The assessment of rural drinking water technology transfer needs begins with a short discussion of drinking water problem, In general, followed by the search strategy. In order to identify technology transfer programs and publications, drink¬ing water experts in agencies, associations and citizens groups were contacted, computerized literature searches conducted, and library materials consulted, Primary and secondary users of rural drinking water information are characterized and their needs discussed. Drinking water research and technology transfer programs and product relevant to small water system owners/operators and individual well owners are dis¬cussed and evaluated.
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