Water Strategy 2050 Aiming for 70% Reused Wastewater
The Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources and Fisheries is working on revising the legislative framework for the reuse of treated wastewater in Tunisia, as part of the water strategy until 2050. The goal is to reach a 70% utilization of treated water across agricultural, economic, and environmental sectors. Current plans include classifying water quality according to intended use, improving monitoring processes, implementing 120 water valorization projects, and expanding areas dedicated to irrigation with treated water—currently accounting for only 36% of the irrigated lands, where 10% of the produced treated water is used. The strategy aims to increase the efficiency of irrigation networks to 83% and drinking water systems to 85%, prioritizing the enhancement of usage in international lands and fodder production. It also faces challenges related to water quality, aging infrastructure, and lengthy licensing procedures. Future projects include establishing new irrigation zones and transferring water from treatment stations, in collaboration with international partners, with the objective of valorizing more than 70% of treated water by 2050.
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