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AWWA ACE68998
- Australian Responses to Climate Change: The Utility Reactions and Planning
- Conference Proceeding by American Water Works Association, 11/01/2008
- Publisher: AWWA
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This powerpoint presentation begins by presenting a brief overview of projected climate changes in Australia. Government responses to climate change are presented, along with several case studies that include the following: Western Australia Water Corporation's (WAWC) 2007 commitment to long termextended Capital Works Program; SE Queensland Western Corridor Recycled WaterProject; and, Gippsland Water Factory. Presentation conclusions indicate the following:greenhouse is here and requires response;WAWC was the first to experience severe effects;the first round of responses by utilities has beenproactive and appropriate;public expectations have been raised withrequirements for high performance by utilities;costs and charging structures have been re-raised as anissue;Australian farmers and WS companies do not yet have aresponse; and,Australia is lucky as most urban populations close tothe ocean. Includes figures.