2025/12/13
I. Core Opportunities: Comprehensive Breakthroughs in Four Dimensions
Material innovation addresses performance bottlenecks. Novel adsorbent materials such as MOFs enable efficient water extraction under extreme temperature and humidity conditions, with energy consumption only a fraction of that of traditional equipment. Materials like carbon molecular sieves have boosted water production efficiency by over 40% and reduced unit energy consumption by 28%, bringing the water production cost of household models down to ¥0.13–0.16 per liter and laying the groundwork for large-scale popularization.
Scenario coverage has achieved full-scale expansion. Customized models for RV, marine, and mining applications precisely meet the needs of off-grid outdoor water supply, maritime freshwater replenishment, and underground operation. Heat pump coupling technology has broken through "water-extraction no-go zones" such as deserts and high-altitude areas.
Technology integration enhances adaptability. Solar power supply enables "zero grid dependence", making it suitable for infrastructure-free scenarios. AI-powered intelligent regulation and real-time water quality monitoring improve user-friendliness and safety. Function expansion has evolved into multi-service offerings, integrating air dehumidification, purification functions, and adding ice-making and soda water production to meet full-scenario demands.
II. Market Support: Dual Drivers of Demand and Policy
The market scale is expanding rapidly. According to QY Research, the global household air-to-water generator market reached approximately $287 million in 2024 and is projected to grow to $647 million by 2031, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5%. Government policies encourage the utilization of unconventional water sources, and the demand for water quality and environmental protection among middle- and high-income groups is driving the penetration of such products into household scenarios.
III. Implementation Recommendations: Focus on Differentiated Breakthroughs
On the technology front, focus on the mass production process of new materials and the adaptability of heat pump coupling technology. On the product side, launch scenario-customized models with enhanced portability, durability, and low-maintenance design. On the ecosystem level, build a collaborative "material-equipment-service" industrial chain and partner with photovoltaic and AI enterprises to create integrated solutions.