Israel's reliance on desalination to address water scarcity is challenged by high population growth. This paper examines how three population growth scenarios (low, medium, high) could affect water demand and supply by 2065. Projections show a substantial increase in desalination needs, potentially requiring 30 new units. Population growth's effects on water supply are predicted to overshadow those of climate change. Increased desalination would heighten electricity demand and strain wastewater management, exceeding agricultural capacity. The Israeli experience offers valuable lessons for regions with similar challenges.
Publisher
npj Clean Water
Published On
Dec 27, 2022
Authors
Isaac Kramer, Yaara Tsairi, Michael Buchdahl Roth, Alon Tal, Yair Mau
Tags
desalination
population growth
water scarcity
supply and demand
Israel
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