Our course explores what can be done to solve the complex problem that half a billion people worldwide do not have improved water supplies and two billion do not have improved sanitation. We look forward to you joining us. We want to help you develop the skills you need to address this major global challenge of the 21st century.
Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems
Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems
Instructors: Prof Dale Whittington
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Reviewed on Mar 19, 2020
It gives a longitudinal and comprehensive view of the sector, emphasising the challenges, the alternate pathways practised globally with their feasibility today.
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Reviewed on Mar 6, 2019
Very useful, I understood how governments and private agencies works positively and negatively for water and sanitation projects.
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Reviewed on Nov 18, 2018
Thank you for taking time to share your knowledge and passions with us. I found this class very informative and sometimes challenging. It made me think about topics from different perspectives.
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