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Israel Pays 50% More for Desalinated Water Amid Algae Crisis
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Israel is paying up to 50% more for desalinated water due to an algae contamination crisis affecting privately operated plants. The increased cost aims to ensure continued production despite potential damage to equipment, raising concerns about the country's reliance on private infrastructure for essential services.
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- Israel's Water Authority pays 50% more for desalinated water due to algae crisis.
- Private plant operators receive higher rates to cover damage risks.
- Crisis highlights concerns over Israel's reliance on private water infrastructure.
- Environmental group criticizes lack of backup capacity and calls for investment.
- One operator states tariff increase was a unilateral decision by the Water Authority.
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