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No results found.Water scarcity in Jordan is driven primarily by the arid to semi-arid climatic conditions and has been intensified over recent decades due to population growth. The sustainable use and management of groundwater is of particular concern because of its importance to socio-economic development and local ecosystems. However, groundwater sources are under threat as a result of mismanagement and overexploitation for irrigated agriculture. In addition to placing pressure on Jordan’s supply of groundwater, agricultural activities demand energy, especially for pumping water from wells and pushing it through irrigation systems. Moreover, the lack of local energy resources and the high energy demand for social and economic development present additional challenges. Since agriculture is essential to rural livelihoods in Jordan, interventions are required to reduce the vulnerability and increase the resilience of rural and disadvantaged communities. To this end, the project adopted its defining 3-pronged approach, which focused on (i) water harvesting, (ii) the conjunctive use of groundwater and (iii) solar-powered drip irrigation. -
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Book (stand-alone)Integrated methodological framework and assessment of water management infrastructure, crop and water productivity in Libya 2025
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No results found.This report presents a thorough evaluation of two key initiatives, OSRO/LIB/100/AFB and OSRO/LIB/002/ITA, which utilize advanced remote sensing technologies alongside field data collection to enhance water management systems. The primary aim is to assess the infrastructure related to water management, focusing specifically on irrigation systems, crop production, and water productivity across Libya, with particular attention to the regions of Fezzan (Southern), Western, and Eastern Libya. The overarching goal of these projects is to improve sustainable water resource management practices. By leveraging the insights gained from these initiatives, there is potential to apply the knowledge and techniques developed here on a national scale. The expected outcomes include the identification of areas requiring rehabilitation and development, as well as the creation of deep insights into innovative practices and cutting-edge technologies that can significantly enhance water productivity at the micro-farm level.
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