Environmental Studies and Forestry

Past and future trends of Egypt's water consumption and its sources

C. A. Nikiel and E. A. B. Eltahir

This comprehensive analysis by Catherine A. Nikiel and Elfatih A. B. Eltahir reveals a striking reality: Egypt's water demand has outpaced the Nile's supply since the late 1970s. The paper delves into historical trends driven by economic growth and anticipates future scenarios that challenge the conventional understanding of Egypt's water reliance. Dive into their findings to uncover the critical role of virtual water imports in shaping Egypt's water future.

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Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of Egypt's water consumption, revealing how demand has surpassed the Nile's supply since the late 1970s. The authors reconstruct historical trends, quantifying the role of economic growth in driving per capita water demand, and project future scenarios based on population and economic growth rates. The study highlights Egypt's increasing reliance on virtual water imports, questioning the traditional view of Egypt as solely reliant on the Nile.

Publisher

Nature Communications

Published On

Jul 23, 2021

Authors

Catherine A. Nikiel, Elfatih A. B. Eltahir

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