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Based in one of the most conflict-prone neighbourhoods in the world, Jordan has served as an island of peace and stability for decades. However, climate change threatens the nation’s humdrum reputation as rising global temperatures and waves of refugees stress the region’s dwindling water supply. Already facing the most serious environmental crisis in its history, Jordan must heed the advice of environmentalists to ensure its population retains access to water and its farmers can realise economic opportunities. “The UNFCC estimates Jordan will fall into the category of having an absolute water…