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Water Experts Recommend New Methods to Measure Rate Affordability, Financial Capabilities

February 28, 2020

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Water, wastewater, and stormwater bills have been increasing above general price inflation and household income growth rates for decades. Affordability, therefore, has become an increasingly important issue, heightening focus on utility rate design, customer service policies, and customer assistance programs. It’s time to revisit traditional methods of measuring household affordability and assessing community financial capability. […]

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How To Perform Better Fieldwork: Tips and Considerations

January 28, 2020

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Whether you undertake field work every day or just a few times in your career, follow these basic tips to make the most out of your trips out of the water resource recovery facility. Image courtesy of Kipp Hanley/Prince William County Service Authority

Fieldwork is one of the most exciting things about working for water. Getting out of the laboratory or treatment facility and into the field gives you the chance to apply your knowledge to better understand factors affecting the environment and public health while also enjoying some sun and fresh air. However, effective fieldwork requires thorough […]

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