Christos Charisiadis
Founder & Managing Consultant at Brine Consulting
Latest article
The underlying cost of salt in wastewaters
Salt in wastewater is a costly, invisible burden. Explore why upstream reduction beats expensive treatment and saves utilities millions in long term costs.
Read articlePrevious articles
Why boutique consultancies are leading the transformation in the water sector
With global water infrastructure facing an estimated $110 billion annual funding gap, and 96% of sector leaders planning increased investments in 2025, organisations need more than conventional support. They need strategic partners who can move at the speed of opportunity. Enter the boutique consultancy. While traditional firms rely on rigid processes and multi-layered teams, boutique […]
Read article
The need for an ethical water product label
Water is an essential resource, fundamental to life and integral to numerous industries. However, its management often lacks a holistic approach, leading to sustainability challenges, inequitable distribution, and environmental degradation. The concept of Ethical Water introduces a comprehensive framework that addresses these issues, ensuring water is sourced, managed, and distributed sustainably, equitably, and responsibly. This […]
Read article
Addressing water mismanagement for a secure tomorrow
As the global population burgeons and climate change amplifies the challenges of water scarcity, the inclination to seek salvation in grand initiatives such as desalination plants is understandable. However, before we embark on the pursuit of new water sources, it is imperative that we confront the longstanding issue of water mismanagement – a silent accomplice […]
Read article
Developing financial business models for quantifying brine mining and water reuse
In recent years, the pressing need for sustainable water management solutions has driven increased interest in technologies such as Brine Mining and Water Reuse. These innovations hold promise for addressing water scarcity challenges while promoting environmental sustainability. However, quantifying the financial implications of these endeavors requires sophisticated business models tailored to their unique complexities. In […]
Read article
Brine valorization: Mitigating risks, fostering innovation, and industry recognition
Special thanks to Hu Fleming, Antony Kostopoulos & Pia Boyer for their contribution to this article.
Read article
How to put the S(mart) in Z(ero) L(iquid) D(ischarge)
A big part of the Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) argument is the treatment of high salinity (>60,000 mg/L) brines. Brine treatment is a low volume market but with an exciting prospect. Mainly due to a) the push from stricter environmental legislations, b) higher wastewater discharge fees, c) restricted groundwater withdrawal and d) local drought problems, […]
Read article