Broad Audience Title

How do Water Suppliers Problem Solve?

Scientific Title

Exploring Methods of Decision-Making in Mid-Sized Water Systems in the United States

By Rebecca Katherine Schaefer
Renewable Energy
iCons Year 4
2021
Pic of Fort Lauderdale, Fla water tower
Executive Summary 

My infographic shows the often ignored or misunderstood issues faced by water suppliers in the United States including demographic changes, infrastructure failures, and contamination types. It is intended for voters and policymakers to understand the difficulties faced by water utilities. With this knowledge, they can cast their votes and make policies that fund and support water suppliers.

Problem Keywords 
water quality
policy
Scientific Keywords 
utilities
institutional theory

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