Addressing the Water Crisis in Jordan: Causes, Consequences, and Solutions
Explore the severe water crisis in Jordan exacerbated by factors like the Syrian Civil War, immigration, and climate change. Discover the impacts on Jordan's water supply, and learn about proposed solutions to support vulnerable communities and alleviate the crisis.
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Water Crisis In Jordan MARIA KANDAH , SARA DABABNEH , SOFIA GALEV (7D)
An introduction to water crisis in Jordan Jordan, one of the driest countries on earth, is said to be experiencing its worst drought in 900 years. Its baseline water supply is inadequate and becoming worse with climate change. And, since the eruption of war and political unrest in the region, it has been difficult to name another country on the globe with less water per resident. Issues related to water crisis in Jordan The country's namesake river is nearly running dry. The water level in the dead sea is dropping close to 4 feet every year.
Causes And Consequences Of Water Crisis In Jordan Causes Syrian Civil War - The consequences of the Syrian Civil War have been far-reaching and have worsened Jordan's water scarcity crisis. Immigration - The influx of immigrants into Jordan mainly Syrians fleeing the terrible civil war in their home country has thrown the Kingdom into further confusion over how to best handle the continued strain on their water supply. Consequences Increased operational costs and increased complexity in supply chains. Increased risks of soil erosion, flooding, siltation of rivers, dams and reservoirs.
Solutions For Water Crisis In Jordan Supporting vulnerable families in host communities with improved water systems and wastewater infrastructure that are sustainable and climate resilient and expanding coverage to unreached areas. Improving WASH facilities and improved hygiene behaviours in host community schools.
Conclusion In conclusion , Jordan is facing a growing water crisis. It is naturally arid, and forecasts suggest these conditions will worsen in the coming decades.
Resources And Citation Resources https://www.unicef.org/jordan/water- sanitation-and-hygiene Citation Water, sanitation and hygiene. UNICEF Jordan. (2020, November 4). https://www.unicef.org/jordan/water- sanitation-and-hygiene https://www.norwich.edu/news/voices-from- the-hill/4043-water-scarcity-in-jordan-an- examination-of-the-causes-behind-the- crisis#:~:text=This%20article%20argues%20the% 20adverse,driving%20migrants%20to%20Jorda n%20or Kolb, M. (2023, February 1). Matthew Kolb. Water Scarcity in Jordan: An Examination of the Causes behind the Crisis. https://www.norwich.edu/news/voices-from- the-hill/4043-water-scarcity-in-jordan-an- examination-of-the-causes-behind-the-crisis https://www.globalwaters.org/wherewework/ middleeast/jordan https://www.globalwaters.org/wherewework/ middleeast/jordan
