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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Public Health
  • Water Resource Management

Background:

  • 12% of the US population experiences water insecurity, with half relying on Decentralized Water Systems (DWS).
  • Current research and funding predominantly focus on Centralized Water Systems (CWS), neglecting DWS challenges.
  • DWS are less formally structured than CWS, involving more stakeholders and placing significant responsibility on households.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize and define DWS using professional terminology.
  • To compare stakeholder responsibilities in DWS versus CWS.
  • To propose strategies for professionalizing the DWS sector and ensuring equitable water service.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of DWS and CWS structures and responsibilities.
  • Review of existing strategies for DWS professionalization.
  • Identification of research gaps and future research directions for DWS.

Main Results:

  • DWS have a less formal structure and more intermediaries between water source and tap compared to CWS.
  • Households using DWS bear substantial responsibilities for water quality, quantity, treatment, finance, and maintenance.
  • Significant disparities exist in regulatory, economic, and social support for DWS compared to CWS.

Conclusions:

  • Professionalizing DWS is crucial for addressing water insecurity in communities relying on these systems.
  • Community-driven, innovative solutions are needed to better support decentralized water service.
  • Further research is required to develop and implement effective strategies for DWS improvement.