AWWA JAW3907

The intricate framework of an established water supply network can easily be taken for granted in developed nations where the major concern is how to cope with shrinking budgets. But a look at the mirror situation - a generous budget and no framework - reflects the immensity of such an undertaking. Saudi Arabia's dilemma is compounded by a scarcity of water, a shortage of trained personnel, and an intrinsically nomadic people. One of the world's most advanced reverse osmosis (RO) treatment plants is in Salbukh. However, establishing a safe, steady supply for the nation as a whole is a goal whose success hinges on institution building and massive social change as well as on training and retaining capable personnel at all levels of operation and project management. Includes table.

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Edition:

Vol. 72 - No. 12

Published:

12/01/1980

Number of Pages:

10

File Size:

1 file , 4.2 MB