Year of publication 2022

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Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

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Pages 8

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Publisher FAO ;

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Product type Project

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Edition 1

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Synopsis (short abstract) Concerns over water scarcity and severe water supply shortages are driving governments to find alternative solutions, including the development of non conventional water resources In this context, the application of non conventional waters ( has the potential to help countries meet increasing water demands, particularly during years of drought Moreover, through proper planning and management, NCW reuse schemes offer economic and environmental benefits In Maghreb countries, both treated wastewater ( and drainage water ( present opportunities for the development of NCW systems Notably, the total volume of wastewater produced in Algeria, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco and Tunisia amounts to 2 33 billion cubic metres per year (FAO AQUASTAT) However, only half of the wastewater produced in the Near East and North Africa region is collected While the international community recognizes that the application of TWW can serve as an important resource for agriculture, much work is still needed to advance national policies on the matter, as well as to implement relevant safe use guidelines and practices This project was designed to support Maghreb countries with information and technical knowledge for developing TWW and DW into promising alternative sources of irrigation water This was achieved through the adoption of a holistic regional approach, by addressing technology gaps, and by ensuring the economic feasibility of interventions.

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Language English

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Also available in:

• French

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