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Alert level for Es Pla: Who saves water — and who pays the price?

Desalination and Mallorca’s long-term water supply

Desalination may help Mallorca, but it is costly, energy-intensive and needs careful planning.

Published: April 22, 2026
Alert level for Es Pla: Who saves water — and who pays the price?

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Is desalination a realistic long-term answer for Mallorca’s water shortage?

Desalination can provide water when reservoirs are low, but it is expensive and uses a lot of energy. It may help Mallorca in the long run, but only if it is paired with renewable energy and fair pricing. Most experts would still see it as part of a wider solution, not the only one.

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