This November, Jordan and Israel signed a breakthrough water-for-energy deal that will ease the impact of climate change on both countries. This November, Jordan and Israel signed a breakthrough water-for-energy deal that will ease the impact of climate change on both countries. “Israel is a world pioneer in desalination, which can help address Jordan’s water challenges,” Omari said. Abu-Taleb responded to critics who called for Jordan to desalinate its own sea water rather than bank on Israel. “We have a severe water crisis, and yes, we can desalinate our own sea water, but we also need to make it economical.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 16, 2021 15:27 UTC