New Zealand research shows volumetric water charging reduces consumption, delays infrastructure needs, and promotes fairness for low-income households.
New Zealand Infrastructure Commission's research reveals that volumetric water charging can significantly benefit both customers and suppliers by reducing water consumption, delaying the need for new infrastructure, and promoting fairness and cost savings for low-income households. Urban regions with water meters show lower water losses, and the report highlights that nearly a quarter of treated water is lost to leakages. The research emphasizes well-designed pricing that encourages consumers and water service providers to improve efficiencies and use existing resources better.
August 01, 2024
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