Germany split over water liberalisation and privatisation
- From: Vol 4, Issue 12 (December 2003)
- Category: General
- Region: Europe
- Country: Germany
- Related Companies: Eurawasser and Ondeo/Suez
Private sector participation seems to be advancing at a very slow rate in Germany. GWI looks at what might speed it up.
Germany is potentially one of the most attractive markets for private water companies. It has a tradition of generous tariffs and strong public support for investment in environmental improvements. But progress towards private sector participation has been slow.
This reflects the fact that the federal government, the states and the municipalities each have some responsibility for determining the pace of ...
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