Water Energy Food Nexus to Tackle Climate Change in the Eastern Mediterranean

Albatayneh, Aiman

doi:10.1177/11786221231170222

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“…Starting with the ARED variable, it appears that an increase of this variable by one unit in the long-term positively and significatively influences FS in both countries ( [45,46]). Effectively, the amplifying of ARED can advance food security in numerous means such as the increase of freshwater availability derived from renewable energy desalination which can offer a new basis of freshwater for irrigation to enlarge afterwards agricultural production and raise food availability ( [47]). Also, it is a solution to minimize reliance on fossil fuels (major source of greenhouse gas emissions) and alleviate climate change, which can have a negative impact on agriculture.…”

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Sustainable Food Security: Balancing Desalination, Climate Change, and Population Growth in Five Arab Countries Using ARDL and VECM

Derouez,

Ifa

2024

Sustainability

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This study examines the complex interplay between food security, climate change, population, water, and renewable energy desalination in five Arab countries: Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Using a comprehensive econometric approach: an Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag approach (ARDL) and Vector Error Correction Model (VECM) technique spanning 1990–2022, to explore the short- and long-run dynamics of these relationships and identify causal linkages. The ARDL results reveal a mixed outcome. While renewable energy desalination capacity holds potential for enhancing food security in all countries, its impact depends on cost and government support. The cost of desalination negatively affects food security in most cases, highlighting the need for cost-effective solutions. Climate change poses a significant threat, particularly in Morocco, Egypt, and Jordan, but it may also offer unexpected opportunities for KSA and UAE. Population growth, unsurprisingly, strains food security across the region. Water scarcity emerges as a major challenge, especially for Jordan. The Granger causality tests uncover bidirectional relationships between renewable energy desalination, climate change, and water in Morocco and Jordan, suggesting their interconnected influence. In Egypt, population, water, and food imports drive the system, while KSA and UAE exhibit complex dynamics with renewable energy desalination and food imports acting as key drivers. Policymakers facing the complex challenge of food security in Arab countries should take note of this research’s multifaceted findings. While renewable energy desalination holds promise, its success hinges on reducing costs through technological advancements and government support, particularly in Morocco, Egypt, and Jordan. Climate change adaptation strategies must be prioritized, while recognizing potentially unexpected opportunities in regions like KSA and UAE. Additionally, addressing water scarcity through innovative resource management is crucial, especially for Jordan. Managing population growth through family planning initiatives and promoting sustainable agricultural practices are vital for long-term food security. Finally, the identified causal relationships underscore the need for integrated policy approaches that acknowledge the interconnectedness of these factors. By tailoring responses to the specific dynamics of each nation, policymakers can ensure effective interventions and secure a sustainable food future for the region.

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Sustainable Food Security: Balancing Desalination, Climate Change, and Population Growth in Five Arab Countries Using ARDL and VECM

Derouez,

Ifa

2024

Sustainability

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“…However, the installation of solar and wind energy systems requires large land areas which are limited in Tenerife island. Albatayneh, 2023 [28] has studied the water-energy-food nexus to tackle climate change in Eastern Mediterranean region. The author stated that integrating water, energy and food systems can generate synergies to help Eastern Mediterranean countries to solve climate change related issues.…”

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The Water-energy-tourism Nexus in the Island of Crete, Greece

John

2024

IJAMRS

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Mediterranean islands are popular tourism destinations visited by millions of tourists every year while their natural resources are limited and often unable to support their growing tourism industry. The interrelation of tourism industry with energy and water resources in the island of Crete, Greece has been studied. The current status of tourism industry in Crete is reviewed as well as the availability of energy and water resources in the island. It has been estimated that the direct use of water in hotels is at 2.71 M3 per tourist arrival while the energy consumption in hotels is at 124.55 KWh per tourist arrival. However, the indirect use of water by tourists is higher than the direct use while the energy consumption in tourists’ transportation is significantly higher than the consumption in their accommodation. Under normal hydrological conditions sufficient water resources can be supplied to local hotels and tourism accommodation facilities while adequate electricity can be also supplied to them. However, in order to avoid future water deficit in Crete which is going to adversely impact the local tourism industry several measures should be taken including: Water conservation measures in agriculture and in other sectors, water desalination, recycle of gray water and better management of the existing water resources. The abundant renewable energy resources of Crete should be used for heat and power generation in hotels. The results could be useful to stakeholders of the local tourism industry, to policy makers and to local authorities and residents.

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“…In response to these challenges, there is a growing need to develop adaptive strategies to mitigate the impacts of water and salinity stresses. These strategies may include improving water use efficiency, developing crop varieties that are more resistant to drought and salinity, encouraging sustainable land management strategies, and allocating resources towards the development of water treatment and desalination technologies are essential steps in fostering sustainable water resource utilization Albatayneh, 2023;Patel et al, 2023).…”

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Crop Resistance Mechanisms to Alleviate Climate Change-Related Stress

2024

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Water Energy Food Nexus to Tackle Climate Change in the Eastern Mediterranean

Cited by 6 publications

References 37 publications

Sustainable Food Security: Balancing Desalination, Climate Change, and Population Growth in Five Arab Countries Using ARDL and VECM

Sustainable Food Security: Balancing Desalination, Climate Change, and Population Growth in Five Arab Countries Using ARDL and VECM

The Water-energy-tourism Nexus in the Island of Crete, Greece

Crop Resistance Mechanisms to Alleviate Climate Change-Related Stress

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