Litani River as It Connects the Sects: Towards Better Reconstruction in Lebanon

Authors

  • Author

  • Hussein Abdulmunim Amery

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31430/LHHC8991

Keywords:

Litani River, Lebanon, Water Management, Governance

Abstract

This study addresses the vital importance of the Litani River in Lebanon and tackles the environmental challenges resulting from severe pollution in the river, where approximately 40 million cubic meters of untreated sewage are dumped annually. The study argues that political fragility and inadequate governmental response in Lebanon, along with the sectarian system, civil war, and extreme poverty, have contributed to the failure to resolve Lebanon's water crisis. The study emphasizes the urgent need for sustainable development and balanced reconstruction in Lebanon, through the implementation of integrated solutions and effective governance of water and land. The study highlights the importance of efficiency in using natural resources and the adoption of innovative technologies to build resilience against climate change, such as remote sensing services, improving rainwater collection, and enhancing soil moisture.

Author Biography

  • Hussein Abdulmunim Amery
    Professor of Water Politics and Policy, Department of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, Colorado, USA.

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Vol. 11 No. 062 (2023): Issue 062

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