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CommunicationPublished on 11 April 2024

Lebanon: more water, less tensions

Bern — Since 2019, Lebanon has been experiencing a severe economic crisis while simultaneously hosting approximately 1.5 million refugees from Syria. Access to clean drinking water for all is not guaranteed, exacerbating tensions. In the Bekaa Valley, the SDC is running a project that utilises digitalisation and solar energy to improve water management. The project also aims to ease tensions surrounding water access. This initiative is part of Switzerland's broader efforts to address water-related issues in Lebanon.

Solar systems operate the water pumping station in Fekha, which was rehabilitated by the SDC.

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Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
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3003 Bern
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Federal Department of Foreign Affairs

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Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
Eichenweg 5
3003 Bern