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# Michael Michalchik So Californians use more water than Israelis. ...

*March 30, 2024 — Comment Archer T. Ships replied to Michael Michalchik's comment.*

Michael Michalchik So Californians use more water than Israelis.  What of it?  Whatever amount Californians use, it has to come from somewhere.  If the numbers for the Sorek B plant are accurate, then desalination is cost competitive with other sources of water (using the numbers you provided).