Evolution and Efficiency Profiles of Urban Water Utilities in Mexico

In this paper, physical, commercial, and global efficiency of Mexican urban water utilities between 2002 and 2008 is analyzed. Utilities were grouped in four categories depending on their scores; afterwards the groups were compared in terms of variables that can affect their performance. Results ind...

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Published in:Estudios demográficos y urbanos 2011-09, Vol.26 (3), p.563-599
Main Authors: Ley, America N. Lutz, Adams, Alejandro Salazar
Format: Article
Language:Spanish
Subjects:
Consumption
Mexico
Production Consumption Relationship
Urban Areas
Water Supply
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Summary:In this paper, physical, commercial, and global efficiency of Mexican urban water utilities between 2002 and 2008 is analyzed. Utilities were grouped in four categories depending on their scores; afterwards the groups were compared in terms of variables that can affect their performance. Results indicate that there are not significant changes in the levels of efficiencies in this period. Physical efficiency is higher in large localities, where consumption level, per capita GDP, and production costs were also greater; whereas commercial efficiency and revenue per cubic meter are greater in localities with higher metering coverage. Adapted from the source document.
ISSN:0186-7210