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Water and Sanitation Infrastructure Planning in Developing Countries

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUnited States11.479
Free, no sign-up neededSpring 2007English
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This course examines the policy and planning for the provision of water supply and sanitation services in developing countries. It reviews available technologies, but emphasizes the planning and policy process, including economic, social, environmental, and health issues. The course incorporates considerations of financing, pricing, institutional structure, consumer demand, and community participation in the planning process.

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