DOE Voices Opposition to Ultra-Deep Water Extraction

The Department of Environment opposes drilling operations to extract water from a depth of 1,000-3,000 meters, a deputy manager at the state-run organization said.
“Although 15 deep wells are being dug in Sistan-Baluchestan Province, DOE has voiced its opposition to the plan, as geological surveys have proved that water extracted from ultra-deep wells is not safe even if it is treated,” Touraj Fat’hi was also quoted as saying by ISNA.
The implementation of such plans are not viable in Iran, as the extracted water contains a large amount of dissolved substances, including radioactive materials, is warmer and has a low flow rate, he added.