Afghanistan: Use of Solar Power Wells for Agriculture Sparks Concerns

Jun 20, 2022 | Abdul Saboor Sirat, Pajhwok Afghan News
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Farmers in northern Balkh province say it is easy drawing water from wells for agricultural purposes using solar energy. Experts, however, warn the practice lowers the groundwater level and poses a serious threat to human life. In several parts of the country, especially in Balkh province, water shortages have forced growers to dig up deep wells and draw water from them through solar power.