Water in israel

Shira Singer pushes Israel’s water sector into a new technological era

Ahead of the Women Leaders' Summit 2026, Mekorot’s Head of Digital Customer Experience reflects on AI, digital transformation, and the challenge of modernizing a traditional industry

MARCH 23, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, IN COLLABORATION WITH MEKOROT

Shira Singer, Head of Digital Customer Experience in the Technology Division at Mekorot

An aerial view of the Kinneret. To the casual observer, the lake, also known as the Sea of Galilee, appears to be a rare environmental success story in an era of climate uncertainty.

Israel launches historic project to send desalinated water into Sea of Galilee

New Reverse Carrier system will send up to 5,000 cubic meters of desalinated water per hour into the lake by early summer, as officials cite climate pressures and wartime conditions.

MARCH 5, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

(R to L) Daniel Soffer Mekorot Acting CEO, Eli Cohen Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eli Lankri Mayor of Eilat, Andre Uzan Chairman of the Board of Directors

Mekorot to invest NIS 800 million in doubling water supply to Eilat

"This is enormous news that will drive growth across the entire region and surrounding communities," says Infrastructure and Energy Minister Eli Cohen

JANUARY 28, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

An aerial view of the Jordan River flowing along the border between Israel and Jordan. Environmental experts are pushing for a plan that could build environmentally sustainable interdependence among countries in the region.

Environmental cooperation emerges as cornerstone for Middle East peace, experts say

Shared environmental needs could succeed in creating stability in the Middle East, experts say

JANUARY 27, 2026|BySTEPHANIE L. FREID

Revolution in Israel's water metering market

The installation of two million smart water meters across the country is nearing completion. This deployment benefits Israeli consumers, saving them approximately NIS 100 million annually.

JANUARY 21, 2025ByWALLA! MONEY

The meters not only ensure accurate consumption readings but also detect leaks and water loss

Mekorot reports 14% net income increase to NIS 166m. in Q1-3

Israel's national water company, Mekorot, achieved 95% of its development goals, amounting to approximately 1.2 billion shekels.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Water diplomacy during the Abraham Accords: Building trust through shared resources - opinion

Water, as a critical shared resource, has the potential to bridge divides and foster cooperation.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024ByNOAM BEDEIN

Havasu City Mayor Cal Sheehy with the author and his sons, as part of the year-long emissary mission ‘Agents of Hope’ across North and Central America.

Mekorot receives certification for operational resilience

The national water company maintained service during recent crises, earning recognition for its emergency preparedness and setting new standards for resilience in Israel's water infrastructure.

OCTOBER 15, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

From right to left: CPA Elad Navon, CEO of Modi'in Water Corporation, Haim Bibas, Mayor of Modi'in-Maccabim-Reut and head of The Federation of Local Authorities in Israel, Gabi Yankovitz, CEO of Arad, Regev Yanay, VP Sales and Marketing - Israel at Arad.

The drastic increases did not escape us: Mey Eden jumps the prices

Market factors: The company is on the shelf and has an interest in showing an increase in revenues - potential sale of Mey Eden spurs price hikes.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024ByLIAT RON

Mey Eden Water dominates the water market with sales of approximately NIS 222 million in 2023 and a market share of approximately 38%

National water company to double water supply to southern Israel

Mekorot announces a significant investment to double water supply to southern Israel, enhancing agricultural support and regional development.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

"This plan is essential to meet the agricultural water needs as defined by government ministries". In the meeting with Minister Amsalem.

Mekorot expands its innovation activities with investment in startups Argu and Bimmatch

A major focus of these investments is water supply and quality, operations and maintenance, cybersecurity protection, energy management, and infrastructure maintenance.

AUGUST 12, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF