The perception of the population regarding the water supply in Pitești City, Argeș County, Romania

Water, as the vital resource for life, is subject of several challenges in the contemporary world. One challenge is to complete supplied it in the best parameters for the entire world population, from crowded cities to remote areas. An assessment upon the state of population water supply is fundamental for establishing and adopting measures and policies for a sustainable management of this resource. Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the population's perception regarding the water supply in Pitești City, Argeș County, Romania. For this study, a cross-sectional survey was used, disseminated online to the Pitești residents. The results showed both the strengths and some weaknesses of the water supply in Pitești. About 60% of those surveyed have a very good and good opinion about the quality of water supply services in Pitești City, while the remaining 40% are more reserved about it. The study could help local authority to establish a sustainable water management for urban residents.