January 26, 2026
Good news for the water sector: The Sorek B desalination plant has begun full operation
צילום: IDE Tec
Desalination is a process in which salt is removed from seawater.
This turns it into water that can be consumed.
A few days ago, the Water Authority announced some exciting news.
The new desalination plant, Sorek B, has commenced full operation.
It is one of the most advanced facilities in the world.
It can produce approximately 200 million cubic meters of clean water every year.
Israel is a hot country and requires a lot of water.
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Sometimes there is less rain, which puts more pressure on water sources. The Water Authority estimates that in the current water year, Israel will need over 2 billion cubic meters of water. This includes water for drinking, agriculture, and other uses.
Israel has several desalination plants. Together, they provide most of the drinking water in the country. Additionally, Israel also uses recycled water, especially for agriculture.