The last several years Chile has been suffering from a seamlessly never-ending drought. Since 2007, Chile has been doing what it can to survive and wait for rain to quench them. It has even interfered with Chile’s copper production and is impacting energy costs. Now Chile has accepted the drought as a permanent part of their lives.

The Chilean government believes the nation cannot wait any longer and is investing in desalination plants in order to get the country back on track. While there could be additional environment effects in the future due to desalination, the country currently does not have any recourse. For more on Chile’s water woes, click here:: Chile says drought here to stay, lays out plan to ensure water