrial, and emergency applications
Technology readiness level
GENAQ technology has evolved from an initial R+D+i prototype project into a commercially deployed product line with global installations. The company operates as part of an industrial group with over 35 years of experience in HVAC and refrigeration, providing a robust manufacturing and quality control foundation. Ongoing validation through climatic chamber testing continues to drive efficiency improvements, with current efforts focused on further reducing both the cost per litre and energy consumption of future generator models.
About GENAQ Technologies SL
GENAQ Technologies SL specializes in the research, design, and manufacturing of atmospheric water generators (AWGs). Operating as part of an industrial group with over 35 years of experience in HVAC and refrigeration, the company leverages thermodynamic cycles and mechanical condensation to extract moisture from the air to produce high-quality drinking water. Their technology includes a multi-stage process involving air filtration, condensation, and water purification—incorporating sedimentation, ultrafiltration, activated carbon, and mineralization—to ensure water safety and quality. GENAQ offers various product lines tailored to commercial, industrial, and emergency applications, ranging from dispenser-style units for offices to large-scale plants for industrial or residential water supply.
These solutions are vital for customers facing water scarcity, remote operational requirements, or emergency situations where traditional water sources are unavailable or unreliable. By providing decentralized, autonomous water generation, GENAQ helps clients—including those in mining, energy, and humanitarian sectors—reduce reliance on external logistics and bottled water. The company, headquartered in Lucena, Spain, emphasizes sustainability and low-cost, energy-efficient production, holding certifications such as ISO 9001 and 14001. Their technology has been deployed globally, supported by a network of professional partners and recognized for innovation in providing alternative water supplies.
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