Enhancing Water Productivity and Unit Efficiency in Dry Regions of Palestine

Year 2025, Volume: 1 Issue: 8, 32 - 49

Yahya Istaitih Waleed Zaid

Abstract

Payments for irrigation water (PIW) have gained popularity as an effective approach for protecting and restoring active ecosystems and watershed services. However, the emergence and persistence of these innovative financing tools and governance systems remain poorly understood. Water resources in Palestine are limited and scarce. As a result, there is a growing discussion about "adaptation" in development planning. This is seen to reduce risks associated with resource scarcity, environmental change, and the effects of climate change. The available resources are becoming increasingly limited and require careful management. The purpose of this study is to develop policies and methods for addressing water crises in dry areas. This will involve identifying the technical, social, economic, and political challenges associated with water scarcity and sustainable water management. To accomplish this, we will rely on secondary data and literature reviews from international sources such as ICARDA, as well as national experiments like NARC. We will also collect secondary data from previous studies and analyze the results to gain a better understanding of our strengths and weaknesses. By taking this approach, we hope to develop effective solutions to managing water resources in dry areas. A comprehensive study was conducted to examine the current state of water scarcity in dry areas, with a particular focus on Palestine (WBG), under different water conditions. The findings indicate an urgent requirement for more information and data on the characteristics of various water management methods to assess the water status and devise national water strategies for the inhabitants of (WBG). The study also delved into elucidating policies and adaptation techniques for agriculture in dry areas, grappling with a shortfall of water resources.

Keywords

Palestine, Dry Areas, Water, ICARDA, NARC, Environmental.

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