Local system responses to water shortage

Hoban, Thomas J.

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“…Fairness in program implementation is important, particularly if water use behavior is being regulated, rather than encouraged via education or incentives (Hoban IV, 1990;Rogers and Hall, 2003). The research revealed that many respondents believe that water shortages in Guelph have been due to development and growth in the city.…”

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“…Survey respondents also were not convinced that the program was being enforced effectively and fairly. Fairness in program implementation is important, particularly if water use behavior is being regulated, rather than encouraged via education or incentives (Hoban IV, 1990;Rogers and Hall, 2003). Penalties for noncompliance need to be significant enough to deter violations, and enforcement is critical.…”

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Residents’ Assessment of an Urban Outdoor Water Conservation Program in Guelph, Ontario¹

Atwood¹,

Kreutzwiser

Loë³

2007

J American Water Resour Assoc

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Many municipalities have implemented demand management of outdoor water use. Measures such as restrictions on lawn watering and promotion of xeriscaping are effective in reducing water demand during summer months, especially during dry spells. However, little research examines a key factor shaping the success of these programs: residents’ perceptions of and satisfaction with such conservation measures. This article describes an urban outdoor water conservation program in Guelph, Ontario, assesses that program from the perspective of residents, and explores socio‐economic, attitudinal and other factors associated with residents’ assessment of the program. A survey of Guelph residents revealed broad support for the program, which includes restrictions on various outdoor water uses and, under certain circumstances, a ban on lawn watering. However, there was much uncertainty among residents about the effectiveness of the program in reducing water use and the effectiveness of program enforcement. Key factors influencing residents’ assessment of the program were neighborhood, gender and environmental attitude. Implications for the design and implementation of outdoor water conservation programs are discussed, including the importance of better communication of information on program effectiveness and enforcement.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Conclusion and Recommendationsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Residents’ Assessment of an Urban Outdoor Water Conservation Program in Guelph, Ontario¹

Atwood¹,

Kreutzwiser

Loë³

2007

J American Water Resour Assoc

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Local system responses to water shortage

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