Researchers from the University of South Australia and China have developed a new desalination process that enhances efficiency by using clay minerals in a solar-based system, promising to make seawater conversion into freshwater more affordable and practical. This method accelerates evaporation, which can significantly expand global freshwater supplies, crucial given that water scarcity affects billions annually. Despite its potential, the process needs further testing for large-scale application. Current desalination methods often produce harmful by-products and rely on polluting energy, highlighting the need for cleaner solutions.