Despite significant advancements in fundamental understanding and technical applications, much remains to be explored to fully harness solar energy for addressing water, energy, and resource challenges. We asked experts in the field to share their insights on opportunities and challenges in pushing solar technology to better serve society's increasing demands for water and achieve sustainability in water-related domains.
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Ho, G.W., Yamauchi, Y., Hu, L. et al. Solar evaporation and clean water. Nat Water 3, 131–134 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1038/s44221-025-00391-1
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