The Financial and Policy Implications of Water Loss

This research analyzed the financial and policy implications of potentially using a regulatory requirement as a mechanism to reduce water loss. This research compared validated water audits from North America, voluntarily submitted in calendar years 2010 to 2013, with audits from Georgia, required t...

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Published in:Journal - American Water Works Association 2016-02, Vol.108 (2), p.E77-E86
Main Authors: Ress, Erin, Roberson, J. Alan
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Comparative analysis
Geographical distribution
Geography
Georgia
nonrevenue water
North America
performance indicators
Regulatory Requirements
Return on investment
Water Audits
Water conservation
Water loss
Water utilities
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Return on investment
Water Audits
Water conservation
Water loss
Water utilities
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