Groundwater in Jordan (IMAGE)

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Groundwater in Jordan

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Jordan is one of the driest countries on earth and covers most of its water requirements from groundwater. However, over-exploitation of water resources and the booming population are jeopardizing long-term water supplies. Most of the water is used for agricultural irrigation.

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Photo: André Künzelmann/UFZ

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