Projects Database / Flood Risk Management and Water Harvesting for Livelihood Recovery in Baalback-Hermel - Phase I
Project ID
00059666
Background
The project aims at assisting the Government of Lebanon in its recovery efforts in the conflict-affected and high-poverty region of Baalbeck-Hermel through land management practices, namely flood risk reduction and improved access to irrigation water and networks to achieve crop diversification and improve productivity.
Achievements & Expected Results
- Establishment and Implementation of a flood risk management plan over an area of 94 km2 in Aarsal and Fakhe region.
- Water harvesting in North Bekaa and installation of efficient irrigation networks.
- Crop diversification and improved land cover in North Bekaa.
- Improved public awareness on flood risks management and training of the target municipality on maintenenace of flood management structures.
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Lebanon
