The Times of India

How one of the driest countries, Kuwait, delivers water to millions despite no rivers or lakes

With no rivers, lakes, or renewable freshwater, Kuwait depends almost entirely on desalination to supply water for life, industry, and growth. This engineered water security supports prosperity but comes with high energy and environmental costs. As climate pressures increase, Kuwaits reliance on fossil-fuel-powered desalination highlights both its resilience and long-term vulnerability.