AMMAN – On Monday, the Assistant Secretary-General of the
Water Authority and official spokesperson for the Ministry of Water and
Irrigation, Omar Salameh, affirmed that the
National Water Carrier Project is
progressing with full force.
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During his interview on the Jeish FM radio program, Salameh
mentioned that 70 technical experts in the water sector are diligently studying
the proposal from both technical and
financial perspectives, Khaberni reported.
The technical proposal for the project is estimated to cost
JD2.5 to JD3 billion, aiming to secure 300 million cubic meters of water. This
strategic and crucial project will substantially improve the Kingdom’s water
challenges. By discontinuing the use of wells from which water is currently
pumped, the project will enhance
groundwater resources. Additionally, treated
water consumed by citizens will meet the highest standards and be reused for
industrial and restricted agricultural purposes.
Upon completion of the financial and technical requirements,
further details about the project will be announced.
On another note, Salameh confirmed that
dam storage has
increased to 123 million cubic meters, representing 42.5 percent capacity.
These developments will have a considerable impact on Jordan’s water situation,
improving water availability for agriculture, drinking, and livestock needs.
Additionally, Salameh affirmed that rain has been falling in
the kingdom for 14 days, a phenomenon not seen in a long time. The nature of
this year’s rainfall is beneficial, as it did not cause floods or soil erosion.
This positive impact will enhance groundwater storage and benefit agriculture.
Salameh also highlighted that the
rainy season has reached
61 percent, compared to 54 percent last year. Most of the desert wells and dams
in the country, totaling 425 wells, have filled up significantly. This will
have a great positive effect on farmers and livestock breeders in the desert
regions.
Regarding
Jordan's water loss, Salameh stated that the
ministry is implementing a well-defined strategy to reduce water loss.
Donor-funded programs aim to improve water networks. Approximately JD450
million has been provided for projects in all regions of the country. These
projects include network updates, meter replacements, improved readings,
harsher penalties, and more monitoring to prevent violations of water sources.
Jordan reduced water loss by 3% over the previous year,
which was 1% above the goal. Salameh expects this percentage to rise more this
year due to ongoing developments.
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