strategy
Upgrading basic utilities system
Synonyms:
Updating basic utilitiesProviding fundamental utility services on demand
Extending basic physical infrastructure services
Claim:
There are clear advantages to public/private partnership in the provision of basic services and infrastructure. While community involvement can reduce costs, increase cost recovery and promote sustainability, it is impossible for the poor to develop all the services they need by themselves. The capital costs of installing major infrastructure are too high. private suppliers (usually in the informal sector) can enjoy significant cost and efficiency advantages over centralized provision. However, if coverage, accessibility and quality are to be maintained at acceptable levels, private suppliers must be supervised by the government and operate within a framework controlled by the State. Narrower:
Improving public utilities in urban areasImproving location of power transmission linesProviding environmental infrastructure for human settlementsExpanding water services for rural and low-income peri-urban areas Facilitates:
Increasing investment in housing infrastructure Values:
UtilityOverdemand Subjects:
Social Activity → ServicesIndustry → Utilities
Research, Standards → Quality unification
→ Systems
Science → Theoretical
Type Classification:
G: Very Specific strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
