Hetvi Kiran Prajapati

AR3042

The site in Goa faces salt intrusion due to neglected bunds and sluice gates, leading to cropland degradation. To mitigate this, two salt production methods are proposed. Firstly, traditional salt pans are reintroduced with landscape interventions to reduce salt content. Bunds and sluice gates are optimized, creating microbial ponds for agriculture. Secondly, a timber structure facilitates salt production through natural evaporation from brine, forming salt crystals on sloping surfaces. The brine is evenly distributed over the tower's channels, aided by blackthorn spacers. Salt is harvested periodically from pans below. These methods aim to benefit both industry and common usage, providing salt for food, preservation, and agriculture. Pickle and fish preservation are incorporated into the salt crystallization structure. Reservoirs and ponds are integrated into the landscape to regulate water flow. Overall, these approaches utilize natural processes to produce salt sustainably, aiding ecological balance and economic growth.