CALL FOR A NATIONAL FRAMEWORK OF ECONOMIC REGULATION

摘要

During November AWA and Deloitte released the State of the Water Sector Report for 2013. The survey revealed a broad consensus that the key objectives of providing water security and effective management of sewage are being met. Maintaining and augmenting infrastructure and operational efficiency, and responding to concerns about rising prices and water security are the main issues. The survey revealed that the industry's concerns about a skills shortage have reduced significantly. This may reflect a reduction in large projects; however the industry needs to continue to attract new talent to meet future opportunities.These findings should also not dilute the need for improved training for operators across the industry - an initiative that AWA supports through the promotion of the National Certification Framework. Obtaining consistent water quality across all geographical locations should remain a strong industry priority.