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The Risks Posed by Water Privatization

A July 2020 memo from In the Public Interest outlining a few of the serious risks posed by water privatization deals and provides examples of communities that have dealt with the harmful consequences of water privatization. Risks highlighted include:

  1. Loss of public control and decision making
  2. Reduced access and affordability
  3. Declines in quality that jeopardize health and safety

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