In this paper, the technical and economic features of the major seawater desalination processes are reviewed. Each process is described in some detail and the basic mathematical relations used for estimating its performance are outlined. Economic models are also introduced which were developed for the purpose of estimating the water cost for each process.
EL-NASHAR, A.M. (n.y): The Economics and Performance of Desalination Plants. Paris: Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems (EOLSS) URL [Accessed: 05.03.2012]