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Rain Bringer: Palma's Reservoirs Fill Up – A Breather for Water

How fuller reservoirs affect desalination in Mallorca

Better reservoir levels in Palma can ease reliance on desalination, which is costly and energy-intensive.

Published: April 23, 2026
Rain Bringer: Palma's Reservoirs Fill Up – A Breather for Water

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Will fuller reservoirs reduce the need to desalinate water in Mallorca?

Higher reservoir levels can ease pressure on desalination, especially when there is more fresh water available for the network. That matters because desalinated seawater is expensive and energy-intensive. A stronger reservoir level does not remove the need for desalination, but it can reduce how heavily Palma has to rely on it.

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