Water policy in Algeria

Abstract

Water scarcity is a reality in Algeria. However, this stark fact is sometimes misunderstood. High population growth coupled with industrialization calls for a sustainable water use pattern in industrial, agricultural, and domestic sectors. The problems caused by water scarcity imply important changes in the criteria and objectives of water policies. The major water issues in Algeria can be attributed to both policy implementation failure and a lack of on-the-ground application of regulations. For a better tomorrow, it is pressing to integrate policy frameworks with particular attention to efficient utilization, rationalization, and conservation. The proposed approach is illustrated in the paper by the case study of water policy analysis for Algeria.