Lebanon Direct Action - Bekaa Water Management Programme (BWMP)

Population of the Bekaa, 1.5 million Lebanese and Syrian refugees under the mandate of Bekaa Water Establishment.

Bekaa Water Establishment, Municipalities and Union of Municipalities.  

1. The population have better access to essential WASH services through support for infrastructure, evidence-based management, and critical business operations of water resources
2. Improved cooperation on integrated water management, at social and institutional level, mitigates water-related conflicts and fragmentation of the water sector

Expected results:  

1.1. Safe water and adequate sanitation systems are constructed or improved in collaboration with national institutions, governorates, and local communities.

1.2. Evidence-based decision making contributes to improved management of water resources and climate change adaptation through digital information analysis.

2.1. Conflict sensitive programme management reduces community tensions and mitigates harm to people and infrastructure.

2.2. Increased participatory planning between BWE and Municipalities, Unions and other local actors strengthens social stabilisation. 

Results from previous phases:  

Access to water has been ensured with the business continuity of the Bekaa Water Establishment by providing rehabilitation and repair for 48 pumping stations covering more than 700’000 people of the Bekaa Valley.

The project was a pioneer in digitalization with a system across 61 key locations, ensuring flaw detection and rapid response, preventing disruptions in water supply. Solarisation of 4 pumping stations for more than 50,000 persons ensured water access despite electricity shortages (lowering costs and reducing CO2 emissions).

BWMP also introduced new approaches such as drinking water fountains in public areas, fostering social cohesion (9,000 people).