Tan-Tan: ONEE Completes Water Demineralization Plant Expansion

The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) has announced the completion of the expansion project for the Tan-Tan demineralization station, a strategic infrastructure aimed at securing the drinking water supply for the city and its neighboring areas.

The inauguration took place in the presence of the province’s governor, Abdallah Chater, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Green March. This event further strengthens national efforts toward water sovereignty and sustainable development in the southern provinces.

An Investment of 80 Million Dirhams to Increase Production Capacity

Carried out with a budget of 80 million dirhams, financed by ONEE through a loan from the Saudi Development Fund, this project focuses on expanding the station that processes water from the Sehb El Harcha aquifer.

The extension provides an additional capacity of 4,300 cubic meters per day, bringing the site’s total production to nearly 13,000 cubic meters per day, according to the ONEE’s announcement.

Modern and Energy-Efficient Technology

The new facility is based on reverse osmosis technology and incorporates advanced energy recovery systems. These facilities will help reduce the carbon footprint, enhance energy efficiency, and optimize production costs, aligning with national goals for sustainable transition.

A Project Embedded in the PNAEPI 2020-2027

This significant project is part of the National Program for Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation 2020-2027 (PNAEPI), the convention for which was signed before His Majesty King Mohammed VI.

With this expansion, the drinking water supply for 92,000 residents will now be secured, directly contributing to the socio-economic development of the region and enhancing the water resilience of the southern provinces.