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Increasing access - the experience of small-scale water providers in serving the poor in Metro Manila

Small-scale water providers continue to supply water to many parts of metro Manila. Some providers cover all the water needs of a household, while others supplement the services of the major water providers operating in the city.

This AusAID-funded study of 10 small-scale water providers in metro Manila identified five different types of water providers, with each type employing its own business model and catering to different groups of customers. Some providers show an exceptional ability to serve poorer segments of the city.

 

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