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Desalination Plan to Address Water Scarcity in Cyprus

November 1, 2025

The Cabinet approves a plan to tackle water scarcity in Cyprus, investing in desalination units. Two permanent and three mobile desalination units will be constructed and installed. The total expenditure for purchasing desalinated water by 2026 will reach €140 million. Significant water shortages are expected in several regions, especially Limassol, Nicosia, Larnaca, and Famagusta. The units will also operate with renewable energy sources.