Water Utility Basics
(1.5 days)
Explore the business and economic side of the water industry and learn the services and regulation involved in the various stages of water flow, the basics of sourcing and delivery, the challenges and changes shaping the industry, and the external influences that have shaped the current market conditions
This class benefits:
anyone new to the water industry seeking basic understanding of the factors and fundamentals that have shaped the water business;
those with limited or specialized experience seeking to broaden their industry knowledge as a whole;
investors, analysts, regulatory, legislative, and other personnel seeking an overview of the water industry and market influences;
Subjects
٠US Water Usage and History
٠Regulation and Regulating Entities
٠Water Utility Development
٠Non-traditional Business Models
٠Deregulation & Markets
٠Basic Fluid Concepts
٠Water Sources
٠Water Collection Technologies and Diversity
٠Renewable Sources Overview and Development
٠Water Storage
٠Transmission
System Integration and Markets
Distribution
٠Customer Usage and Metering
٠Water Conservation
٠Utility Rates & Ratemaking