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Monday, March 24, 2025
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Monday, March 24, 2025
Lawmakers allocate NIS 3.5 billion for upgrading wastewater infrastructure for farmers
Sue Surkes is The Times of Israel's environment reporter
The Knesset Economy Committee approves for second and third reading an amendment to the Water Law which will see some NIS 3.5 billion ($940 million) invested in upgrading treated wastewater infrastructure, including building a national wastewater carrier.
Farmers have long complained about steep water costs, saying it affects their competitiveness.
Israel is already a world leader in the use of treated wastewater for agriculture. Roughly 85% of all sewage and grey water is treated for use in farmers’ fields.
Wastewater is cheaper than freshwater. In areas where wastewater is limited, the cost of freshwater will be reduced.
