The agreement between the governments of Bulgaria and Israel for cooperation in the field of water management has come into force, providing a wide range of opportunities related to water management, irrigation, recycling, and more.
With the entry into force of the agreement, Bulgaria gains access to advancements in areas such as the optimization and reduction of losses in the water supply network, water storage, the use and reuse of treated wastewater, automated control and real-time monitoring of various parameters in the network, adaptation to and mitigation of climate change, sustainable development of the water sector, innovative solutions for agriculture, and efficient irrigation of crops, as well as enhanced protection against disasters such as floods.
"This agreement provides a wide range of opportunities related to water management, irrigation, recycling, and more. Every cooperation between our two countries is a symbol of the excellent historical relations between Bulgaria and Israel, which should and can be deepened in every possible area," commented the Ambassador of Israel to Bulgaria, H.E. Yossi Levi Sfari.
Over the years, Israel has become a global leader in water management, demonstrating remarkable achievements in desalination, water recycling, water loss prevention, and efficient irrigation. It houses some of the largest and most advanced seawater desalination facilities in the world. These achievements not only provide water resources for the country's needs but also significantly contribute to regional cooperation.
Israel holds the world record in water recycling, processing about 95% of its wastewater, with nearly 90% reused in agriculture. It is followed by Singapore, which treats 40% of its wastewater.
The country uses advanced technologies for water management and water supply networks, including real-time monitoring systems, leak detection, and automated control systems, to minimize water loss and optimize usage.
Israel has developed drip irrigation technology that delivers water directly to plant roots, reducing evaporation and runoff while increasing crop yields and saving water.