Journal of Advances in Environmental Health Research

Journal of Advances in Environmental Health Research

Monte Carlo Modeling of Air Conditioner Condensate Water Quality and Its Reuse Potential in Iranshahr, Iran

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Afsane Chavoshani 1
Sara Payam 1
Marziye Moradgholi 2
Fatemeh Dostcom 1
Zahra Khodayari 1
Ahmad Azizi 1
Ahmad Dahani 1
1 Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Health and Paramedical Sciences, Iranshahr University of Medical Sciences, Iranshahr, Iran
2 Student Research Committee, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
10.34172/jaehr.1420
Abstract
Introduction: In dry areas like Iranshahr, traditional water sources cannot meet the growing needs of people. Reusing water from sources like air conditioner condensate is important. Since there is little information about its quality and safety for irrigation or drinking, evaluating the water’s quality and safety for reuse through advanced methods like Monte Carlo simulation is essential.
Methods: Samples were collected in triplicate from 30 air conditioning units to enhance reliability of the data. Chemical analyses measured pH, total dissolved solids (TDS), electrical conductivity (EC), hardness, and specific ions (chloride, sodium (Na), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg)). SPSS alongside Monte Carlo simulation were utilized to assess variability and potential risks associated with water reuse.
Results: The water quality analysis of the condensate revealed an average chloride concentration of 51.91 mg/L, Na at 67.49 mg/L, Ca at 14.37 mg/L, and Mg at 20.01 mg/L. Temporary hardness averaged 127.23 mg/L as CaCO3, permanent hardness 178.38 mg/L as CaCO3, and total hardness (TH) reached 305.62 mg/L as CaCO3. TDS were measured at 196.15 mg/L, EC at 296.74 μS/cm, and the pH was slightly alkaline at 7.13. Based on the histogram of water quality index (WQI), the WQI values of the samples ranged between 32.14 and 126.6. This is equivalent to “Moderate” to “Poor” quality water.
Conclusion: The results indicate high potential for reuse of such a water source, especially for non-potable purposes such as irrigation. Detailed further studies are, however, required to properly evaluate its safety, treatment requirements, and suitability for larger applications.
Keywords
Air conditioner condensate
Water quality index
Monte Carlo simulation
Water reuse
Irrigation potential
Subjects
 
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Journal of Advances in Environmental Health Research
Volume 14, Issue 1
Winter 2026
Pages 18-25