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The energy to pump water also.
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But the fossil water reserves are severely depleted.
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Israel turned the desert into arable land.
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Even though these hothouses are now irrigated drop by drop,
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Water consumption continues to increase along with exports.
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The once mighty river Jordan is now just a trickle.
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Its water has flown to supermarkets all over the world...
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In crates of fruit and vegetables.
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The Jordan's fate is not unique.
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Across the planet, one major river in 10...
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No longer flows into the sea for several months of the year.
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The dead sea derives its name from its incredibly high salinity...