The Department of Defense, through DARPA, is seeking innovative proposals for the Atmospheric Water Extraction Plus (AWE+) program, aimed at developing low-power systems capable of producing potable water from ambient air without reliance on external water sources. The primary objective is to create novel atmospheric water extraction technologies that achieve energy consumption below 100Wh per liter of water produced, facilitating military operations that require self-sufficiency and reduced logistical footprints. This initiative is critical for enhancing the operational capabilities of the military in expeditionary environments, potentially leading to significant reductions in supply chain vulnerabilities and operational costs. Proposals are due by July 2, 2024, with the opportunity encompassing both Phase I and Phase II development stages, and further details can be found at the provided source link.