Iran has officially launched a landmark project to transfer desalinated water from the Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman to the country’s central plateau, marking a significant step toward addressing chronic water shortages. President Masoud Pezeshkian inaugurated the initiative, which aims to secure sustainable water supplies for industrial hubs in Isfahan Province and beyond.
The project features an 800-kilometer pipeline, constructed over two years at a cost of 350 trillion rials, and is designed to reduce dependence on the Zayanderud basin, a critical but overexploited water source. Backed by Mobarakeh Steel Company, the system will deliver desalinated seawater to major industries, ensuring operational continuity and supporting economic growth in arid regions.
President Pezeshkian emphasized that strategic planning and inter-sectoral cooperation are essential to overcoming Iran’s water crisis. He also highlighted the need to encourage future industrial and population development along the country’s southern coasts, where desalination infrastructure can be scaled efficiently.
This project represents a pivotal move toward integrating desalination into national water security strategies, reducing stress on inland water resources, and aligning with Iran’s long-term sustainability goals.
(Source: Eurasia Review)