Jordan’s mega-plan for water security risks locking in fossil gas demand

A giant desalination plant will help Jordan confront water scarcity, but solar power’s limited role in the energy-hungry project has raised questions about how climate adaptation finance is being spent The post Jordan’s mega-plan for water security risks locking in fossil gas demand appeared first…

First covered Oct 1, 2026 · 6:57 AM PT · 1 article

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12h Climate Home News Jordan’s mega-plan for water security risks locking in fossil gas demand — A giant desalination plant will help Jordan confront water scarcity, but solar power’s limited role in the energy-hungry project has raised questions about how…

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Appeared in: 2026-10-01 (#9)

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