Arid regions find water solution in recycled wastewater for agriculture
Insufficient water supply in arid regions is worsened by uneven distribution and pollution from industry and cities. To tackle this, cost-effective wastewater treatment and reuse in agriculture is crucial. Using adapted technologies, reclaimed wastewater can be efficiently treated and used for irrigation. In Konya, Turkey, wastewater is collected and discharged to a drainage channel, eventually reaching a salt lake. The quality of the wastewater was analyzed, and treatment processes were assessed for suitability in irrigation. The study found that advanced treatment of reclaimed water can make it suitable for use in agriculture and forestry.