This project will enable more than 1 million people to access improved wastewater collection and treatment services and reduced environmental pollution.
WD News: The World Bank Board has approved a total of $434.7 million in financing for the Türkiye Water Circularity and Efficiency Improvement Project. This innovative operation will help address the challenges of climate change-induced water scarcity and reduce wastewater pollution in water-stressed areas.
The project will improve wastewater and reuse services; increase irrigation services and efficiency; and strengthen institutional capacity and coordination for managing water circularity in selected areas in the country.
This will help nearly 5,000 farmers to benefit from improved access to irrigation services, which will help increase productivity, income, and livelihoods.
“With this project, the World Bank is pleased to support Türkiye move towards a more resilient, green, and inclusive growth path at a time when the challenges of climate change are increasingly noticeable” said Humberto Lopez, World Bank Country Director for Türkiye.
Türkiye is a water-stressed country, with climate change and increasing urbanisation and economic activities adding to the already high risks to its water security. Over two-thirds of the country’s 25 river basins are facing water scarcity.
“In the long run, the project will contribute to improved public health, enhanced sustainable use and integrated management of water resources, strengthened climate resilience, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions,” said Sanyu Lutalo one of the Task Team Leaders of the project.
Source & image courtesy: World Bank
