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Private Operation of US Water Utilities
Author(s) -
Stump Michael M.
Publication year - 1986
Publication title -
journal ‐ american water works association
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.466
H-Index - 74
eISSN - 1551-8833
pISSN - 0003-150X
DOI - 10.1002/j.1551-8833.1986.tb05694.x
Subject(s) - business , wastewater , water utility , water industry , environmental economics , private sector , finance , water supply , waste management , economics , engineering , environmental engineering , economic growth
As increasing problems associated with the operation of municipal water and wastewater facilities in the United States are encountered, private firms are beginning to offer management and operations services to public utilities on a contract basis. Many municipalities can realize cost savings and achieve more efficient operation of their water and wastewater treatment plants through contracts with private firms. In addition, performance is guaranteed. The author describes the need for, and advantages of, private operation of public utilities.