AWWA ACE70663

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of the economics of shortages. The problems of urban water pricing are presented, and solutions include: every household faces a fixed charge proportionate to fixedexpenses;variable pricing in first two blocks ("lifeline" and "basic")covers variable costs;width of blocks according to number of people in the house;third block ("excessive") produces surplus; and,surplus can be used to lower fixed (per meter) costs, rebatedper capita or invested.

Product Details

Edition:

Vol. - No.

Published:

11/01/2009

Number of Pages:

29

File Size:

1 file , 1.4 MB