Advancing Sustainable Desalination in the Mediterranean

Plan Bleu is pleased to announce the selection of groundbreaking research papers addressing the future of desalination in the Mediterranean region. This initiative, rooted in the objectives of the Barcelona Convention, highlights the importance of sustainability, socioeconomic inclusion, and governance in tackling water scarcity.

These selected studies explore key aspects of desalination, including economic viability, environmental impacts mitigation, inclusive decision-making, and governance frameworks. Their insights will help guide Mediterranean policymakers and stakeholders toward resilient and sustainable water management practices.

Selected Papers Include:

1. Inclusive Waters: Assessing the Socioeconomic Impact of Desalination and Inclusive Decision-Making in the Mediterranean – Widad Metajer & Ykhlef Soumia
2. Assessing the Economic Viability of Desalination in Selected Mediterranean Countries: How Can It Contribute to a Sustainable Future? – Samir Maliki, Mourad Kertous, Ouieme Sour
3. Strengthening the Sustainability and Resilience of the Desalination Sector in the Mediterranean – Firas Marsit
4. Improving Governance and Regulatory Tools for More Sustainable Water Management in Algeria – Bouznad Imad Eddine
5. Sustainability in Desalination: Addressing Risks and Mitigation Strategies Across the Mediterranean Region – Mohammed N. Assaf
6. Can Desalinated Water Drive Agricultural Growth in Algeria? A Feasibility Study for Economic and Sustainable Development – Hadjer Boulila
7. Towards a ‘One Health’ Approach to Sustainable Desalination: Reducing Environmental and Social Impacts – Maha El-Mahoudi
8. Governance and Executive Regulatory Tools for a More Sustainable Desalination Industry in Algeria – Najet Aroua
9. Balancing Access and Sustainability: Assessing the Economic, Social, and Environmental Impacts of Water Desalination in Algeria – Mourad Kertous, Samir Maliki, Ouieme Sour
10. Examining the Connections Between Water Resource Scarcity, Desalination and Climate Change: A Study Supporting SDG 6 Implementation – Salah Eddine Sari Hassoun

Together, these contributions form a rich foundation for enhancing desalination practices and sustainability criteria in the Mediterranean. The findings will be synthesized into a capitalization report to inform policy and support sustainable development goals.