Assessing resource stress under irrigation expansion and climate change in Ethiopia

This study evaluates the implications of Ethiopia’s irrigation expansion targets under climate change scenarios using an enhanced Climate, Land, Energy, and Water systems (CLEWs) model. By incorporating refined spatial and temporal resolution and modelling seasonal crop stages, the research quantifies trade-offs across resource systems. Indicators of water stress and biodiversity impact are analysed. Results aim to inform integrated climate adaptation planning, aligning Ethiopia’s low-emission development strategy with sustainable resource use.