The JICA Alumni Cooperative in Lebanon (LEBAJICA) launched a pivotal initiative in partnership with the Beirut and Mount Lebanon Water Establishment (BMLWE) to enhance water quality monitoring at the Debayeh Laboratory. This project, supported by the Ministry of Energy and Water (MoEW), and open-handedly funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), focuses on equipping BMLWE with advanced water-testing tools to address critical public health and environmental challenges in Lebanon.
The initiative aims to measure vital water quality parameters such as Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Dissolved Oxygen (DO), Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), temperature, pH, salinity, and conductivity. These capabilities are essential for ensuring safe drinking water, monitoring wastewater, and addressing national water safety concerns amid Lebanon's economic and environmental crises.
Project Objectives and Outputs:
Water Testing: Advanced equipment will provide comprehensive data for assessing water quality in various applications, including drinking water and wastewater.
Training and Workshops: Specialists at BMLWE will receive hands-on training to master the use of the TenSette Pipet for variable volume pipetting as well as Calibration and Operation of the HQ4100 Portable Multi-Meter when using the dedicated probes, with the aim of maximizing the benefits of the new equipment. This knowledge will be further disseminated through workshops to enhance operational and analytical capabilities.
LEBAJICA emphasized the project's urgency, citing the growing strain on Lebanon's water systems due to economic instability, environmental challenges, and unsustainable water use patterns. "Ensuring access to safe and quality water is a cornerstone for public health and consumer protection," LEBAJICA representatives stated.
Despite political and economic unpredictability, the collaboration between LEBAJICA and BMLWE aims to ensure sustainability and foster long-term improvements in Lebanon’s water sector. The partnership reinforces shared goals of water safety, quality enhancement, and staff capacity-building to benefit Lebanese consumers and future generations.
The project marks a significant step forward in safeguarding Lebanon’s water resources and improving public health through innovation and collaboration.
