With help from satellites, it will help estimate the availability of new water resources and improve water reuse. This will reduce the impact of water scarcity in the MENA region, improving food and water security. It will also identify the potential of wastewater reuse in different sectors and lead to reductions in groundwater use, the current source of water for many. “By supporting IWMI’s efforts to use AI in order to improve water reuse, we’re aiming to help people in Egypt, the UAE and Saudi Arabia,” he said. “This new data tool will help water managers bring recycled water into their future management plans to ease water stress for some users,” McDonnell said.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 28, 2023 10:03 UTC