Th is paper aims to present a basic conceptual framework for understanding the main practical issues and challenges relating to tariff s and subsidies in the water sector in developing countries. Th e paper introduces the basic economic notions relevant to the water sector; presents an analytical framework for assessing the need for and evaluating subsidies; and discusses the recent evidence on the features and performance of water tariff s and subsidies in various regions, with a special focus on Africa. Th e discussion is limited to the provision of drinking water to urban households in developing countries. JEL classifi cation: D42, D61, H71, L95
On this, REF formulated a framework to guide on tariff and subsidies based on the assessment of the need for and the evaluation of subsidies for urban households.
A Framework for Analyzing Tariffs and Subsidies in Water Provision to Urban Households in Developing Countries
UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) Working Papers
UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) Working Papers
Economics