Are water supplies secure
Oman faces complex water challenges, including a scarcity of freshwater resources and a heavy reliance on seawater desalination, with the region producing approximately 45% of the world's desalinated water. The country is under increasing pressure from population growth and climate change. Oman possesses relatively renewable water resources, but it struggles with domestic water quality issues due to a current water loss rate of around 40% of production. There is a pressing need to improve the monitoring system from the source to the tap. Despite its commitment to international water quality standards, strict laws, and deterrent penalties, the challenge remains in controlling contamination within the distribution network and reducing deterioration in the last mile after the meter. Oman has a long-term plan to boost production, install solar energy systems, and enhance infrastructure to meet rising demand and ensure safe drinking water for its citizens.
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