Comparative Study of Solar Still Technology and Conventional Methods for Salt Production on the South Coast of Sukabumi
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Solar Still, Conventional Method, South Sukabumi Coast, Technology ComparisonAbstract
The development of salt production on the South Coast of Sukabumi faces distinct geographical and hydrometeorological challenges, including cliff topography, limited flat land, high waves, as well as fluctuating humidity and rainfall. This study aims to provide a general comparative evaluation between closed solar still technology and traditional open solar evaporation methods for salt production in this region. The comparative analysis reveals that solar still technology offers key advantages, including significantly higher thermal efficiency compared than conventional methods, complete protection against rainwater dilution and external contamination, and the ability to simultaneously produce high-purity salt and desalinated fresh water. Furthermore, the modular design of solar stills eliminates the need for extensive flat land, making it well-suited for South Sukabumi's rugged coastal terrain. Conversely, the main limitations of solar still technology lie in its higher initial capital investment for composite panel materials and system components, alongside the necessity for modular scaling to achieve high-volume production. Overall, solar still technology provides a more technically viable and climate-resilient alternative to conventional open evaporation in southern coastal environments, driving salt center diversification beyond the traditional Pantura region.
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