Do Water Bills Reflect the True Value of Tap Water?

I’ve uncovered stark contrasts between tap water's actual cost and its alternatives. This has led me to explore the need for clarity in how water utilities present billing data and emphasize why we should all take a closer look at the price—and privilege—of potable water.

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Opflow
Published
2025-06-16
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https://doi.org/10.1002/opfl.2119
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Water resources management and optimization
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Do Water Bills Reflect the True Value of Tap Water?

Liam Paul McDonnell
Opflow
Water resources management and optimization
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Do Water Bills Reflect the True Value of Tap Water?

Liam Paul McDonnell
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Abstract

I’ve uncovered stark contrasts between tap water's actual cost and its alternatives. This has led me to explore the need for clarity in how water utilities present billing data and emphasize why we should all take a closer look at the price—and privilege—of potable water.

OpflowVol. 51(6)
Openalex Percentile: Top 83%
Water resources management and optimization
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