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The aim of this study is to develop a green synthesis process for aluminum-based metal-organic frameworks (Al-MOF) fabrication. The porous sorbent possessed superior water uptake capacity under low humidity and low regeneration energy consumption, potentially promoting the energy efficiency of compressed air drying systems. Experimental results indicated that most adsorbed water was desorbed from Al-MOF under 80°C streams. 34 and 36 wt.% water uptake capacities were achieved under 30% and 80% relative humidity, respectively. The water uptake capacity of granulated Al-MOF was much higher than the commercial sorbents, 4A zeolite and active aluminum oxide, implying the potential for energy-efficient adsorption dehumidification equipment. The green synthesis process applied non-toxic solvent instead of traditional toxic solvent, e.g. dimethylformamide, DMF, during Al-MOF fabrication, that significantly reducing environmental impact and cost from toxic waste treatment.